Ikigai

What’s your true purpose in life? In this ESL lesson, students will discuss the Japanese concept of Ikigai. This lesson features a video about Ikigai philosophy. Students will talk about job satisfaction and career choices and learn vocabulary relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.

Listening: Students will focus on the Ikigai philosophy to understand personal and career fulfillment.

Speaking: They'll discuss their potential Ikigai, sharing ideas on balancing personal passions with professional demands.

Vocabulary: Key terms related to Ikigai, job satisfaction, and career planning will be introduced and practiced.

Homework: Students will answer multiple-choice questions to reflect on subjective opinions and career choices, fill in blanks with initial letters provided to complete sentences about personal goals and job satisfaction, and determine the truth of statements related to personal and professional balance.