The Secret Japanese Trick I Used To Find My Purpose

[@VincentChan]

Let's be friends on Instagram! I respond to every DM and we can chat about anything :) instagram.com/hivincentc/

[@JimmyCoinz]

I have.. Business owner. Starting the journey and lovin' it!

[@appleb8n816]

super awesome

[@juliawatson9768]

Love your videos Vincent, you are an old soul. I am learning lots from you.

[@LifeofPani]

❤️

[@kevenG35]

Hi Vincent nice video's. Can you please show exactly what you need to do to invest on the stock market step by step

[@wyattp5624]

I like how you prefaced the video by saying that we are privileged to be in the position to be looking for our purpose. Super true

[@VincentChan]

100%!

[@riyajain786]

I instantly liked the video , him pointing out this thing

[@M9Diry]

Yeha I hate all these social media posts about finding your purpose that don’t acknowledge that for many people, surviving the day is as far as they can go due to our unequal society and that having space to brainstorm is a privilege

[@JeZ_ZeR]

I too had a high paying job that did not make me feel happy or fulfilled. I did this for about 6 years and when I started thinking about quitting everyone told me I was crazy or making a dumb decision because, as I said, the money was good. I did not listen and quit anyway. For the next two years I dedicated myself to finding my purpose where I turned down numerous "high paying" jobs along the way because they didn't seem to fit for me. At the time, I did not know it was "Ikigai" but using similar criteria I determined that I think my purpose is to become a Teacher. So that is what I am going to do :)

[@ChrisSs993]

Thats fantastic! Happy you find your way!

[@jrb1737]

👍❤️

[@JudgeMental1337]

That sounds exactly like my way too! Going to the university this winter and start studying to become a teacher ;-)

[@M9Diry]

Sweet. This is weirdly similar to me; I’m in a high paying job for 6 years now and am very close to pulling the plug. I know I am unlikely to earn this money ever again if I change my jobs and retrain in something more fulfilling. It is so hard to turn down that monthly pay check in this capitalist world. But the truth is I am miserable in my work and have been for years. And it’s getting worse. And I’m getting older. It’s time for change

[@rizan78]

I have over 20years of working experience, I am in my 40's now. Here are my thoughts on this subject. Instead of taking the path less travelled, we need to take the path that works for us. For me, it is the middle path. I used to hate my job, short deadlines, dreadful politics, toxic people, horrible boss/colelagues/etc. It did cross my mind that I should just do what I love and quit my job entirely. I thought that all jobs are the same. But at the same time, I also felt that no matter what, there is no heavenly path. Instead, I took the middle ground, I found a new job with less politics, better work life balance, etc. It wasn't perfect but it was better that the job that I hated. The new job also allowed me to do the stuff that I love and I realized that even doing what I love, there are challenges and it is not perfect, hence I thank my lucky stars that I still have my full time job. So life is full of challenges, find the middle ground that balances what you love and also earning a decent income. Don't act hastily on something that you might later regret or realized that it was not meant to be.

[@joonlee30]

What we have to be careful about is that we assume we all have “purpose.” With that assumption, we feel like we need to have purpose or else our life is depressing and meaningless. But there is no rule that there must be a purpose. You don’t have to have some grandiose purpose. Spending good time with your friends and family, eating delicious foods and trying out different things, exercising and being healthy, all these can be your daily purpose.

[@SnooZe211]

This comment alone gave me purpose

[@Saveg36]

I feel that. After high school i felt quite lost even though I had a set trajectory through college. This caused a lot of anxiety and that anxiety manifested into moodiness especially with my parents. After many arguments and unesasarry added stress i added into my families life i realized that this was not what i wanted. Now i feel the most purposeful being fully present in the lives of my friends and family. This does not earn money or status, but it has brought me more fullfilment then any economic or academic persuits.

[@jackjia4230]

Right, which means there is purpose, it is in the little things each day that we live out a bigger purpose

[@missluvkdramas]

that's spot on Joon Lee, thanks for raising this very important point. I still think it's worthwhile to go through the venn diagram exercise, but know it's okay and normal to find a very simple intersection where we just have to be more mindful of the small, but big happiness in life

[@shaunconyers]

I agree with Joon Lee! 'Purpose' is a heavy word, and can even put some mild pressure on you. The Ikigai concept has a lot of similarities with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, where the top of the pyramid is Self-Actualization - where one lives life to the fullest. If you don't have a purpose yet, It's okay. Your soul will signal the need for any purpose, and if you spend time looking/listening to your inner voice/soul through counseling/coaching/talking to a therapist a.k.a introspection, then you will step on the path to find your inner calling and your purpose.

[@wizeguy2388]

I hit rock bottom in college and had 2 very influential friends at that moment. My ikigai is what I do now. I am a civil engineer working in water and sanitary infrastructure, and in my free time, I do water projects in Kenya and the Philippines. Not once have I thought I wanted to do something else

[@M9Diry]

How did you go from the rock bottom to this? And did you study civil new engineering ?

[@RachelSmets]

Thank you for explaining. I was 40 before I started realizing that my purpose is, what my value is, what brings me JOY and happiness. All these words were a puzzle to me in the beginning, but digging deeper, answering questions, journaling a LOT (and I hate journals) I then started seeing a partern of what I really liked: What I really value is FREEDOM, Freedom to do what I want, when and where I want. Being independent. Therefore, I knew I hated working for a boss and needed my own thing! I knew then that I needed to earn money online because I wanted to travel full-time. At 40, non-technical, I had no idea where to begin, but I made it and I quit corporate. NOT overnight though, I made a plan and follwed steps so I would never be without money. Never ever take the leap of faith guys! I talk about this a lot since YT is one of my ways of sharing what I've learned as well. Take time to find your purpose and then go get it. Life is too short!

[@VincentChan]

thank you so much for sharing rachel

[@Monicaperez-y5l]

Rachel I want to know more you see I feel the same way.

[@HowlingMan369]

I've spent 20 years teaching myself to do what I love. I haven't been paid for it and I can only pray it will help the world in some small way. My Ikigai is Music. I've worked through these questions before. It's kind of funny how life seems to remind you when you're asking questions you know the answer to. Thank You.

[@daddywaddy8781]

You’re videos has a very calming effect, this old man is learning new things from you, you achieved such great wisdom at a very young age. Hope more people discovers your videos and be enlightened with your teachings.

[@el1704]

The hardest thing is to be able to find something you like to do and enjoy life while earning enough to pay bills with stability without fear of being unable to pay for next month rent

[@InsightfulGIFT]

My Ikigai is helping others find and uncover their purpose and what to do with it next to make a living (make money) from it for themselves. It's my gift...one that comes so easy for me. Almost makes me feel like I'm walking on water because it's so magical to me. Thank you for sharing this video...reminded me of why my purpose is so important.

[@haniyoo_n]

you really do explain well and give clarity to such concepts like this because ive read a book about about ikigai, understood a bit of it and forgot it’s system all of over again but you explained it well. thank you. i am currently in the dark. feeling lost in life, but i can finally use this concept to find the light in this dark path. thank you again

[@oa164]

I love how comfortable and honest you are in this. Feels like you're friends with us irl. lol

[@iceberg9248]

That was really well crafted and articulated. Fabulous video on many levels. This deserves 1M views. That was a great concept of how to find one’s Ikigai and the way you introduce it, explain it and send it home was very nicely done.

[@VincentChan]

Thanks so much Ice Berg!! Let me know when you find your purpose :)

[@aidanashopanova7296]

Thanks!

[@pamprier4710]

Vincent, as a single mom I've spent my life working in whatever job(s) I could find, to support myself and my four children. Now they are adults, and I've taken early retirement to pursue my dreams. Yet I've had to continue working just to keep from living in poverty. I already know my life's purpose; I teach a free workshop showing people how to write their life story, and how to add stories from other family members, to create a family legacy. Since I have no idea how to monetize my workshop, that's the next step I need to take: figuring out how to make it financially rewarding, in addition to the emotional rewards.

[@Poppomatic64]

I’m beginning this journey right now, finally! I’ve felt it bubbling for years and also felt like I was in a dystopian novel haha. Thanks for the confirmation

[@boonagiplays]

I'm so happy I found your channel. I recently turned 30 - this happening during a pandemic in the Philippines. Bro Thank you. I needed this today.

[@lunarthief6501]

Thanks for this video. I will have to run through this diagram. The two places I have found comfort in the past was teaching/giving advice and creating. This has lead me to have several roles in stem fields and in creating lesson plans. Lacking a formal education has held me back, slowed my progress and limited my salary but never stopped me from doing the job.

[@NND79]

I just landed on your channel and WOW! You speak so clearly with passion, I'm hooked. Thank you for showing the world your knowledge through experience.

[@avaceleste]

Purpose has a lot of meanings across the board. For some it is inspiring. For others it is overwhelming. I love the Vin diagram you showed as for those that it is overwhelming to, can focus on those different sections and then it will naturally unfold. Really quality video. I just discovered you. Keep up the great work

[@siewyingwong6346]

I like the way you present yourself. You connect with people fast and it is appealing to listen to you. You are such a talent at 25! Impressive!

[@VincentChan]

Thank you!!

[@cromulus5853]

This is so enlightening. I can relate to your videos especially this one. That’s the true purpose and inner love.

[@christophermc8638]

… when you started talking about your job and how you got into books about self help and growing, I felt something. I’m there now. recently I moved job for many reasons but it doesn’t give me that want in life. I feel lost and got a book call the alchemist (really good so far) that’s about finding your destiny and following omens. I didn’t even realise what was missing in my life and it turned me in to someone horrible and emotionless. I’m still struggling but this video really spoke to me and I’m going to try find my ikigai

[@RedragonG8channel]

What I like most about your videos is your sense of humanity. I feel like you have good values & respect towards everyone and that's truly amazing. I only discovered your channel very recently, but I think I will stay for a long time. Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts and knowledge. Keep up the good work, and most importantly, stay yourself. 😉

[@VincentChan]

Thank you so much Redragon :) Welcome to the family!

[@nguyenngocmaihuong3942]

It's good to feel understood sometimes, ..it's like - Ah. I understand this feeling, I know it because I've had it, that boring repetition in my life. Really warms my heart.

[@Hiitscheriejp]

You created such a great video! Definitely this is the best of all I’ve ever watched. I’m from Japan and I’ve been exposed to this idea for years since I was born, but I realized that I hadn’t exactly understood what Ikigai means until I watched this video…! Thanks a lot Vincent!

[@mirthevanzwol7601]

8:47 I can get answers to the individual questions. But there is no overlap.. So I'll split it up a bit. *"Do what you can get rewarded for" & "Do what you're good at"* I'll probably spend the most time working. *"Do what you love"* In my freetime I'll achieve that by riding my motorcycle & helping people. *"Do what the world needs"* I really love to help people with small things, like keeping the door open for them. Just to show I care for them, that they are loved. That's kinda helping people on a small & personal level.

[@yhunter59]

Hey Vincent - I really appreciate these self-growth/realization videos much more than the financial advise videos. I feel like I'm going through a "mid-life" crisis right now despite being a Millennial, the recent videos you've put out really helps me put things in perspective in a more clear and organized manner. Thank you.

[@M9Diry]

Me too man. I wonder where you are, maybe we can hang out

[@DariusTan]

The more clarity we have, the more powerful our goals and more purposeful our actions will be. 💪

[@Pepper10693]

I've been wondering what my purpose is for the past 29 years. Thanks for reminding me I'm not alone and I need to go in the direction that's right for me.

[@LifeofPani]

I just want to say, your videos are such a lifesaver, it gives me a sense of calm and it's so so helping in just pushing through the every day sense of hopelessness that we see in the world today with all the murderous 🦠, killing hungry Taliban and it's likes chasing power and dominance .... It's truly getting too overwhelming, and I just want to thank you for supplying us with a sense of calm and that everything might just work out fine in the end if we just push through. Don't ever stop creating these videos, especially the ones like this one. Truly, Thank you.

[@goldenbowl1046]

I love the dialogue...thanks for sharing ...I believe everyone is born with a purpose and it’s up to them to accept what they already know

[@es-mmaandfitness8291]

I really appreciate this video. Ive struggled with purpose in life and have looked for it, too often, in money. I grew up without much money and it has always been my driver. But this has left me hollow in life along with my relationships. This is something I am hoping to change.

[@VincentChan]

I wish you the best of luck! I truly hope this video can help you find your purpose, or hopefully help you get a little bit closer to it

[@Maya_heart]

This video is very good and gives tons of value, so thanks for making this video. I always believed everything has a purpose, which is to make a change in the world. But my struggle was always thinking about how to apply that and start to make the changes that I want to see. Now I feel like I am over coming my fear of making the changes and figuring out how to start.

[@VincentChan]

Glad it was helpful and that is amazing to hear Josh! Best of luck.

[@NOLZWINS]

I think finding your purpose is for some a consistent struggle that they may or may not find. Nonetheless, I think that every time we get a bit closer, we get to be a bit more of ourselves, and a bit more comfortable with life.

[@VincentChan]

Love this, I 100% agree!! Thanks Nolan

[@figuringitout4732]

I appreciate this perspective!

[@jillianandjeremy]

Bravo, Vincent. This video was wildly helpful. I actually took notes and am so grateful the old KZbin algorithm pushed your videos to my home feed. I subscribed while watching my first video of yours. Thanks so much for the quality content!! - Jillian

[@alyzzaaquino4999]

I’m new to your videos and I’m already loving it. I found my purpose ending of last year and It took me awhile to really figure out what I really wanted. Now that I have found my purpose, It’s the journey that I’m most excited about.😌 I’m looking forward to learning more from you through your videos.

[@amykao-moneymindset]

Thank you for this inspirational video! I lost my job earlier this year and was at a crossroads trying to figure out my life. Like you, I have Chinese tiger parents and I haven't told them about my job loss because I'm scared. This video is super timely to figure my purpose! Thank you, Vincent!

[@johntan2582]

As chinese , hard to afford to lost job , it will be why stay at home.....

[@VincentChan]

Oh no Amy that sounds like a hard situation :( please keep me updated with what you end up doing

[@LucyaishaLPN]

Pure bliss. Please forgive me but I'm going to share this on my channel. My heart felt so light when watching this.

[@VincentChan]

Thank you I’m so glad you enjoyed it :)

[@stickwithbrit8635]

I’m a new subscriber and I can’t get enough of your videos, they’ve already helped me so much! I appreciate your work and the effort you put into your videos! Thanks so much!

[@hellomotto3136]

Vicent Chan is just a deep thinker. Thank you man, we wish you more health and wealth brother.

[@charloettie]

You and your videos are so amazing. Firstly, I’m very grateful to be privileged enough to be able to have a purpose beyond just survival and also to feel a solid sense of purpose; to help and support children educationally, emotionally and psychologically so they can grow into healthy, happy adults and reach their full potential despite any special needs or challenging backgrounds.

[@georgschwenkedel6597]

When you dont have two backgrounds so you just reflect the image 😂😂

[@KristenONeillArt]

Creating art and teaching art. I also have a love of personal finance and business and will use that in my art business. 🎨

[@josephhenderson3910]

Been working in restaurants for over a decade. I'm finally figuring out my purpose and that's to be a personal chef.

[@VincentChan]

Oh wow that is amazing!! I would love to try your food one day haha

[@josephhenderson3910]

@@VincentChan Thanks! I would love to cook for you! I just put my two weeks notice in. The way I escaped, with no savings, is by signing up with multiple gig apps. Doordash, instacart, ubereats etc. I run all my apps simultaneously and only take lucrative jobs. No schedule , so I can work on my personal chef business while paying my bills

[@holmanlazo6928]

At 39 and with a flared-up poor economic and dysfunctional background I have had the luck to escape from to some extent, I can barely think of living life in terms of finding purpose beyond making ends meet for myself. However, this is a question I am still trying hard to find an answer to that's true to myself. Thank you so much for sharing your insights, and your journey to finding purpose for us to take as an example of how we can figure out finding purpose for ourselves.

[@savannahj6660]

Thank you for this video. I’m saving it in my playlist so that I can watch it over and over. Very inspiring and uplifting!

[@Mahogany777]

@Vincent Chan Thank you for what you do, it's a blessing!

[@MangoManZ1]

Loving your recent content Vincent, thank you!

[@VincentChan]

thank you mangoman!! im so glad you're enjoying it. did you find your purpose yet?

[@MangoManZ1]

@@VincentChan no worries! Thanks for asking, I’m on the right path but it will take a bit of time to get there!

[@PierceJPeterson]

Man you have been putting out such fire content lately 🔥

[@VincentChan]

thanks pierce!

[@joshuaodunfa6909]

Awsome content Victor

[@lindablake6022]

I have heard of this process before, however for some reason how you explained it made me understand this idea better. Thank you

[@jeiymz]

You are primarily a finance channel, and yet are so inspiring and motivating just in general, and I know myself and many others appreciate these kinds of videos and the care/content you put into them; they can truly make such a difference in people's lives. Thank you.

[@VincentChan]

Thank you so much!

[@cynthianad]

Well, the process of writing and shaping plot is indeed headache but I always happy with it.

[@kw9568]

Wow! I needed this video I'm! I'm currently working fulltime, I've been contemplating about opening a turn-key business. Need financial & life advice!!!!

[@Desperate4changing]

Thanks Vincent, for your incredibly humble reveal of your journey to help others.

[@stevolutiontv]

I totally resonate with the repetition, it's like a trap, your such a clever young man, bless you 😇

[@rawveganguru8381]

So inspiring. Blessed to have found your messages and insight. Thank you for truths☀🌻

[@parthbhambri]

Awesome content Vincent! Thanks for sharing Ikigai method, will definitely try it 👍!

[@robertparsons313]

Thank you, Vincent, for the good guidance. It's so easy to get lost and distracted today.

[@Leo_Therious]

Thanks Vincent. Your insights are very valuable to me and I'm integrating it into my life strategy.

[@shaniasoon]

“I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live.” ‭‭Ecclesiastes‬ ‭3:12‬ ‭NIV‬‬

[@SinX4Lyfe]

Need to make a video about how to block toxic things in work such as coworkers. I love my jobs... but sadly. I left most of them due to toxic people. This is the root of my depression as well. And it's not easy for me to keep finding a new job.

[@mettatay7151]

As I was preparing to head to office, I wondered what would I do if I have not chosen the profession that I chose in the past. Have been thinking of quitting my job recently after close to 20 years in my profession.

[@ann29light]

vincent at 5:22: "i'd truly appreciate if you could turn the like button into a beautiful blue" youtube update: _well..._

[@marklouis1890]

This video really helped me dude. Appreciate you

[@luckieoleary6459]

So inspiring Vincent, I just want to be a gamer that help others have fun... then I remember I have to stay on task and invest my time and money in my future.

[@jordanring468]

Love the comparison of the "treasure map." Excellent way to share about the IKIGAI and how to figure out your purpose.

[@casper5634]

I dont understand that this video has 5,7k views. I watched the whole vid and realy got inspired by how you changed your life. I have the same problem as you had, just doing the same day over and over again. You realy helped me with this video and i know you will big on this app. Btw, your voice is realy relaxing, you should do something with that.

[@uasdqqhdh]

This is the same video I wanted and you made it... Thanks a lot... I was also very confused about how I want to do?

[@VincentChan]

Hahha great minds think alike! I truly hope you found it helpful.

[@uasdqqhdh]

@@VincentChan Ofcourse... I am gonna go for the steps...

[@nessal5153]

Thank you so much 👍🏼

[@shaunmoorefinance]

From your Scottish friend Shaun that you met in London when you were working here! Great work on the channel man :) Just found it today.

[@VincentChan]

Hey shaun!! how are you? add me on IG, we should catch up instagram.com/hivincentc/

[@genzavvymillenial8757]

Hi Vincent, great content-from your fan from the Philippines

[@scorpisces182]

Just watched 4 or 5 of your videos, all great, but after this one... had to subscribe.

[@leafyveins4985]

I think my ikigai is changing environmental policy and changing the way people think about the world and our role in it.

[@joshuablaze8649]

This was a great video thank you for the message

[@jakkuwolfinsomnia8058]

It’s fine when you know your purpose but when you don’t know your purpose as you don’t know what makes you happy because as a kid other people took away the opportunities and freedoms from me to explore what I love. Then kicked me out onto the street for me to pick myself up and live which demanded I work all the time, which robs one of their time, with slow if any growth. The problem for me isn’t finding my purpose, I’m sure I’d find it if I had the time. The problem for me is finding the opportunity to explore what I love. I have only lived to survive, I haven’t lived yet, I hope to one day before I die

[@akshitarawat3583]

3:10 this!!! This is exactly my situation, it looks like everyone atleast have a idea of what they are doing and where they wanna head to and I'm just so confused don't even know my passion and what I like.... I just don't wanna die like this someday.

[@ramip8816]

Love the honesty and the content! Thank you for your amazing videos! 🙏🏽😊🙏🏽

[@Prim3Pursuits]

Great video Vincent, love these kinds of videos about mindset and life.

[@MartinMcClellanGT]

Now the like button is black not blue, but I subscribed to the channel because of you! It resonates with me as I’m also on the same path, finding my purpose in life. Investing and helping others has been my journey since October 2018, channel’s like this one has been a huge finding for me. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@hueichan815]

Thank you Vincent ❤️

[@chaniandjoe8326]

Loved your video, absolutely amazing. It's funny, I literally had to "abandon ship" from a company where I first heard the term Ikigai to actually find mine.

[@phoenixreimagined]

This was really beneficial for me. Thank you!

[@JayZ25100]

I like the turn this channel took

[@VincentChan]

thanks so much jalen! I'm much happier about it too, thanks for being an OG subscriber

[@JayZ25100]

@@VincentChan No problem! I’m in my early 20’s and these videos are great guidance, so thank you

[@miggyalumbro8765]

Really appreciate you being real about this! I have a lot of similarities with your journey and philosophy.

[@arismahmudi1207]

Hi Vincent, I'm curious with the backsound of this video. What is it??? I find it calming

[@brekken2002]

Your editing skills!!!! Holy fawkk

[@VincentChan]

Hahha thank you :) I'm glad you like it

[@Trin___i]

Glad I discovered this content. Great content! Stay woke!

[@viviankwok4354]

So inspirational 👍👍

[@VincentChan]

thank you vivan :) did you find your purpose?

[@teachermade766]

Your purpose is what you do best with the least amount of effort. It just comes naturally. My purpose/gift is working with children. ~Steve Harvey~

[@everydayfun9531]

Ikigai Huh This Kinda Gives Me Goosebumps But if it will Help me in my journey and help me Find my purpose and joy in Life then I'll definitely Do it!

[@TheSuperModelSociety]

Great video! Many thanks for sharing 😊

[@stephenjohn904]

if the goal of having a purpose in life is to feel happiness and joy, then shouldnt that be the ultimate purpose having a sense of gratitude and being thankful, helping someone in need without expecting anything in return having a set of close friends who you know will be there for you in time of need-- that would make our lives meaningful and worth living ,Not everyone will be able to find their purpose or chase their dreams.

[@JoJoontheEdge]

I love how you are always hiking in videos lol

[@mikevalentine9556]

Thx for the positive vibes Vincent. Im working on it. 😎✌♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@ZatoichiRCS]

You need to discover Richard Koch's 80/20 book. One of the most plagiarized books people take from without giving credit to Koch. Great videos by the way. Keep it up.

[@javiparra5134]

Good content it uncovers the reality of life just dont get to big and have other decided your future keep it up

[@calla859]

Just found this gem of a KZbinr 😍🥰

[@Nostalgik]

This is a very personal video that is great for basically every human to watch 👌 Top tier content