Entdecke unseren IKIGAI KURS, der so konzipiert ist, dass er dich systematisch Schritt für Schritt auf dem Weg zu mehr Klarheit, Sinn und innerer Ausrichtung begleitet.
Dank vielen praktischen Übungen, Reflexionsfragen und Inspirationen findest du heraus, was dich wirklich erfüllt – und wie du es in deinem Alltag leben kannst.
Wenn der Alltag nicht länger ein reines Funktionieren ist, sondern getragen wird von Klarheit, Sinn und innerer Freude – dann sind wir schon mitten drin im Ikigai. Das aus Japan stammende Wort bedeutet so viel wie „What makes life worth living“. It describes the moment when four areas of life intersect:
That which makes your heart shine.
That which lies at the heart of your true strengths.
What makes you truly stand out.
And that for which you receive appreciation and recognition.
When these levels come together, a feeling of inner alignment and deep fulfilment, of contentment and tranquillity, arises.
This course will make this big word tangible for you – with clear steps, exercises and reflections that will help you discover your personal ikigai and bring it into your life. So that you can be who you are.
Ikigai ist ein Begriff, der tief in der japanischen Kultur verwurzelt ist. Das Wort setzt sich aus iki (Leben) und gai (Wert, Sinn) zusammen.
Erste Spuren des Begriffs finden sich bereits im mittelalterlichen Japan. Später wurde er vor allem durch die japanische Psychiaterin Mieko Kamiya geprägt, die Ikigai als eine persönliche Quelle von Sinn und innerer Motivation beschrieben hat – etwas, das einem Menschen Richtung gibt, selbst wenn das Leben nicht perfekt ist.
In Regionen wie Okinawa, die für ihre besonders hohe Lebenserwartung bekannt sind, gilt Ikigai bis heute als wichtige innere Haltung: ein Grund, morgens aufzustehen und aktiv am Leben teilzunehmen.
Weiterführende Quellen und Literatur
Kamiya, Mieko: On the Meaning of Life
Akihiro Hasegawa, Yoshinori Fujiwara, Tanji Hoshi, Shoji Shinkai –
Forschung zu Ikigai und Lebenszufriedenheit in Japan
Dan Buettner: The Blue Zones
Unser IKIGAI-Programm führt dich in 7 Wochen Schritt für Schritt zu mehr Klarheit, Sinn und innerer Ausrichtung.
Jede Woche hat ein klares Thema, kleine tägliche Impulse und Übungen, die dich direkt ins Tun bringen.
Um zu wissen, wo es hingehen darf, musst du erstmal wissen, wo du steht.
After this week, you will recognise your possibilities more clearly or discover previously hidden possibilities – you will gain the courage to look deeper.
Du wirst wiederfinden, was dein Herz zum Leuchten bringt.
Damit du mit neuer Energie aufstehen kannst, weil du klarer weißt, was dich begeistert. Wertvolle Momente werden wie kleine Funken dein Herz entfachen.
Recognise and acknowledge what you are really good at – and what makes you unique.
Deine Stärken sind kostbar und wollen gelebt werden. Mache dich bereit, deine größten Stärken zu aktivieren und zu lernen, wie du sie dir tagtäglich zunutzen machen kannst.
Discover how you can make a real difference in the world.
The reward is a deep connection – a feeling that your being and your actions have meaning again.
Explore how your IKIGAI can also find recognition, appreciation and reward in the outside world.
You will feel certain that my path is not only meaningful, but also carries me forward.
Combine your insights to form a clear picture of your personal IKIGAI.
You will see your own IKIGAI like a living mosaic in front of you – a clear picture that supports you and gives you direction.
Mach dein IKIGAI lebendig – mit Routinen, Ritualen und klaren Schritten in deinen Alltag. Du wirst aufstehen und wissen: Das ist mein Weg. Du hast Werkzeuge, Routinen und Klarheit, um dein Ikigai Tag für Tag zu leben – spürbar, kraftvoll, nachhaltig.
This course is for you if you feel that there must be more to life than routines and to-do lists. If you long for clarity, for a sense of direction – and to live a life that truly suits you.
The course is particularly helpful for:
People in situations of change – whether professional, personal or in the middle of life.
Self-employed and working professionals who want to be not only successful but also fulfilled.
People seeking meaning who want to combine their passion, strengths and values.
Students and young professionals seeking guidance for their future.
People in midlife or experiencing an identity crisis who want to reorient themselves.
Anyone who feels that: „There's more to me than this – I want to finally live it.“
If you work as a coach, trainer or consultant, you know that many people today are searching for meaning, guidance and inner alignment. With our IKIGAI additional training, you will receive a tried-and-tested tool that will help you accompany your clients on precisely this path.
The module is particularly valuable for:
Coaches who want to expand their methods with a clearly structured tool for working on meaning and values.
Trainers who offer seminars or workshops on self-development, vocation or personal development.
Consultants who support clients during periods of change or reorientation.
Executive coaches who work with their clients on issues of motivation, life balance and purpose.
Anyone looking for a clear, inspiring methodology to help people reach their full potential.
Stefan Sillmann begleitet Menschen und Führungskräfte dabei, innere Klarheit, bewusste Selbstführung und sinnvolle Ausrichtung zu entwickeln. Mit über 25 Jahren Erfahrung im internationalen Business – unter anderem im Investmentbanking – kennt er Leistungsdruck, Erfolg und innere Leere aus eigener Erfahrung.
Nach einer erfolgreichen Karriere im Finanzsektor entschied sich Stefan bewusst für einen anderen Weg: weg vom reinen Funktionieren, hin zu Tiefe, Sinn und nachhaltiger Wirkung. Seit fast 20 Jahren arbeitet er als Coach, Trainer und Speaker und verbindet wirtschaftliche Realität mit persönlicher Entwicklung, Achtsamkeit und Verantwortung.
Sein Ansatz ist ruhig, ehrlich und praxisnah – ohne Selbstoptimierungsdruck, dafür mit echter Wirkung. Der IKIGAI-Kurs ist Ausdruck genau dieser Haltung: ein Weg zurück in die eigene Mitte, mitten im Leben.
There are many articles, books and quotes about ikigai. However, simply reading about it often leaves you with a nice thought – and little changes in everyday life.
This is exactly where our IKIGAI course comes in: We bring the big word to life – practically, sustainably, profoundly.
Structured & practicalNo theoretical knowledge gathering dust on the shelf – instead, a clear 7-week process with lots of exercises, reflections and routines.
Psychologically sound & modernOur approach combines coaching, psychology and mindfulness with clear language and contemporary methods.
Depth and lightness at the same timeWe believe that the search for meaning can be transformative – and at the same time light, inspiring and full of joy.
More than just a courseYOLA Academy is a community of people who are setting out on a journey. Exchange, inspiration and shared growth are part of it.
Also for professionalsFor coaches, trainers and consultants, there is a separate module with materials, workbooks and a licence to pass on IKIGAI in their own work.
The modern IKIGAI programme from YOLA Academy marks the beginning of an exciting journey to discover yourself and your potential –
You will be given powerful tools that can accompany you throughout your life.
Du kannst den IKIGAI-Kurs 7 Tage kostenfrei kennenlernen – ganz in deinem Tempo und ohne Verpflichtung.
Wenn du in dieser Zeit spürst, dass der Kurs nicht zu dir passt, entstehen für dich keine Kosten und du brauchst dich auch nicht zu rechtfertigen.
Dieser kostenlose Einstieg ist einfach unsere Einladung an dich etwas Neues mit ganz viel Potenzial auszuprobieren.
The Ikigai Online Course The YOLA Academy is suitable for anyone who wants to bring more clarity and meaning into their life. No prior knowledge is required. Whether you are planning a new career, are in the midst of a life crisis, or are simply curious, the course will guide you step by step through the process of discovering your personal Finding ikigai.
Our Ikigai Programme is deliberately designed to be flexible. It is best to plan ahead. 15–30 minutes per day to watch videos, do exercises and improve your Ikigai Workbook The content is structured in such a way that it fits into a busy everyday life – small steps that have a lasting effect.
The programme has content for seven weeks, with different content each day. Of course, you can also take a break for a few days and complete the course at your own pace – after all, it's about YOUR ikigai.
No problem! The Ikigai Online Course is a self-study programme. You can pause at any time, catch up on modules or work at your own pace. All content – videos, reflections and exercises – remains available to you permanently. This means you can immerse yourself in your ikigai again and again, even after months or years.
Yes. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate of attendance, that documents your personal journey.
If you opt for the Ikigai Coach Module decide, you will also receive a Certificate and licence, which enables you to use Ikigai professionally in your coaching practice.
The course is designed so that you don't feel alone. In addition to videos, exercises and workbooks, you have access to a online community, where you can exchange ideas with other participants. Contact with like-minded people reinforces the effect – your path to meaning and vocation is supported by the community.
Yes – if you get involved. The YOLA Ikigai Course is not a theoretical course, but rather a practical journey of discovery. Through daily inspiration, reflection and exercises, you will feel new clarity, motivation and focus. Many participants report that after just a few weeks, they find it easier to make decisions and feel more free inside.
You will receive lifelong access to all course content, including future updates. This means you can repeat the course at any time, delve deeper into individual modules or restart later – your access remains permanent.
Many offerings remain superficial and limit themselves to the well-known „Ikigai flower“. The YOLA course goes deeper:
Psychologically sound with coaching and mindfulness methods.
Practical through workbooks, reflection exercises and everyday transfer.
Flexible & modern as an online programme with community access.
There is also the unique Ikigai Coach Module, which was developed specifically for coaches.
Yes. With the Ikigai coaching module you will not only receive additional materials, but also an official certificate and licence to use Ikigai as a method in your coaching practice. This will enable you to accompany your clients on their search for meaning and professionally expand your range of services.
That's perfectly normal. Searching for meaning often brings questions and uncertainties. The course supports you with targeted reflection exercises, mini rituals and impulses that gently restore your confidence. And: Through the community, you can exchange ideas, gain new perspectives and feel supported.
