8 Japanese technique to stop overthinking and ease your Mind

Ikigai

Ikigai is a philosophy that helps you find purpose and meaning in life. It’s about discovering the sweet spot where what you love, what the world needs, what you are good at, and what you can be paid for, overlap.

Shinrin-Yoku

Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is the practice of immersing yourself in nature and taking in the atmosphere of the forest through all five senses.

Zazen

Zazen is the core meditation practice of Zen Buddhism. It involves seated meditation with attention on the breath and a clear, non-judgmental mind.

Wabi-Sabi

Wabi-sabi is the art of finding beauty in imperfection, embracing the transient and incomplete nature of life.

Kintsugi

Kintsugi is the art of repairing broken pottery with gold, making the cracks and flaws a beautiful part of the object’s history.

Oubaitori

Oubaitori refers to the philosophy that every tree (cherry, plum, peach, and apricot) blooms in its own time, and you should not rush or compare your growth to others.

Kaizen

Kaizen is the philosophy of making small, consistent improvements in all aspects of life, be it work, health, or relationships.

Mottainai

Mottainai is a term that expresses a sense of regret over waste. It encourages mindfulness and gratitude for what you have, minimizing waste in material, time, and energy.