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     Human beings' ultimate goal is to live. Isn't it? Whatever we do, from exercise, employment, accumulating income to eating well, etc, our ultimate goal is to live a long and happy life. There are numerous theories, methodologies, and literature on the subject. But are they really true? Is that even possible? Yes, it is possible for anyone to accomplish it. That is demonstrated in the book Ikigai. It reveals the secret of a long and happy life in Japan. The book is all about the way of life in Okinawa, a Japanese island where the world's oldest generation lives.      Everyone, according to the Japanese, has an ikigai. Some people have discovered their ikigai, while others are still on the lookout, despite the fact that they have it within themselves. Our ikigai is buried deep within each of us, and finding it takes a lot of time and patience. According to Okinawans, our ikigai is the reason we get up in the morning. So, what exactly does ikigai imply? ...