Every moment in our life happens only once, and if we let it slip away, we lose it forever--an idea captured by the Japanese phrase ichigo ichie . Often spoken in Japan when greeting someone or saying goodbye, to convey that the encounter is unique and special, it is a tenet of Zen Buddhism and is attributed to a sixteenth-century master of the Japanese tea ceremony, or 'ceremony of attention', whose intricate rituals compel us to focus on the present moment. The Book of Ichigo-Ichie: The Art of Living of Making the Most of Every Moment, the Japanese Way is an inspirational work which shows us how to:* Free ourselves from the past and the future and to make each moment something unique. into our lives the Zen that Steve Jobs learned from a Japanese master, and which was key to his success.* Turn coincidences into a tool for conscious magic.* Create unforgettable moments in professional and personal circles.* Improve our relationships with a new type of mindfulness.* Open the floodgates to the flow of creativity whenever we need it. The Book of Ichigo Ichie will help you find your ikigai .