Esme Benjamin

The search for meaning is inside all human beings. In Japan there’s even a specific word that encapsulates the importance of having a life purpose. Ikigairefers to an individual’s overarching motivator—something which injects joy into their days and can even add years to their life. Pronounced I-key-guy, there is no direct English translation but, in essence, it’s about pinpointing the one factor that makes getting out of bed in the morning feel worthwhile. That thing needn’t be lofty, charitab…