Japanese concepts that changed my life (and may change yours too):

 I’ve always been fascinated by Japanese culture.

The mix of old and new. The attention to detail in everything. The deep-rooted sense of respect among the people. Here are 7 Japanese concepts that changed my life (and may change yours too): 1. Kaizen (改善) – A principle of continuous improvement. Key lesson: Set small, achievable goals. Improve slowly. ——— 2. Kintsugi (金継ぎ) – Repairing pottery with gold. Key lesson: No matter how broken things may seem, you can always put the pieces back together. ——— 3. Hara Hachi Bu (腹八分目) – Eat until you're 80% full. Key lesson: Savor your food—let your body tell you when to stop. ——— 4. Ikigai (生き甲斐) – A reason for being. Key lesson: Find purpose at the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. ——— 5. Oubaitori (桜梅桃李) – Don’t compare yourself to others. Key lesson: Embrace your own unique timeline. ——— 6. Wabi-Sabi (侘び寂び) – Embrace impermanence. Key lesson: Find beauty in the impermanence of life. ——— 7. Gaman (我慢) – Keep dignity during distress. Key lesson: Meet hard times with patience and perseverance. ———