philosophy

5 phrases · 6 collections

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Zulu/Xhosa
Ubuntu
/oo-BOON-too/
I am because we are; the belief in a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity.
Lit. Humanity towards others
Emphasizing community, compassion, and our shared humanity.
- #connection
- #philosophy
- #wisdom
South Africa
unity
Spanish
Pura vida
/POO-rah VEE-dah/
Pure life; a philosophy of simple living, positivity, and gratitude for life.
Lit. Pure life
A greeting, farewell, and way of life emphasizing appreciation for simple pleasures.
- #joy
- #nature
- #philosophy
Costa Rica
gratitude
Japanese
Ikigai
/ee-kee-GUY/
A reason for being; the thing that gets you up in the morning with purpose and joy.
Lit. Life worth living
Describes your intersection of passion, mission, vocation, and profession.
- #joy
- #philosophy
- #wisdom
Japan
purpose
Japanese
Wabi-sabi
/WAH-bee SAH-bee/
Finding beauty in imperfection and accepting the natural cycle of growth and decay.
Appreciating the beauty of a cracked ceramic bowl or the patina on old wood.
- #nature
- #philosophy
- #wisdom
Japan
acceptance
Italian
Dolce far niente
/DOL-che far nee-EN-teh/
The sweetness of doing nothing; pleasant idleness.
Lit. Sweet doing nothing
Embracing leisure time without guilt, simply enjoying the moment without productivity.
- #joy
- #philosophy
- #solitude
Italy
peace

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