Do you ever feel like there’s something more? Like you’re meant for something bigger, but you’re not quite sure what it is? Ikigai Awakening, a new wellness company based in Fourways, Johannesburg, is here to help you uncover your “reason for being” – your Ikigai – and step into a life filled with purpose, joy, and connection.

Ikigai, the Japanese concept of “reason for being,” is the sweet spot where passion, purpose, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for intersect. It’s that thing that makes you jump out of bed in the morning, excited for the day ahead. And at Ikigai Awakening, they believe everyone has one.

Founded by Nerina Moodley, a certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, Grief Coach, Access Bars Practitioner and Facilitator, Ikigai Awakening offers a unique blend of life coaching, specialised grief coaching, and holistic therapies designed to guide you on your personal journey of self-discovery.

“We all have a unique purpose waiting to be uncovered,” says Nerina Moodley, Founder of Ikigai Awakening. “My own journey, especially navigating the loss of my husband, showed me the importance of finding meaning and purpose, even in the face of adversity. Ikigai Awakening is about helping others find their own light, their own reason for being, and create a life that truly resonates with them.”

Ikigai Awakening’s life coaching program helps you:

• Uncover Your Passions: What truly lights you up? What are you naturally good at?
• Define Your Purpose: What impact do you want to make on the world?
• Identify Your Values: What’s truly important to you? What do you stand for?
• Create a Roadmap: How can you bring all these elements together to create a fulfilling life?

Nerina’s personal experience led her to specialise in grief coaching, providing compassionate support and guidance for those navigating loss and seeking to rebuild their lives.

“My kids were grown up when my husband passed on and I was left devastated. It was meant to be us spending our older years together, travelling and enjoying life, and I didn’t know what to do, where to start, how to move on. And I went through various phases of searching for the answers. And landed here.”

Beyond life coaching, Ikigai Awakening offers Access Bars therapy, a gentle hands-on technique where a practitioner gently holds specific points on your head. This soothing technique activates a positive neurological response, allowing your body to release stress and restore natural healing energies. They also offer Ozone therapy – a treatment that harnesses the power of oxygen to boost your body’s natural healing processes – at their Fourways location, providing a holistic approach to wellness.

“Finding your Ikigai isn’t a destination; it’s a journey,” adds Moodley. “It’s about embracing the present moment, appreciating the small joys, and living with intention. We’re here to walk alongside you, offering the tools and support you need to create a life you love.”