How to Ikigai | Tim Tamashiro | TEDxYYC
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Published 2018-09-08
A love of music, and a dream to create a life full of it, carried Tim Tamashiro all the way from childhood music lessons to a successful career as a jazz musician. Growing up in small town Alberta, Tamashiro felt differently than the other kids, and embraced that feeling to pursue creative outlets that he enjoyed. Piano lessons led to music school, work with with HMV retail, then a role with MCA Records. For twenty years, he enjoyed working in music, from performing with bands, singing at events and in front of prime ministers and royalty. He sang jazz standards with The Jump Orchestra in Edmonton, then moved to Calgary and joined a local jazz group called The Swinging Bovines. He released his debut album, “Wiseass Crooner,” in 1995, and toured Canada promoting it. Most recently Tim authored the book "How to Ikigai: Lessons for Finding Happiness and Living Your Life's Purpose" This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
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Listening to him was like listening to Uncle Iroh. It must be lovely to have a cup of tea listening to him anytime of the day.
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For those who are curious, 生き甲斐 (ikigai) literaly means "purpose in life", "something one lives for" in japanese. :)
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I have heard many talks on ikigai but this seems to be the best motivational speech which gives us the roadmap for finding our own ikigai.
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This guy really lives up to his Ikigai: he delights! I loved this talk
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This is the talk I needed for this specific moment in my life. I was so immersed in it I even felt like clapping at the very end.
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What hit me about this talk is Martial Arts changed my life! Ouit so many bad habits, got in shape and went on to teach! I was also a professional musician for many years! I still love doing both!
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I have been delighted by this wonderful talk, light hearted, yet deadly serious, it's not the 'what' we get in life, it's 'how' we live it, seeking to delight others cannot be done by forcing yourself on others, rather it is like stepping in as a dance partner, for a few moments drawing attention to something beautiful, telling, profound, meaningful, ultimately moving and thoughtful, a light touch and a happy smile, and magically we've dabbed a dot of colourful delight into another's life...
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The best Ikigai talk I've ever listened to! I've never thought of it was an action/verb before. Everyone tells me that this is a goal to strive forward and that sometimes make it feel like it's something too far away. Thank you for reminding us that meaningful life starts now, with each action we choose for ourselves!
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What a great talk in attractive way. He explained how to live happily.
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None of you will mispronounce "Ikigai" again. Tim's Speedo will never leave your mind.
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This man Ugh i love his energy and personality.
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Ikigai - do what you love, do what you are good at, do what the world needs and do what you will be rewarded for.
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He gave such a great presentation! What a sweet and friendly person he seems to be.
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I have been reserching IKIGAI. This guy puts it across very well. A true doer of what he preaches.
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The idea of having a purpose in life seems so simple yet difficult. Before listening to this Ted Talk I was lost and didn't really know where to even begin. The concept of Ikigai is just what I needed to make my mark and begin my life purpose. Thank you Ted Talk and Tim 🙂.
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I actually thought about what I love doing most as he spoke. Quite a lovely realization.
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I am struggling to sort out matters in my life right now. This video helps, thank you Mr. Tamashiro.
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this man is very likable
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Thank you so much for explaining like this !!
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So delightful words of the man who has already enjoying his own ikigai....... thank you so much for your kind words that gave us an idea of what a meaningful life could be like.....☺️☺️☺️🙏🙏🙏