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The Book of Ichigo Ichie
- The Art of Making the Most of Every Moment, the Japanese Way
- Narrated by: Louis Ozawa Changchien
- Length: 3 hrs and 20 mins
- Categories: Parenting & Relationships, Self-Help
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Learn to make every moment a once-in-a-lifetime experience with this definitive guide to the Japanese art of ichigo ichie, from the best-selling authors of Ikigai.
Every moment in our life happens only once, and if we let it slip away, we lose it forever - an idea captured by the Japanese phrase ichigo ichie. Often spoken in Japan when greeting someone or saying goodbye, to convey that the encounter is unique and special, it is a tenet of Zen Buddhism and is attributed to a 16th-century master of the Japanese tea ceremony, or 'ceremony of attention', whose intricate rituals compel us to focus on the present moment.
The Book of Ichigo-Ichie: The Art of Making the Most of Every Moment, the Japanese Way is an inspirational work which shows us how to:
- Free ourselves from the past and the future and to make each moment something unique.
- Bring into our lives the Zen that Steve Jobs learned from a Japanese master, and which was key to his success.
- Turn coincidences into a tool for conscious magic.
- Create unforgettable moments in professional and personal circles.
- Improve our relationships with a new type of mindfulness.
- Open the floodgates to the flow of creativity whenever we need it.
The Book of Ichigo Ichie will help you find your ikigai.
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- Addi46
- 03-03-20
Consciously stay in the present moment
Loved every Chapter. Narrator is excellent; clarity perfect. Celebrating each moment Consciously. Celebrating life.
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- Jim jason
- 05-02-21
A simple outlook
The narration of the book is good. The story needs more substance than it has now
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- Anonymous User
- 04-02-21
Take this one slow.
A wonderful audiobook, but one needs to convert these precious words into action to get the best. Hence, best listened to slowly, one chapter at a time, allowing thought for integration and assimilation of ideas.
Ichigo Ichie!
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- Syed Shoaib
- 11-01-21
Accessible and meaningful
I am intrigued by the degree to which traditions of heedfullness, attentiveness, and celebration are ingrained in multiple cultures across the continents. The parallels between Confucius Buddhism, Islam, and even Hindu spirituality are astounding. Reading this book I was constantly reminded of Maulana Rumi and Shams Tabrez.
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- Jigar Gajjar
- 23-11-20
Heartfelt
Loved every part of it.
Book of wisdom.
A must read for all.
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- Kindle Customer
- 27-10-20
ichigo ichie
it's the most well written small book I have come across,
it has shown us how to stay in present momment.
and so much more..
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- shishir vashisht
- 11-10-20
a real transformative journey with some key words
live in this movement is the central crux without worrying about future and clinging to past both which you can't control.
even the ceremonies and fables are inspiring. a must read if you need clarity in terms of the present and how to enjoy the beautiful moments of life in most simplistic ways possible.
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- Niiraj
- 07-10-20
I didn't waste my time listening to this.
I'm glad I chose this book. It has made me realize how important every single moment of our life is. You don't have to wait for the moment of celebration, you can create those moments with the right mindset.
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- Saravana Kumar
- 06-09-20
Excellent collection of Insights about Mindfulness
Authors continue to amaze with insights from Eastern culture and value that they bring. Worth listening and following.
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- vivek kalla
- 05-09-20
Thought -provoking
Read or listen to understand the life in a better way.Unfolds many secrets to have complacent lifestyle.
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- Stephen Leslie France
- 14-02-21
Living in the present cannot be done by...
Living in the present cannot be done by following laws, but as a Spirit-led day-to-day process
This book makes a clear, powerful stand on how to live in the present.
With conspicuous observations of how we in western society don’t do this, the author reveals techniques, speech patterns, and lifestyle practices to aid us in how to live moment to moment.
For anybody who has studied theology or philosophy of any kind, one powerful conclusion that we can gain about life, is that living in the present is a key to peace and joy.
The question of course is: ‘how?’
Ichigo Ichie presents all the methods we can employ to do this.
From breathing exercises, to dialogue injections, to 10 principles of the philosophy, it’s a comprehensive guide.
The only problem—and this is a large one—is the challenge of application.
To apply this to life, is to live another form of law.
Any philosopher will know that humanity as a species struggles with living by law.
We will naturally try to change, add, or subtract from it. It’s just our way.
In keeping in mind this folly of the human condition, a more complete understanding of Ichigo Ichie, would be to relay this brokenness that we all deal with; a reluctance easily described as ‘disobedience’ or ‘rebellion.’
Regardless, the book makes a solid point with good supporting observations of the human plight.
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- Hayley
- 08-03-20
Mindfulness as a craft
Mindfulness has become such a trend that it risks losing its ability to engage people and transform lives. I love that this book deliberately avoids leaning on the term and instead seeks to teach the reader the art of living in the present moment. It has completely shifted my perspective on the subject and I am finding myself consciously entering interactions with a sense of ichigo ichie and striving to make the most of each moment as it unfolds. Highly recommended.
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- SAH
- 29-02-20
An ichigo ichie experience itself
What a pleasure it was to listen to this book. Being of Japanese background, I felt very close to my roots and was reminded of how important it is to never loose connection with our spiritual way of facing life. It took me away from everyday mundane circumstances and fulfilled me with joy, like the light breeze of ocean on a pleasant summer afternoon. I will listen to it again and recommend to anyone in need of reconnecting with their core.
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- M G.
- 26-02-21
Beautiful and great to learn key Japanese Concepts for Living Well
Beautifully narrated. Never feeling rushed or too slow. I found this very relaxing and enlightening listening.
Bonus is the clear pronunciation of Japanese terms (not to mention a couple of expressions in of Latin, Italian etc) and a degree of repetition that really helped me to remember. This beautiful approach to harmony, emphasising the heightening of sensations through stillness and awareness in each moment.
Lovingly written and beautifully narrated.
I could easily listen and enjoy this many more times.
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- Tasha
- 26-01-21
Life changing
I think daily of the message in this book and it helps me remain rational and calm whenever I think my world is falling apart
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- Tinned Tomato
- 02-01-21
Better than I expected
If you are interested in mindfulness and being on the moment this japanese based book is a great approach
Enjoyed and hopefully learning from it
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-09-20
Good but not as good as Ikigai
While I did enjoy the book, it wasn't as good as Ikigai and I don't think that I'll read it again
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- Amazon Customer
- 27-05-20
Outstanding!
Wow! this book really changed my life as I have PTSD and struggle to live in the moment. Thank you!