How Discovering Ikigai Transformed My 70s into the Most Vibrant Decade of My Life
Then, I did more of those things. I took my morning coffee outside instead of rushing through it. I had longer conversations with friends instead of treating them like check-ins. I gave myself permission to enjoy hobbies—without needing them to be productive or impressive.
The more present I became, the more meaningful my life felt. Purpose wasn’t something I needed to find—it was something I needed to notice.
If you’ve been searching for a bigger answer, maybe it’s time to stop looking so far ahead.
