Kirjahaku

A Japanese-inspired guide to living a happier, more fulfilled life.

‘Omoiyari is a form of selfless compassion – putting yourself in the shoes of others, and from their perspective anticipating their needs, acting in a way that might make them at ease, happy or comfortable.’ This book will help you embrace omoiyari and bring joy and happiness into your own life and the lives of others. Care, consideration and empathy underpin all aspects of daily life in Japan and are essential to the social spirit. From Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality), Kirei (cleanliness and organisation) and Mottainai (reducing waste) to Zakka (finding beauty in the mundane) and Senbazuru (the origami art of folding one thousand paper cranes), there are so many different ways that the Japanese emphasise the importance of community and helping others. With practical and actionable advice throughout, you can learn how to incorporate Japanese culture and the art of compassion into your daily life, because even the smallest of considerate actions can make a world of difference.

'Omoiyari is a form of selfless compassion - putting yourself in the shoes of others, and from their perspective anticipating their needs, acting in a way that might make them at ease, happy or comfortable.'This book will help you embrace omoiyari and bring joy and happiness into your own life and the lives of others.Care, consideration and empathy underpin all aspects of daily life in Japan and are essential to the social spirit. From Omotenashi (Japanese hospitality), Kirei (cleanliness and organisation) and Mottainai (reducing waste) to Zakka (finding beauty in the mundane) and Senbazuru (the origami art of folding one thousand paper cranes), there are so many different ways that the Japanese emphasise the importance of community and helping others.With practical and actionable advice throughout, you can learn how to incorporate Japanese culture and the art of compassion into your daily life, because even the smallest of considerate actions can make a world of difference.

How to rest, reconnect and rejuvenate through practical lessons, creativity and conscious living. The Joy of Wintering celebrates the ways in which the joys of spring are made possible at any stage of life by periods of rest and recuperation. Through practical tips and lessons from cultures with a strong wintering tradition, learn why rest should be celebrated not stigmatised, and how to live more consciously and compassionately. So many of us have experienced periods of burnout, influenced by a range of factors. This book is a rallying cry to make space for times of feast and fallow to improve productivity, make space for creativity and finding your presence in moments of clarity. It is for those who want to unlock their potential. Drawing upon different cultures with a strong tradition of rest and recuperation, this book will be full of practical activities, inspirational quotes and aims to provide a space for readers to embrace stillness. The chapters cover: what we see, what to listen out for, what to touch, what to taste, what to breathe; including craft activities, recipes, meditations, and much more.

A Little Book of Japanese Contentments is a beautiful book that distills traditional Japanese philosophies intrinsic to wellbeing. A richly illustrated journey through Japanese culture that leads to a more mindful and gratified life: With the longest healthy life spans in the world, Japanese people understand the art of living well. With A Little Book of Japanese Contentments, anyone can explore the timeless philosophies as they relate to almost every aspect of life. - Provides easy-to-follow exercises to inspire those who want to live a happier, more balanced life- Includes sections on kokoro (heart and mind) and karada (body), plus a guide on how to form and nurture good habits. Also includes entries on ikigai (living with purpose), wabi-sabi (the beauty of imperfection and impermanence), shinrinyoku (forest bathing), ikebana (the art of flower arranging), and much more- Features an exquisite layout filled with aesthetically pleasing photographs and illustrations that help capture the culture and bring it to life. "With this book, I want to inspire and provide guidance on ways to enrich and complement your lifestyle through a new lens." -- Erin Niimi Longhurst, Author A Little Book of Japanese Contentments is a warm invitation to cultivate happiness in everyday life. Erin Niimi Longhurst is a writer and blogger based in the UK. Ryo Takemasa is an illustrator based in Tokyo, Japan. Makes an excellent and unique gift for friends and loved ones that are interested in Japanese culture and philosophies.

Discover the enriching lessons of winter through practices that promote rest, contemplation, and rejuvenation, including rituals for self-care, slow living, mindfulness, and creativity. Perfect for fans of Wintering and How to Do Nothing. Wintering is the practice of slowing down to rest and recuperate, just as nature does in the quiet winter months. This enchanting little book makes it easy to discover the joys of these essential pauses that allow us to nourish our bodies, quiet our minds, and rejuvenate our spirits so we can welcome the bright promises of spring. A mix of evocative photography and charming illustration enriches the experience, inviting us to browse, linger, contemplate, and engage with the reflections and suggestions. Organized around the five senses--with advice on what to see, what to listen for, what to touch, how to breathe, and how to taste--these pages make it easy to create your own wintering practice through: Nature-inspired rituals for rest, stillness, and contemplation Recipes, meditations, and creative projects to encourage slow living Inspiration from wintering traditions throughout the world And so much more. Brimming with enlightening lessons and lovely, nature-inspired artwork throughout, this cozy companion from the author of A Little Book of Japanese Contentments reminds us that moments of peace, beauty, and joy are always available if we know how to look for them. EASY GUIDE TO SELF-CARE: This petite handbook-sized volume is filled with inspiring wisdom and simple-to-follow tips, offering easy ways to incorporate rituals for well-being into our everyday lives. DIGITAL DETOX: Filled with screen-free activities, The Pleasures of Wintering offers an enriching alternative for anyone exhausted by social media and invites us to experience the joys of being present, slowing down, and embracing simple pleasures. WELLNESS GIFT: This beautifully designed hardcover book is infinitely giftable to friends, family, partners, co-workers, students, or anyone who needs a gentle pick-me-up. Perfect for: Meditators and mindfulness practitioners Nature enthusiasts and people interested in cold-water plunging and other forms of contrast therapy Anyone interested in digital detoxing and stress relief Crafters, artists, knitters, journalers, or anyone seeking to kickstart a creative habit Readers of personal development and self-help bestsellers like Wintering and How to Do Nothing

Japonism är den japanska konsten att bli mer nöjd med livet.Vad är ditt ikigai (syfte)? Hur kan du använda dig av medveten närvaro för att hantera vardagens oförutsägbarhet och kaos? Lär dig hur japanerna funnit balans genom traditioner, filosofier och konstformer. Från shinrin-yoku (skogsbad), kalligrafi, ikebana (konsten att arrangera blommor), till teceremonier och japanernas inställning till mat.Förbättra ditt liv och berika sinnet genom att se livet ur ett wabi-sabi-perspektiv (skönheten i förändring), använd dig av kintsugi (lagning av lergods med guld) eller applicera kaizen-filosofin (ständig förbättring) på din tillvaro. Japonism är fylld av lika inspirerande som praktiska tips, tankar och vackra bilder - för ett lyckligare, hälsosammare och mer eftertänksamt liv.Erin Niimi Longhurst är en brittisk-japansk författare. På sin blogg, Island Bell, skriver hon om mat, resor och livsstil. Det var hennes japanska morfar som lärde henne hur viktigt det är med medveten närvaro. Själv kopplar hon av genom att laga gyoza-knyten, fotografera, skriva och rensa i garderoben.

Japanismin parhaat on inspiroiva opas japanilaiseen elämänfilosofiaan. Japanilaiset ovat jo vuosisatojen ajan pyrkineet tyytyväisyyteen harjoittamalla kirjassa esiteltyjä perinteitä, filosofioita ja taidemuotoja. Kirjassa perehdytään muun muassa ikigaihin, jossa intohimo, missio, elämäntehtävä ja ammatti yhdistyvät elämän tarkoitukseksi. Kirjan sivuilta selviää myös, kuinka mindfulnessia voi harjoittaa nykypäivän kaaoksessa, mitä on shinrinyoku eli metsäkylvyt ja miten mieli voi hyötyä kalligrafian ja ikebanan eli kukkien asettelun harjoittamisesta.

Omoiyari on pyyteetöntä myötätuntoa. Sitä korostava japanilainen ajattelu kehottaa osoittamaan vilpitöntä lähimmäisenrakkautta ja vastaamaan muiden tarpeisiin empaattisesti ilman takaa-ajatuksia.Tämä syvällinen mutta käytännönläheinen kirja perehdyttää lukijansa omoiyarin taitoon ja keinoihin, joiden avulla voi ilahduttaa muita ja tuoda iloa myös omaan elämään.Huomaavaisuus ja empatia ovat japanilaisen arkielämän ja yhteisöllisyyden peruspilareita. Ne ilmenevät niin vieraanvaraisuutena (omotenashi), puhtautena ja järjestyksenä (kirei), kierrättämisenä ja korjaamisena (mottainai) kuin ilon ja onnen etsimisenä arkipäiväisistä asioista (zakka). Olennaista on myös kuunteleminen ja eri näkökulmien jakaminen, sillä vain siten voimme ymmärtää toisiamme ja itseämme. Kun valintoja ja päätöksiä tekee omoiyarin hengessä, edistää omaa, lähimmäistensä sekä koko maapallon hyvinvointia. Pienilläkin teoilla on väliä.Erin Niimi Longhurst on japanilais-brittiläinen kirjailija, jonka esikoisteos Japanismin parhaat - Hyvän elämän ohjeita ikigaista wabi-sabiin, ikebanaan ja metsäkylpyihin (Viisas Elämä) on ollut kansainvälinen menestys ja julkaistu yli kahdellakymmenellä kielellä.