By the end of this course, you will be able to define your ikigai, distinguish your job from your true work, apply the four-part ikigai framework to your own life, and name a clear, personal purpose you can begin living today.
Do What You Love - An Introduction To Ikigai
Do What You Love - An Introduction To Ikigai
This course is part of Creative Career Foundations: Clarity, Confidence & Direction Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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5 hours to complete
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February 2026
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This course is part of the Creative Career Foundations: Clarity, Confidence & Direction Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course
This module introduces the concept of Ikigai and reframes how learners think about work and purpose. By separating job roles from deeper personal contributions, learners begin to understand how meaning and fulfillment can exist beyond traditional career paths.
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3 videos1 reading1 assignment
In this module, learners shift focus inward to reconnect with what truly matters to them. Through guided reflection, they revisit forgotten interests and begin redefining their work in a way that aligns with personal values and current life circumstances.
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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
This module explores how Ikigai develops over time and adapts to different stages of life. Learners examine partial and full expressions of purpose while recognizing that Ikigai is not fixed, but something that grows, shifts, and often returns in new forms.
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4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In the final module, learners bring everything together through practical application. By naming their Ikigai, using focused reflection tools, and reviewing examples, they leave the course with a clearer, more confident sense of purpose they can carry forward.
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3 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
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