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A gentle, practical exploration of uncovering personal purpose and cultivating a peaceful, intentional life. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with How to Ikigai.

  • calm
  • uplifting
  • contemplative
  • serene
  1. 01

    Ikigai

    Héctor García and Francesc Miralles

    A gentle, sunlit stroll through the daily habits and quiet mindsets that make a long life truly worth living.

    Shares:
    • encouraging
    • earnest
    • reflective
    • practical
  2. 02

    Ikigai

    Justyn Barnes

    A calming, reflective guide to uncovering your personal reason for being.

    Shares:
    • calm
    • uplifting
    • contemplative
    • encouraging
  3. 03

    The little book of lykke

    Meik Wiking

    A warm, globe-trotting treasure hunt for the everyday secrets to a happier, more connected life.

    Shares:
    • uplifting
    • encouraging
    • earnest
    • intentional living
  4. 04

    Hello, Habits

    Fumio Sasaki

    A clear, uncluttered guide to reshaping your daily routines through the lens of intentional minimalism.

    Shares:
    • calm
    • encouraging
    • earnest
    • practical
  5. 05

    The Art of the Good Life

    Rolf Dobelli

    A brisk, practical toolkit for navigating the complexities of happiness and success.

    Shares:
    • uplifting
    • reflective
  6. 06

    Stoicism and the Art of Happiness

    Donald Robertson

    A grounding, practical guide to applying ancient philosophical wisdom to the pursuit of modern happiness.

    Shares:
    • contemplative
    • encouraging
  7. 07

    Find Your Why

    Simon Sinek

    An energizing, pragmatic toolkit for transforming vague professional dissatisfaction into a clear, actionable sense of purpose.

    Shares:
    • encouraging
    • earnest
    • reflective
  8. 08

    Goodbye, things

    Fumio Sasaki

    A gentle, unpretentious invitation to clear the physical and mental clutter and breathe easier.

    Shares:
    • contemplative
    • serene
    • encouraging
    • earnest
  9. 09

    Spark Joy

    Marie Kondo

    A soothing, practical companion that turns the chore of tidying into a mindful practice of self-discovery.

    Shares:
    • calm
    • uplifting
    • serene
    • encouraging
  10. 10

    Chop Wood Carry Water

    Joshua Medcalf

    A grounding modern fable that strips away the noise of ambition to reveal the quiet power of daily, unglamorous practice.

    Shares:
    • uplifting
    • contemplative
    • encouraging
    • earnest
  11. 11

    The art of living

    Thich Nhat Hanh

    A clarifying, peaceful meditation on finding profound joy and interconnectedness in the present moment.

    Shares:
    • contemplative
    • earnest
  12. 12

    The year of living Danishly

    Helen Russell

    A witty, immersive dive into the cultural secrets of happiness, blending personal memoir with sociological curiosity.

    Shares:
    • uplifting
    • reflective

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