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677. How Ikigai Can Help To Choose a College Major

Ikigai, a Japanese concept that translates to "a reason for being" or "a reason to live," focuses on the intersection of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. Doesn't that sound like a critical consideration for college students and applicants? Amy and Mike invited admissions expert V. Peter Pitts to explore how ikigai can help to choose a college major.

What are five things you will learn in this episode?

What is IKIGAI?

How can an Ikigai exercise help in narrowing down your major?

Do students really need to choose a major before choosing a…

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