充実感(じゅうじつかん)

じゅうじつかん
noun
sense of fulfillment; feeling of satisfaction
emotion
1. sense of fulfillment; feeling of satisfaction
The feeling that one's life or activities are meaningful and satisfying. A deeper sense of contentment than mere happiness.
I live each day feeling fulfilled.
I gain a sense of fulfillment from volunteer activities.
充実感(じゅうじつかん)のある生活(せいかつ)を送(おく)りたい。
I want to lead a fulfilling life.

Forms

充実(じゅうじつ) (fullness; enrichment) + 感(かん) (feeling)

Common patterns

Similar words

  • 達成感(たっせいかん): focused on completing specific goals
  • 充実感(じゅうじつかん): broader sense of life being meaningful and satisfying

Usage

Often discussed in contexts of work-life balance, personal growth, and finding meaning in life.