Mrudula Prashant Dafne,T.Y.B.Tech. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering,MKSSS’s Cummins College of Engineering for Women,Pune
The book is about the philosophy, “Live this moment as if it will never return—because it won’t.” Rooted in Japanese culture, ichigo ichie translates to “one time, one meeting.” It’s a reminder that every encounter, every experience, is uniquely precious and unrepeatable. The authors take on a journey through this profound philosophy, drawing wisdom from Zen Buddhism and the Japanese tea ceremony. They describe the “ceremony of attention,” a practice that compels one to focus completely on the now—whether it’s the taste of tea, the company of loved ones, or the sound of rain outside. These moments, small as they may seem, are life itself. Ichigo Ichie reminds that the best moment in life isn’t some far-off dream—it’s right now. The book also carries a humbling truth: life is unpredictable. García and Miralles urge to savor the present, as if it were our last breath. It’s not a morbid thought but it’s liberating. It nudges to say the things which have been meaning to say, to laugh without holding back, and to love with our whole heart. The writing is simple yet profound, weaving stories, examples, and reflections that feel like a warm conversation with a wise friend. It doesn’t preach; it invites. It doesn’t rush; it lingers. And in doing so, it teaches to pause, reflect, and embrace the beauty of now. The best moment of your life isn’t hidden in the future or buried in the past— it’s this one, right here, right now. One should grab it and savor it to live it fully. The book urges to live intentionally and find extraordinary joy in the ordinary.