How to Ikigai | Tim Tamashiro | TEDxYYC

Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is? Tim Tamashiro delights us with a journey into the discovery of Ikigai, a treasure map for finding one’s own happiness. Ikigai originates from Okinawa, the birthplace of Karate and home to one of the highest percentages of centurions in the world. Take the first step in discovering your own Ikigai, and earn your yellow belt in finding your purpose.
A love of music, and a dream to create a life full of it, carried Tim Tamashiro all the way from childhood music lessons to a successful career as a jazz musician. Growing up in small town Alberta, Tamashiro felt differently than the other kids, and embraced that feeling to pursue creative outlets that he enjoyed. Piano lessons led to music school, work with with HMV retail, then a role with MCA Records. For twenty years, he enjoyed working in music, from performing with bands, singing at events and in front of prime ministers and royalty. He sang jazz standards with The Jump Orchestra in Edmonton, then moved to Calgary and joined a local jazz group called The Swinging Bovines. He released his debut album, “Wiseass Crooner,” in 1995, and toured Canada promoting it. Most recently Tim authored the book "How to Ikigai: Lessons for Finding Happiness and Living Your Life's Purpose" This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@Antoine_Nicolas_]

For those who are curious, 生き甲斐 (ikigai) literaly means "purpose in life", "something one lives for" in japanese. :)

[@leavingitblank9363]

Can chocolate be my ikigai?

[@joaolucasgaldino9872]

@@leavingitblank9363 Do you like it? Yes Are you good at eating it? Yes Can you get money from it? Yeah, do ASMR Can you change people's life? Yes, by feeding the chocolate economy. Good ikigai

[@mishanguyen2147]

@@leavingitblank9363 Sure. How I can send it to you? P.s Have you ever tryed ukrainian chocolate?

[@leavingitblank9363]

@@mishanguyen2147 Cannot say I have. At least I don't think so.

[@vortexofficial7960]

いきがい this is from Google translate and im confused

[@princessleabacal6056]

Listening to him was like listening to Uncle Iroh. It must be lovely to have a cup of tea listening to him anytime of the day.

[@aidand.7911]

This made me so goddamn happy to read. Iroh is literally the greatest thing to come out of fiction

[@emr1d341]

I'm literally drinking tea rn lol

[@marvinwenn330]

This was so good to read thank you

[@adwiteeyarupanteepaul7637]

LOVE THIS COMMENT UGH

[@Inammathe]

Wow could not understand why i felt so much familiarity with this man. Your comment reveals it!

[@vidhyaramesh1129]

I have heard many talks on ikigai but this seems to be the best motivational speech which gives us the roadmap for finding our own ikigai.

[@collaborativelearning1]

excellent talk, I love this concept.

[@toddrlyons]

None of you will mispronounce "Ikigai" again. Tim's Speedo will never leave your mind.

[@willmpet]

Because I don't want to be an Icky Guy!

[@shamindersngh]

😀

[@lalbertoch]

This guy really lives up to his Ikigai: he delights! I loved this talk

[@erickdavid4257]

This is the talk I needed for this specific moment in my life. I was so immersed in it I even felt like clapping at the very end.

[@Amina088]

The best Ikigai talk I've ever listened to! I've never thought of it was an action/verb before. Everyone tells me that this is a goal to strive forward and that sometimes make it feel like it's something too far away. Thank you for reminding us that meaningful life starts now, with each action we choose for ourselves!

[@Anonymous-tm9jn]

so true, thank you for highlighting this important point

[@creativekaii]

Yes!! It is a verb and you can experience it at any given moment.. if you choose to💚

[@Nabagabo22]

I have been delighted by this wonderful talk, light hearted, yet deadly serious, it's not the 'what' we get in life, it's 'how' we live it, seeking to delight others cannot be done by forcing yourself on others, rather it is like stepping in as a dance partner, for a few moments drawing attention to something beautiful, telling, profound, meaningful, ultimately moving and thoughtful, a light touch and a happy smile, and magically we've dabbed a dot of colourful delight into another's life...

[@collaborativelearning1]

agreed a very good description of this talk

[@scottyg5403]

What hit me about this talk is Martial Arts changed my life! Ouit so many bad habits, got in shape and went on to teach! I was also a professional musician for many years! I still love doing both!

[@rozniyusof2859]

"Conan! What is ikigai?" "To crush your enemies, to see them driven before you, and to hear the lamentation of their women"

[@jameshumphrey9939]

no, that is the ikigai of testosterone - no Conan ;]

[@pooyajahan2586]

I have been reserching IKIGAI. This guy puts it across very well. A true doer of what he preaches.

[@bw9680]

Ikigai - do what you love, do what you are good at, do what the world needs and do what you will be rewarded for.

[@pranabjyotideka6265]

This man Ugh i love his energy and personality.

[@sarahmclin2434]

He gave such a great presentation! What a sweet and friendly person he seems to be.

[@manoffriction]

Things which don't have impact on our base level happiness : 1) Money 2) House 3) Job 4) Good looks Things which do : 1) Kindness 2) Meditation 3) spending time in what we love 4) spending time with family/friends

[@glovaldebenito]

What a great summary!! Thank you!!

[@last_samurai6690]

Really? Slogans do not match reality. It would be really hard to find a broke homeless folk genuinely happy. Money, house, job are part of the whole thing. Indeed at basic level you will not be that happy of you cannot put food on the table. You won't have a family or friends if u r too broke and unemployed. Etc

[@PrashantZombade]

side-hustle = A side hustle is any type of employment undertaken in addition to one's full-time job. A side hustle is generally freelance or piecework in nature, providing a supplemental income.

[@glovaldebenito]

As a non-native English speaker, this was super helpful. Thanks!!

[@gerrimiller3491]

God spoke to me and told me that my genuine purpose in life is to be an advocate and helper of the weak, when they are not strong. Healer of the wounded souls that do not have the love of Jesus and protect those whom are being mistreated. My family say that I'm sort of like Joan of Arc 🐺

[@fredriddles1763]

I am struggling to sort out matters in my life right now. This video helps, thank you Mr. Tamashiro.

[@TheNewLemurian]

I am sure you will find your ikigai, it not already. Blessings.

[@vivekpathre4901]

So delightful words of the man who has already enjoying his own ikigai....... thank you so much for your kind words that gave us an idea of what a meaningful life could be like.....☺️☺️☺️🙏🙏🙏

[@imaniafeni8126]

I want my children to spend their vacations at his house

[@project-pe6ly]

this man is very likable

[@riadahamed2710]

What a great talk in attractive way. He explained how to live happily.

[@tarokitano4021]

I hope everyone here has earned their yellow belts, the world needs it. Good luck on your Journey everyone❤

[@ValentinGao]

The idea of having a purpose in life seems so simple yet difficult. Before listening to this Ted Talk I was lost and didn't really know where to even begin. The concept of Ikigai is just what I needed to make my mark and begin my life purpose. Thank you Ted Talk and Tim 🙂.

[@ayeshafayyazaf]

How has this talk helped you so far ? Can you give your story as an example?

[@altaykaan]

Sometimes western influences recommend choose a job what you like to do, but it is not make sense. Sometimes what we like could be not valuable skill in life, but this Japanese philosopy, ikigai says better something, it is kind of combination "what you like", "what can you earn", "what you are good at "

[@thehylers1021]

I love Tim and his talk. Exited to discover Ikigai "life guide purpose". I want to grow in this deep, thoughtful and adventurous philosophy/way of thinking. I am believing God for my next project / what I love to do to serve mankind (my ikigai). Blessings to all and may you find your way!💓🙏

[@user-jz2rq4of6f]

Thank you Ted Talk & a Big Appreciation to Tim Tamashiro on formulating the Ikigai equation. It's important that we have a pause in our work life as short as a weekend, a 2week- vacation, a 1-year sabbatical, or even quitting the current job and take 1 to 2 years off the marketplace. When we stop being active full-time in the corporate world, there is a morbid feeling of being stuck in the mud, confused, desperate for something better, and wonder what is "the best is yet to come". At the end of the day, we have an urgency to use our finite time wisely on this playground that we call Earth. You mention time Affluence, and I remember this quote: rich people have money, wealthy people have time. If tomorrow would be my last day playing in my playground, I would still stand ready to sing my last song on the theatre of life. My rewards would be an applause from my audience for a job well done, for moving them to tears, for giving them a tiny bit of inspiration to look forward to the future and to make a difference in the lives of others by being who you are in their own unique way. Thank you Tim, you make my day!

[@adg5889]

I actually thought about what I love doing most as he spoke. Quite a lovely realization.

[@RobinHunuki]

Saying Ikigai can only be said with a smile... thanks to Tim, we're haunted if we choose to do it without a smile! I'm quite new to the concept Ikigai, but boy am I thankful to of learnt it.

[@Skippp]

Sameeee! Needed to find this

[@cynthianicole6183]

I just finished the book and this video truly helped me discover my ikigai = to heal, to make well. I've always loved health and wellness. To heal and help myself and others. This was so eye opening.

[@shareofmoney]

Such an excellent speech. Very impressive, clear and concise breakdown of Ikigai. This guy is amazing.

[@TheCultureCounselor]

Great concept but more than that he's such a naturally good speaker! Lots to learn from him in that area. Do feel like he kind of rushed through the last part of it.

[@karl-kenonuora3494]

Mehn this presentation was awesome.... Cool sense of humour... Starting 2020 with Ikigai

[@PiaPie]

I just finished listening to the audiobook and it is definitely worth my time :)

[@belencampos9466]

I loved this talk. Thank you so much Tim Tamashiro.

[@RadhaMohan]

Thanks! Loved the session on Ikigai!

[@arthurthomasware5004]

A concise way into real happiness. Thank you, Tim.

[@preeti.5912]

Thank you so much for explaining like this !!

[@SubieDiecastCustoms]

Important word to add to our vocabulary

[@aubreythomas4477]

love this dude! Such great positive vibes from him and contagious smile :)😊💖

[@NJColombiano777]

Very good presentation! I am perplexed that I am just now at 43y/o finding out of this method of finding one's purpose when I, as many, have contemplated this very same conundrum. The funny thing is that I lived in Okinawa for 3 years and I absolutely loved it! I felt something different being there I have never since felt about feeling anywhere and now knowing that this method is from the Ryukyu Islands makes sense to me even more! I will begin to employ Ikigai very soon, and even though I may not be far from my path, I feel this will lead me to where "X" marks the spot!

[@laripolimata]

Thank you, you made me realize I have already been having some Ikigai in my day for a long time and didn't know, and judging myself for not doing more in life for getting what societies wants to project on me (get that big house, that work that gives prestige, etc)

[@DarnellPantow]

Thank you Master Tom

[@macus21f96]

Hey uncle tim much love hope to see u soon

[@rodneysaito7924]

Great Ted session vid. Loved it. Ikigai.

[@ericsavellano]

Love this talk!🙏🏼

[@jerryjones7293]

I love Ikigai and Tim's outfit.

[@arlenehutchinson9259]

Just had a light bulb moment 🌞 I have heard the term Ikigai severally and seen the map too, BUT this is the first time that I've heard it's a complex VERB 🙌🏾 I needed that important piece of the jigsaw THANK-YOU

[@raptrhound38]

What a beautiful definition of Ikigai.

[@monikazarashine26]

Excellent sir... Thank u so much

[@samanthalouth4044]

What a character, that was brilliant!

[@ridzyu2040]

I like the concept of IKIGAI. Can practice it in life and motivate others.

[@youcefbenbecher4628]

Love this !

[@RubabAzim]

Awesome 👌 I love his talk and his delight ❤

[@SineAruaKoete-ur5qs]

YOU ARE WORTH THE WORK 💯

[@booksintamil]

I read the book "Ikigai" and reviewed it on my channel. This video was very helpful!

[@a19lee]

What a delightful man. BAAI~!

[@mannuanu]

I love this guy 😊

[@worldview2888]

His book is AMAZING!

[@thrivingonvuca3685]

IKigai is always a great tool!

[@baiak7586]

Magnificent speech ❣

[@rajeshhkkapoor8549]

Read his book instead....worth a read....worth the money n time spent...ten times more powerful than this wonderful presentation....hope we all find r ikigai n do what's needed.

[@anaclaraotoni]

Ikigai is action/verb To Serve To Create To Delight To Nourish To Provide To Teach To Heal To Connect To Build

[@jadelemonade9237]

This guy is a joy to watch

[@kladdha_]

What a legend!

[@wsxtgbujm581]

I want to be a fighter, its what I love, its what im good at, its something i can earn a fortune from, but most importantly eventually I can give back to the world in the form of teaching too.

[@somguy728]

This is Shinto - see 'The Last Samurai' - still true today. Just don't expect your snowflake friends to hang around.

[@yz4043]

This guy is cool and happy so I'm all in!

[@georgelampropoulos1704]

Video description: "one of the highest percentages of *centurions* in the world" I didn't know the Romans conquered Okinawa too, good job TEDx admins XD

[@KiranVarri]

beautifully explained... thank you :)

[@FakeGone]

Thank you so much for sharing this! This was a huge discovery for me!

[@aggelikib7822]

I love this guy 😁 I will work hard to find my ikigai ❤

[@niemandeinszweidrei]

did you find it ?

[@LiveFreeForLife]

did you find it?

[@DanGott18]

Wonderful sharing of IKIGAI

[@Violetsurfer]

I finally found the word for how I’ve been tryna live

[@lyfewithkimm]

YES !!!!!

[@MisterJang0]

Um, millennials don't have side hustles because we love them, we have side hustles because jobs no longer pay well enough for us to even live comfortably in a one-bedroom apartment.

[@harveyli547]

This is how you speak publicly, nice

[@sumankumari6799]

His talks remind me of uncle Iroh 😍. "Avtar the last Airbender" is my most favourite series I ever saw.

[@alphamaleacademy8997]

My ikigai is to create, teach, & heal

[@erinpompa]

Beautiful thank you

[@remotedarren]

Mind blown 🤯

[@filipzizak8676]

Great talk! I've been having a lot of issues trying to figure out exactly what I would like to do in the future but during this talk something hit me. Maybe my ikigai is to help others find their ikigai? I have no idea how to make that happen but let's see what happens!

[@ianm6204]

That was an excellent presentation. I took a lot from it.

[@xxmontayxx9033]

This is a really cool concept that builds your heart and lifestyle, I wanna try to incorporate this in my lifestyle I think I might be too much to handle though haha.

[@karabear8076]

I am almost empty . I need helping finding mine still ! Thank you for your words. I found my life's purpose the day I became empty.

[@VeggiesOutFront]

Wanna talk about it?

[@kalondumakau268]

How's it going a year later?

[@PirateOfTheNorth]

Almost 30 and feeling depressed that I haven’t achieved much with my life so watching this video.

[@jenniferfanny5]

Likewise!

[@linahol6067]

I'm 24

[@chinelando]

Same here, I'm 32

[@Emiliapocalypse]

Same, girl, same.

[@tomwheeler5861]

23 same boat

[@kereminbolgesi7858]

To Heal. I think I finally found my Ikigai. Thank you. :)

[@jonathanforsythe5336]

TO HEAL . . . NOW I KNOW MY IKIGAI . . .WITH ALL MY HEART THANK YOU - SUSAN

[@India123.]

Mine too

[@highmountdigital]

Struggling in life? 🤷🏻‍♂️ Map your IKIGAI together with a friend and turn those moments in positive Events!😊🙏

[@anuragsosa]

But I don't know what I'm good at

[@koreanlove71]

Great video...

[@ScorpioSpy]

This man made two low-key references to Borat by minute 6:43 Did anyone else catch them?! 😍

[@anuragsosa]

What is borat

[@saloumehsallyvaghei4185]

Ty!!!!!!

[@jyothikamalesh7586]

We are definitely worth the work😁💥💥💥💥

[@joyfullearning855]

It's awesome. Great motivation. Very relaxed full of humour and a lesson in life of significance. You are really great sir

[@MichaelBiebersWorld]

I like that he pronounced Karate incorrectly initially, because it's what westerners are used to hearing. Then he pronounced it 'correctly' while explaining what it meant.

[@artemisphotinou1332]

God blessssss

[@RudG10]

how to lo-fi?

[@Interception-tp7hi]

RudG lol this video popped up when I searched up ikigai

[@clairvoyy]

Lmao ikr

[@stevenjose1590]

nice!!!

[@JamieNelson.]

Barbara Sher can help you find your ikigai. Read her books.

[@kennithg.c.dillena1880]

Ikigai sounds same with passion. Finding passion is finding lifes worth...rewards

[@Jofranz]

Passion is combination of what you're good at and what you love.

[@anuragsosa]

@@Jofranz I love spending time on my phone, watching anime, videos, listening music, drawing I don't have anything I'm good at

[@menamjaikeeree3348]

@@anuragsosa Aren't you good at drawing? Maybe spending more of your time drawing will lead you to your ikigai.

[@anuragsosa]

@@menamjaikeeree3348 yea I draw sometimes... It's based on my mood... Sometimes I have something to draw but I don't cuz I'm not feeling it or lazy. But ig drawing can be my ikigai.

[@jennieperez9402]

Professor Laurie Santos from Yale University class on the Well Being on Happiness offers lots of insights between-what we think we need in order to be happy and what we actually need. A huge difference.

[@tennesseethalerdare2beyou117]

My Ikigai is To Heal (myself and others)!

[@cartuchito1]

ikigai = reason to live thats all