One core theme in 'Ikigai' is balancing extensive theoretical knowledge with practical application. The author emphasizes learning from multiple disciplines and applying that knowledge to solve real-world problems. For instance, the protagonist studies social sciences, economics, and governance and approaches strategy with a rational mindset. This disciplined learning and application method is captured in the quote, 'I study social sciences, economics, governance. I am a strategist. I am trying to turn off emotions and sentiment and be rational when I study strategy.' | Héctor García | Ikigai

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Balancing Knowledge with Practicality

One core theme in 'Ikigai' is balancing extensive theoretical knowledge with practical application. The author emphasizes learning from multiple disciplines and applying that knowledge to solve real-world problems. For instance, the protagonist studies social sciences, economics, and governance and approaches strategy with a rational mindset. This disciplined learning and application method is captured in the quote, 'I study social sciences, economics, governance. I am a strategist. I am trying to turn off emotions and sentiment and be rational when I study strategy.'

-- Héctor García