Diad: Ikigai Sharing

Dave Isay reminded us that while a calling can already be found within ourselves, a lot of
the time, it is something we also have to dig for within ourselves. During the digging, we put
aside what we think is expected of us and are then able to reflect on our experiences, the good
and the bad. However, while listening to our inner voice, we could also notice when other people
need help or support. This is where our needs and others’ needs intersect, and this is how we’re
able to find our purpose.

Dreams and eventual decisions are often achieved through a domino—or even ripple
effect—of events. What we view as a simple hobby today, can become a flourishing livelihood
tomorrow. Similarly, what we don’t know about or haven’t ventured into yet can become the start
of a lifelong journey today.

Thus, there's no definite or “correct” way to find our calling. It can happen at any age, at
any point in our lives; we could be on a specific path or doing something for a very long time,
and we could still suddenly find one day that what we feel we are really meant to do in this world
is something else.

Moreover, even after we find what our calling is, it doesn't mean our work is over; it's
actually just beginning. Like with any other path, the one that corresponds to our calling will still
require courage, sacrifice, and hard work, especially considering that what might end up being
our calling might not exactly come with the financial compensation we hope or want to receive.