Why not meditate? Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:00:00 -0400 https://whynotmeditate.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Why not meditate? yes Support this Podcast fc251a00-1066-52d2-8b75-dc0c0ec1cb2e Masako Kozawa episodic false Are you someone who feels life is moving too fast and you can’t keep up with everything without going crazy? Or someone who has heard of benefits of meditation, but doesn’t know where to start? Or, someone who has tried it here and there, but hasn’t been able to stick to it? If so, this show is for you! Each week, host Masako Kozawa invites you to honest conversations by sharing basics of meditation, roadblocks many might encounter, practical steps to take, and how your daily practice could radically transform your life. Are you ready to learn this ancient life hack and upgrade your life? 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) meditation, mental health, mindfulness, awakening, spirituality, bio-hacking, personal development, life purpose, healing, wellness, self-actualization Masako Kozawa https://storage.buzzsprout.com/a0is7n0326cc9xnrca7htcvuoxgl?.jpg Why not meditate? https://whynotmeditate.buzzsprout.com 151. Following the breadcrumbs: What 150 conversations taught me about trusting life 151. Following the breadcrumbs: What 150 conversations taught me about trusting life After 150 conversations with meditation teachers, neuroscientists, spiritual leaders, therapists, healers, and everyday people whose lives have been transformed through meditation, I wanted to pause and reflect.

This is my first solo episode in a long time—and perhaps my most personal one yet.

This episode is less about meditation and more about what meditation has taught me about being human.

If you've ever questioned your path, wondered whether you're on the right track, or felt like life was only giving you one breadcrumb at a time, I hope this conversation reminds you that you're not behind.

Perhaps you're exactly where you need to be.

Thank you for being part of these first 150 episodes.

Here's to the next chapter!

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]]> After 150 conversations with meditation teachers, neuroscientists, spiritual leaders, therapists, healers, and everyday people whose lives have been transformed through meditation, I wanted to pause and reflect.

This is my first solo episode in a long time—and perhaps my most personal one yet.

This episode is less about meditation and more about what meditation has taught me about being human.

If you've ever questioned your path, wondered whether you're on the right track, or felt like life was only giving you one breadcrumb at a time, I hope this conversation reminds you that you're not behind.

Perhaps you're exactly where you need to be.

Thank you for being part of these first 150 episodes.

Here's to the next chapter!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-19472851 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1574 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #self-care, #self-love, #mental health, #life coaching 5 151 full false 150. How to awaken your authentic self: Meditation, energy, and embodiment - Ginger Ready 150. How to awaken your authentic self: Meditation, energy, and embodiment - Ginger Ready In this milestone Episode 150 of Why Not Meditate?, host Masako is joined by her dear soul sister, Ginger Ready — an Embodiment and Energy Coach and Reiki Practitioner devoted to helping women awaken the spiritual power already within them and step fully into their soul’s purpose.

Ginger’s approach is both grounded and expansive. She reminds us that you can be mystical and everyday. You don’t have to choose between worlds or shrink yourself to fit into one identity. Instead, you are invited to fully embody who you already are.

In this conversation, we explore what it means to awaken your authentic self, shift your energetic state, and begin living in alignment with your inner truth. We also speak about the importance of moving the body, listening inwardly, and learning to trust your intuition as a guiding force in your life.

Ginger and I also share about Rise and Reset, our collaborative early morning beach gatherings in Sarasota, Florida — where somatic movement, breathwork, and energy healing come together in nature to support deep regulation and transformation. If you’re local, we would love to welcome you to a future session.

This episode is an invitation to remember your own inner wisdom, reconnect with your body, and explore what becomes possible when you begin to live from a more embodied and authentic place.


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]]> In this milestone Episode 150 of Why Not Meditate?, host Masako is joined by her dear soul sister, Ginger Ready — an Embodiment and Energy Coach and Reiki Practitioner devoted to helping women awaken the spiritual power already within them and step fully into their soul’s purpose.

Ginger’s approach is both grounded and expansive. She reminds us that you can be mystical and everyday. You don’t have to choose between worlds or shrink yourself to fit into one identity. Instead, you are invited to fully embody who you already are.

In this conversation, we explore what it means to awaken your authentic self, shift your energetic state, and begin living in alignment with your inner truth. We also speak about the importance of moving the body, listening inwardly, and learning to trust your intuition as a guiding force in your life.

Ginger and I also share about Rise and Reset, our collaborative early morning beach gatherings in Sarasota, Florida — where somatic movement, breathwork, and energy healing come together in nature to support deep regulation and transformation. If you’re local, we would love to welcome you to a future session.

This episode is an invitation to remember your own inner wisdom, reconnect with your body, and explore what becomes possible when you begin to live from a more embodied and authentic place.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Ginger Ready Buzzsprout-19328193 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2768 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #reiki, #energy healing, #energy work, #breathwork, #somatic work, #embodiment, #consciousness 5 150 full false 149. How to trust your intuition: Grounding, energy healing, and spiritual awakening - Elizabeth Golden 149. How to trust your intuition: Grounding, energy healing, and spiritual awakening - Elizabeth Golden In this episode, Masako sits down with intuitive energy healer, Elizabeth Golden for a profound conversation about intuition, grounding, healing, and spiritual awakening.

With over two decades of experience, Elizabeth shares how her spiritual journey unfolded after meeting her teacher and how meditation, grounding, and inner healing can help us reconnect with our authentic selves and uncover our divine gifts.

Together, they explore the importance of staying grounded and present in today’s fast-moving world, how unresolved emotions can affect our wellbeing, and why true healing always begins within.

This conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and trust the wisdom already living inside of you.


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]]> In this episode, Masako sits down with intuitive energy healer, Elizabeth Golden for a profound conversation about intuition, grounding, healing, and spiritual awakening.

With over two decades of experience, Elizabeth shares how her spiritual journey unfolded after meeting her teacher and how meditation, grounding, and inner healing can help us reconnect with our authentic selves and uncover our divine gifts.

Together, they explore the importance of staying grounded and present in today’s fast-moving world, how unresolved emotions can affect our wellbeing, and why true healing always begins within.

This conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and trust the wisdom already living inside of you.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Elizabeth Golden Buzzsprout-19220321 Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2447 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #grounding, #intuitive, #energy healing, #energy healer 5 149 full false 148. How to trust your intuition: Meditation, grounding, and practical tools for clarity - Kellie Jean 148. How to trust your intuition: Meditation, grounding, and practical tools for clarity - Kellie Jean ✨ Live Breathwork Session: Join me Friday, April 17th at 10 AM Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration-3 ✨ 


In this episode, Host, Masako sits down with Kellie Jean, a Reiki practitioner with over 20 years of experience, for a grounded and inspiring conversation about intuition, energy healing, and spiritual alignment.

Kellie Jean shares her journey of following inner guidance, even when it didn’t always make logical sense, and how that trust has shaped her life and work in profound ways.

Together, they explore the importance of meditation as a daily practice for connecting with your higher self, calming the nervous system, and strengthening your intuitive awareness.


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In this episode, Host, Masako sits down with Kellie Jean, a Reiki practitioner with over 20 years of experience, for a grounded and inspiring conversation about intuition, energy healing, and spiritual alignment.

Kellie Jean shares her journey of following inner guidance, even when it didn’t always make logical sense, and how that trust has shaped her life and work in profound ways.

Together, they explore the importance of meditation as a daily practice for connecting with your higher self, calming the nervous system, and strengthening your intuitive awareness.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kellie Jean Buzzsprout-18989214 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3031 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #reiki, #grounding, #crystal, #crystal healing, #buddhist teachings, #Tara practice, #chakra healing, #chakra balancing, #energy work 5 148 full false 147. From grief to growth: A journey of awakening, healing, and inner transformation - Kathy Bogue 147. From grief to growth: A journey of awakening, healing, and inner transformation - Kathy Bogue ✨ Live Breathwork Session: Join me Sunday, March 29th at 8 PM Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration-5904 ✨


In this deeply moving episode of Why Not Meditate?, Host, Masako Kozawa sits down with Kathy Bogue, co-founder of Soul Friend Retreats, for a raw and heartfelt conversation about grief, healing, and transformation.

Kathy shares her personal journey through profound loss — and how that experience became a catalyst for awakening, self-discovery, and ultimately, a life devoted to helping others heal.

Together, they explore the power of perspective, the role of meditation in navigating emotional pain, and how even life’s most difficult moments can open the door to growth, purpose, and deeper connection.

This conversation is a reminder that healing is possible — and that within every challenge lies an opportunity to transform.


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In this deeply moving episode of Why Not Meditate?, Host, Masako Kozawa sits down with Kathy Bogue, co-founder of Soul Friend Retreats, for a raw and heartfelt conversation about grief, healing, and transformation.

Kathy shares her personal journey through profound loss — and how that experience became a catalyst for awakening, self-discovery, and ultimately, a life devoted to helping others heal.

Together, they explore the power of perspective, the role of meditation in navigating emotional pain, and how even life’s most difficult moments can open the door to growth, purpose, and deeper connection.

This conversation is a reminder that healing is possible — and that within every challenge lies an opportunity to transform.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kathy Bogue Buzzsprout-18914567 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3521 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #grief, #grief counseling, #neuroscience, #death, #loss 5 147 full false 146. The wisdom of horses: Energy, authenticity, and self-discovery - Frida Karsberg 146. The wisdom of horses: Energy, authenticity, and self-discovery - Frida Karsberg ✨ Live Breathwork Session: Join me Sunday, March 15th at 11am Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration ✨ 


In this episode of Why Not Meditate?, Host, Masako is joined by Frida Karsberg - an Equus coach, Reiki master, and intuitive guide who works with horses as partners in healing and self-discovery.

This conversation is an invitation to pause, reconnect with ourselves, and explore the subtle ways energy and authenticity shape your life and relationships.


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In this episode of Why Not Meditate?, Host, Masako is joined by Frida Karsberg - an Equus coach, Reiki master, and intuitive guide who works with horses as partners in healing and self-discovery.

This conversation is an invitation to pause, reconnect with ourselves, and explore the subtle ways energy and authenticity shape your life and relationships.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Frida Karsberg Buzzsprout-18836823 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2388 #horse, #equine coaching, #equus coaching, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #reiki, #nervous system regulation 5 146 full false 145. Reclaiming your wellness: Meditation, breathwork, & energy for transformation - Lisa Gingery Smith 145. Reclaiming your wellness: Meditation, breathwork, & energy for transformation - Lisa Gingery Smith ✨ Live Breathwork Session: Join me Sunday, March 15th at 11am Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration✨ 

In this season 5 kickoff, Masako Kozawa sits down with Lisa Gingery Smith, a wellness guide and founder of Leap Wellness, to explore how meditation, breathwork, and energy alignment form the foundation for true transformation.

This episode is perfect for anyone ready to:

  • Reclaim their wellness
  • Align body, mind, and energy through micro practices
  • Step into transformation through meditation and breathwork


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]]> ✨ Live Breathwork Session: Join me Sunday, March 15th at 11am Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration✨ 

In this season 5 kickoff, Masako Kozawa sits down with Lisa Gingery Smith, a wellness guide and founder of Leap Wellness, to explore how meditation, breathwork, and energy alignment form the foundation for true transformation.

This episode is perfect for anyone ready to:

  • Reclaim their wellness
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  • Step into transformation through meditation and breathwork


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lisa Gingery Smith Buzzsprout-18714783 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 2627 #meditation, #wellness, #wellbeing, #transformation, #nature, #walking, #physical therapy, #pain management, #alignment, #consciousness, #raising vibration, #embodiment, #healing, #spirituality 5 145 full false 144. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore self-love and new earth frequencies 144. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore self-love and new earth frequencies In the final episode of this special three-part mini-series, Host Masako and fellow Japanese healer Akiko Hoshihara explore the true meaning of self-love, the role of meditation in coming home to yourself, and what it means to embody a higher frequency as we move into a new era of consciousness.

This heartfelt conversation dives into presence, breath, energetic boundaries, and the importance of staying rooted in your body as old paradigms fall away and new earth frequencies emerge.

Whether you’re navigating your own awakening, reconnecting with your inner self, or simply curious about the energetic shifts happening collectively, this episode invites you to return to your essence with compassion and awareness.


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]]> In the final episode of this special three-part mini-series, Host Masako and fellow Japanese healer Akiko Hoshihara explore the true meaning of self-love, the role of meditation in coming home to yourself, and what it means to embody a higher frequency as we move into a new era of consciousness.

This heartfelt conversation dives into presence, breath, energetic boundaries, and the importance of staying rooted in your body as old paradigms fall away and new earth frequencies emerge.

Whether you’re navigating your own awakening, reconnecting with your inner self, or simply curious about the energetic shifts happening collectively, this episode invites you to return to your essence with compassion and awareness.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Akiko Hoshihara Buzzsprout-18259494 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 2751 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #hypnotherapy, #reiki, #Japanese healer, #5D, #ascention, #star seed, #new earth, #self-love, #self-care 4 144 full false 143. Evolution of meditation practice: Finding peace, purpose, and awakening - Kara Goodwin 143. Evolution of meditation practice: Finding peace, purpose, and awakening - Kara Goodwin In this episode, Host, Masako sits down with Kara Goodwin, a spiritual guide, author, and host of The Soul Elevation Podcast. Kara began meditating during one of the most challenging seasons of her life, simply searching for peace and stability. What she discovered, however, was a journey that would completely transform her understanding of life, spirituality, and herself.

Together, Masako and Kara explore how our meditation practice naturally evolves over time — from seeking relief to embodying awakening. Kara also shares some of the mystical experiences she’s had through meditation, as well as practical insights for deepening your own practice and navigating your spiritual awakening with grounded awareness.

Whether you’re new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this conversation is a reminder that every session is part of your evolution.


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]]> In this episode, Host, Masako sits down with Kara Goodwin, a spiritual guide, author, and host of The Soul Elevation Podcast. Kara began meditating during one of the most challenging seasons of her life, simply searching for peace and stability. What she discovered, however, was a journey that would completely transform her understanding of life, spirituality, and herself.

Together, Masako and Kara explore how our meditation practice naturally evolves over time — from seeking relief to embodying awakening. Kara also shares some of the mystical experiences she’s had through meditation, as well as practical insights for deepening your own practice and navigating your spiritual awakening with grounded awareness.

Whether you’re new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this conversation is a reminder that every session is part of your evolution.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kara Goodwin Buzzsprout-18185754 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 2692 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #ascension, #new earth 4 143 full false 142. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore inner child healing 142. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore inner child healing In this second episode of a special mini-series, "East Meets East in the West: A Dialogue between Two Japanese Women" host Masako Kozawa is joined by fellow Japanese healer, Akiko Hoshihara, to explore the topic of inner child healing.

Both Masako and Akiko grew up in Japan before moving to the U.S. in their twenties, and in this episode, they reflect on how their upbringing and cultural conditioning shaped their inner child and how reconnecting with that part of themselves has been profoundly healing.

This conversation is an invitation to reconnect with the most innocent, tender part of yourself, to listen, feel, and heal.


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]]> In this second episode of a special mini-series, "East Meets East in the West: A Dialogue between Two Japanese Women" host Masako Kozawa is joined by fellow Japanese healer, Akiko Hoshihara, to explore the topic of inner child healing.

Both Masako and Akiko grew up in Japan before moving to the U.S. in their twenties, and in this episode, they reflect on how their upbringing and cultural conditioning shaped their inner child and how reconnecting with that part of themselves has been profoundly healing.

This conversation is an invitation to reconnect with the most innocent, tender part of yourself, to listen, feel, and heal.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Akiko Hoshihara Buzzsprout-18064608 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2905 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #inner child, #hypnotherapy, #reiki, #Japanese healer, #inner child work, #age regression therapy 4 142 full false 141. Awakening and surrender: Finding stillness and healing on the divine path - Noreen Kelly 141. Awakening and surrender: Finding stillness and healing on the divine path - Noreen Kelly **Announcement**

I’ll be facilitating several breathwork journeys in Sarasota, Florida through early December, collaborating with some of my favorite local communities — including The Wellness Space, Root Collective, and Mindful Blooms Farm!

The first session is Sunday morning, October 12th: Details here

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In this episode, host Masako Kozawa sits down with Reiki master and hypnotherapist Noreen Kelly to explore the path of spiritual awakening and surrender. Together, they discuss energy healing, light language, and the power of stillness in connecting with your divine essence. 

Whether you’re walking through your own awakening or seeking to reconnect with your inner guidance, this episode invites you to soften, listen, and remember your connection to Source.


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]]> **Announcement**

I’ll be facilitating several breathwork journeys in Sarasota, Florida through early December, collaborating with some of my favorite local communities — including The Wellness Space, Root Collective, and Mindful Blooms Farm!

The first session is Sunday morning, October 12th: Details here

*****

In this episode, host Masako Kozawa sits down with Reiki master and hypnotherapist Noreen Kelly to explore the path of spiritual awakening and surrender. Together, they discuss energy healing, light language, and the power of stillness in connecting with your divine essence. 

Whether you’re walking through your own awakening or seeking to reconnect with your inner guidance, this episode invites you to soften, listen, and remember your connection to Source.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Noreen Kelly Buzzsprout-17978881 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3553 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #hypnotherapy, #reiki, #shadow work, #stillness, #light language, #Kundalini, #Kundalini awakening 4 141 full false 140. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore Reiki, energy, and healing 140. East meets East in the West: Two Japanese women explore Reiki, energy, and healing In this first episode of a special mini-series, "East meets East in the West: A dialogue between two Japanese women" host Masako Kozawa is joined by fellow Japanese healer, Akiko Hoshihara, to explore the world of Reiki and energy healing. Together, they discuss what Reiki truly is, how it connects us to universal life force energy, and why deep relaxation is the key to natural healing.

The conversation also touches on the body’s energy maps - chakras, dantians, and meridians - as well as insights from Shinto, Japan’s nature-based spirituality that sees spirit in all things.

This episode offers a heartfelt and grounded exploration of energy, healing, and the unique perspective of two Japanese women navigating life and spirituality in the West.

✨ Stay tuned for the future episodes in the series, where Masako and Akiko dive deeper into hypnotherapy, inner child healing, and self-love.


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]]> In this first episode of a special mini-series, "East meets East in the West: A dialogue between two Japanese women" host Masako Kozawa is joined by fellow Japanese healer, Akiko Hoshihara, to explore the world of Reiki and energy healing. Together, they discuss what Reiki truly is, how it connects us to universal life force energy, and why deep relaxation is the key to natural healing.

The conversation also touches on the body’s energy maps - chakras, dantians, and meridians - as well as insights from Shinto, Japan’s nature-based spirituality that sees spirit in all things.

This episode offers a heartfelt and grounded exploration of energy, healing, and the unique perspective of two Japanese women navigating life and spirituality in the West.

✨ Stay tuned for the future episodes in the series, where Masako and Akiko dive deeper into hypnotherapy, inner child healing, and self-love.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Akiko Hoshihara Buzzsprout-17944902 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2784 #reiki, #life force energy, #chakra, #energy healing, #Japanese healers, #Japanese tradition, #meditation, #shinto teachings, #consciousness, #evolution, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #embodiment, #wisdom, #eastern philosophy 4 140 full false 139. From suffering to liberation: How Buddhist wisdom and meditation bring the Noble Truths alive - Zachary Pontrello 139. From suffering to liberation: How Buddhist wisdom and meditation bring the Noble Truths alive - Zachary Pontrello What morals and virtues guide the way you move through daily life? Do you have a framework that helps you navigate challenges and see the world through a clearer lens?

In today’s episode, we welcome Zachary Pontrello, an embodied leadership coach and meditation guide.

With more than a decade of study in ancient traditions, esoteric philosophy, and transformational psychology, Zachary has taught meditation to hundreds of people around the world. His work helps others reconnect with their inner compass and lead from a grounded, heart-centered place. He weaves together storytelling, mythic frameworks, and practical tools, by bridging the timeless and the modern to inspire deep, lasting transformation.

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]]> What morals and virtues guide the way you move through daily life? Do you have a framework that helps you navigate challenges and see the world through a clearer lens?

In today’s episode, we welcome Zachary Pontrello, an embodied leadership coach and meditation guide.

With more than a decade of study in ancient traditions, esoteric philosophy, and transformational psychology, Zachary has taught meditation to hundreds of people around the world. His work helps others reconnect with their inner compass and lead from a grounded, heart-centered place. He weaves together storytelling, mythic frameworks, and practical tools, by bridging the timeless and the modern to inspire deep, lasting transformation.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Zachary Pontrello Buzzsprout-17829063 Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2437 #meditation, #buddhist teachings, #suffering, #liberation, #consciousness, #evolution, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #leadership, #coach, #embodiment, #wisdom, #eastern philosophy 4 139 full false 138. Integrating therapy, meditation, and fun for true well-being - Maria Luedeke 138. Integrating therapy, meditation, and fun for true well-being - Maria Luedeke In this episode, we welcome Maria Luedeke, psychotherapist and co-founder of The Wellness Space, Sarasota, Florida. We explore how integrating therapy, meditation, and journaling can support healing, resilience, and authentic growth. Maria also shares why fun and play are essential for well-being, and how to bring these practices into everyday life.


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]]> In this episode, we welcome Maria Luedeke, psychotherapist and co-founder of The Wellness Space, Sarasota, Florida. We explore how integrating therapy, meditation, and journaling can support healing, resilience, and authentic growth. Maria also shares why fun and play are essential for well-being, and how to bring these practices into everyday life.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Maria Ludeke Buzzsprout-17752864 Fri, 29 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2270 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #self-care, #self-love, #mental health, #intrinsic meditation, #psychotherapy, #coaching, #journaling 4 138 full false 137. Embody your meditation: Turning inner practice into real life transformation - Kyle  Schauenberg 137. Embody your meditation: Turning inner practice into real life transformation - Kyle  Schauenberg In this inspiring episode, we welcome meditation and yoga teacher Kyle Schauenberg, co-founder of The Wellness Space in Sarasota, Florida. Kyle shares how the Instinctive Meditation approach helped her navigate chronic anxiety, embrace motherhood with presence, and turn her dream of creating a healing sanctuary into a reality.

We explore how to make meditation a lived, embodied practice; meeting anxiety with self-compassion and awareness; why connecting from within changes everything; turning inner visions into real-world impact; and the healing power of welcoming all parts of yourself in meditation.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that meditation isn’t just what you do. It’s something you live.

Stay tuned for the next episode featuring Maria, Kyle’s co-founder at The Wellness Space!


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]]> In this inspiring episode, we welcome meditation and yoga teacher Kyle Schauenberg, co-founder of The Wellness Space in Sarasota, Florida. Kyle shares how the Instinctive Meditation approach helped her navigate chronic anxiety, embrace motherhood with presence, and turn her dream of creating a healing sanctuary into a reality.

We explore how to make meditation a lived, embodied practice; meeting anxiety with self-compassion and awareness; why connecting from within changes everything; turning inner visions into real-world impact; and the healing power of welcoming all parts of yourself in meditation.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that meditation isn’t just what you do. It’s something you live.

Stay tuned for the next episode featuring Maria, Kyle’s co-founder at The Wellness Space!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kyle Schauenberg Buzzsprout-17674195 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2635 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #inner child, #self-care, #self-love, #chronic anxiety, #mental health, #intrinsic meditation, #life transformation, #conscious parenting 4 137 full false 136. How to escape the fear matrix and awaken to your soul’s calling - Sat Devbir 136. How to escape the fear matrix and awaken to your soul’s calling - Sat Devbir In this powerful continuation of the host, Masako's conversation with the incredible Sat Devbir, international teacher, speaker, coach, energy healer, and co-founder of Mansion of the Heart University, we explore what it means to truly awaken and embody your soul’s calling.

✨ In this episode, we discuss:

  • Why trust is the ultimate life hack
  • How to liberate yourself from the fear matrix
  • The soul's journey and the purpose behind life's challenges
  • How to reconnect with your inner guidance
  • What it means to be resourced by Source
  • The importance of stillness, humility, and spiritual curiosity

Sat reminds us that we are eternal beings, deeply connected to Source, and that every challenge we face has meaning and purpose in our soul’s evolution.

This episode is for the inner truth seekers, the spiritually curious, and those who feel the pull to step into deeper alignment.


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]]> In this powerful continuation of the host, Masako's conversation with the incredible Sat Devbir, international teacher, speaker, coach, energy healer, and co-founder of Mansion of the Heart University, we explore what it means to truly awaken and embody your soul’s calling.

✨ In this episode, we discuss:

  • Why trust is the ultimate life hack
  • How to liberate yourself from the fear matrix
  • The soul's journey and the purpose behind life's challenges
  • How to reconnect with your inner guidance
  • What it means to be resourced by Source
  • The importance of stillness, humility, and spiritual curiosity

Sat reminds us that we are eternal beings, deeply connected to Source, and that every challenge we face has meaning and purpose in our soul’s evolution.

This episode is for the inner truth seekers, the spiritually curious, and those who feel the pull to step into deeper alignment.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sat Devbir Buzzsprout-17596041 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2042 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #5D, #ascention, #star seed, #galactics, #new earth, #life purpose, #life mission, #soul's calling, #calling 4 136 full false 135. Stillness leads to clarity: Meditate, surrender, and step into your purpose - Sat Devbir 135. Stillness leads to clarity: Meditate, surrender, and step into your purpose - Sat Devbir In this episode, Sat Devbir shares his remarkable spiritual journey from being an extrasensory child to becoming a spiritual teacher. He describes how following an inner voice led him to discover meditation, work with crystals, engage in yoga teacher training, and ultimately transition from a high-stress career in sales and marketing to a fulfilling path as a spiritual healer. He shares insights on the practical benefits of meditation and how it helps in downregulating the nervous system, fostering personal growth, and receiving guidance from the universe. 


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]]> In this episode, Sat Devbir shares his remarkable spiritual journey from being an extrasensory child to becoming a spiritual teacher. He describes how following an inner voice led him to discover meditation, work with crystals, engage in yoga teacher training, and ultimately transition from a high-stress career in sales and marketing to a fulfilling path as a spiritual healer. He shares insights on the practical benefits of meditation and how it helps in downregulating the nervous system, fostering personal growth, and receiving guidance from the universe. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sat Devbir Buzzsprout-17524108 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1741 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #spiritual guides, #surrender, #soul's mission, #life purpose 4 135 full false 134. How to discover your soul’s purpose and embody abundance & authenticity - Michael Thornhill 134. How to discover your soul’s purpose and embody abundance & authenticity - Michael Thornhill What is your soul's calling? Why are you here?

In this episode, we explore the journey of discovering your soul’s calling with Michael Thornhill, co-founder of Inner Truth Seekers. We talk about the role of meditation in awakening, how to navigate life transitions when your purpose becomes clear, and how to embody both abundance and authenticity. If you’re feeling called to live in greater alignment with your true self, this conversation is for you.


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In this episode, we explore the journey of discovering your soul’s calling with Michael Thornhill, co-founder of Inner Truth Seekers. We talk about the role of meditation in awakening, how to navigate life transitions when your purpose becomes clear, and how to embody both abundance and authenticity. If you’re feeling called to live in greater alignment with your true self, this conversation is for you.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Michael Thornhill Buzzsprout-17447067 Fri, 04 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3063 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #trauma informed, #inner child work, #trauma work, #ascention, #inner truth, #soul's purpose, #life purpose 4 134 full false 133. When life stops working - It’s time to come back to your heart - Marie Viola 133. When life stops working - It’s time to come back to your heart - Marie Viola In this episode, host Masako interviews Marie Viola, a seasoned Reiki practitioner and the creator of the Sacred Activators card deck. Marie shares her spiritual journey, how her path through meditation and Reiki led to the creation of high-frequency healing tools designed to support deep energetic alignment. 

They explore the power of living from the heart and how individual inner peace can contribute to collective transformation. The episode concludes with a beautiful, guided meditation led by Marie to help you connect with your heart, where all the answers already reside.


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]]> In this episode, host Masako interviews Marie Viola, a seasoned Reiki practitioner and the creator of the Sacred Activators card deck. Marie shares her spiritual journey, how her path through meditation and Reiki led to the creation of high-frequency healing tools designed to support deep energetic alignment. 

They explore the power of living from the heart and how individual inner peace can contribute to collective transformation. The episode concludes with a beautiful, guided meditation led by Marie to help you connect with your heart, where all the answers already reside.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Marie Viola Buzzsprout-17366671 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2440 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #inner child, #reiki, #inner child work, #5D, #ascension, #new earth 4 133 full false 132. Embracing your soul’s assignment: Why you reincarnated now - Akiko Hoshihara 132. Embracing your soul’s assignment: Why you reincarnated now - Akiko Hoshihara In this second half of the interview with Akiko Hoshihara, a gifted healer of Reiki, hypnotherapy, and intuitive readings, delves into her experiences and understanding of being a star seed: a soul originating from other star systems. She discusses the unique qualities and sensitivities of star seeds, their cosmic origins, and their role in aiding human consciousness during Earth's ascension. 

Akiko also shares her personal journey, including past life memories from Orion and Pleiades, and the profound healing and wisdom she has gained. She explains her work with clients involving trauma healing and connection to higher selves, providing valuable insights on living a purposeful life infused with light and love.

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]]> In this second half of the interview with Akiko Hoshihara, a gifted healer of Reiki, hypnotherapy, and intuitive readings, delves into her experiences and understanding of being a star seed: a soul originating from other star systems. She discusses the unique qualities and sensitivities of star seeds, their cosmic origins, and their role in aiding human consciousness during Earth's ascension. 

Akiko also shares her personal journey, including past life memories from Orion and Pleiades, and the profound healing and wisdom she has gained. She explains her work with clients involving trauma healing and connection to higher selves, providing valuable insights on living a purposeful life infused with light and love.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Akiko Hoshihara Buzzsprout-17284092 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1688 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #inner child, #hypnotherapy, #reiki, #Japanese healer, #inner child work, #trauma work, #5D, #ascention, #star seed, #galactics, #new earth 4 132 full false 131. Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healing - Akiko Hoshihara 131. Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healing - Akiko Hoshihara In this episode, the host, Masako, is joined by Akiko Hoshihara—a gifted healer blending Reiki, hypnotherapy, and intuitive readings. Akiko shares her personal spiritual awakening journey and how life’s challenges became gateways to deeper self-discovery and soul-aligned purpose.

The conversation expands into the non-linear nature of awakening, the activation of intuitive gifts, connecting with the Higher Self, and the power of inner child and past life healing. Akiko also reminds us that even when the journey feels lonely, we are never truly alone—and our soul tribe will find us along the way.

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]]> In this episode, the host, Masako, is joined by Akiko Hoshihara—a gifted healer blending Reiki, hypnotherapy, and intuitive readings. Akiko shares her personal spiritual awakening journey and how life’s challenges became gateways to deeper self-discovery and soul-aligned purpose.

The conversation expands into the non-linear nature of awakening, the activation of intuitive gifts, connecting with the Higher Self, and the power of inner child and past life healing. Akiko also reminds us that even when the journey feels lonely, we are never truly alone—and our soul tribe will find us along the way.

This is part one of the conversation—stay tuned for part two in the coming weeks!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Akiko Hoshihara Buzzsprout-17212336 Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2416 #awakening, #spiritual awakening, #spiritual journey, #meditation, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #inner child, #hypnotherapy, #reiki, #Japanese healer, #inner child work, #trauma work, #5D, #ascention 4 131 full false 130. Finding the medicine within: A sacred journey to inner peace, gut health, and life purpose - Sharon Juraszek 130. Finding the medicine within: A sacred journey to inner peace, gut health, and life purpose - Sharon Juraszek In this sacred conversation, we explore the deep wisdom of the body, the healing power of meditation, and the quiet medicine that lives within us all. Our guest, Dr. Sharon Juraszek, is a doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine, founder of Fermentlicious, and the visionary behind Happy Bellies Mater INC. She shares her personal healing journey, including reversing Hashimoto’s, and her passion for the mind-gut connection, conscious food practices, and the transformative power of presence.

Sharon speaks to how meditation became an anchor on her healing path, helping her listen to her inner whisper and align with a deeper sense of purpose. From cultivating gut health to building mindful communities, she reminds us that true wellness begins within.

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]]> In this sacred conversation, we explore the deep wisdom of the body, the healing power of meditation, and the quiet medicine that lives within us all. Our guest, Dr. Sharon Juraszek, is a doctor of Ayurvedic Medicine, founder of Fermentlicious, and the visionary behind Happy Bellies Mater INC. She shares her personal healing journey, including reversing Hashimoto’s, and her passion for the mind-gut connection, conscious food practices, and the transformative power of presence.

Sharon speaks to how meditation became an anchor on her healing path, helping her listen to her inner whisper and align with a deeper sense of purpose. From cultivating gut health to building mindful communities, she reminds us that true wellness begins within.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sharon Juraszek Buzzsprout-17072978 Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3192 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #self-care, #mind-gut connection, #yoga, #Ayurvedic Medicine, #Ayurveda, #fermented food, #healing food, #sauerkraut, #organic food, #autoimmune disease, #hashimoto's 4 130 full false 129. The body knows: Meditation, healing, and the path to self-discovery - Sintia Mazon 129. The body knows: Meditation, healing, and the path to self-discovery - Sintia Mazon In this episode, host Masako interviews Sintia Mazon, a practitioner based in Istanbul, Turkey, with an extensive background in holistic health and meditation. 

Sintia narrates her transformative journey from co-owning a computer learning center until 2000 to pivoting towards holistic healing practices. Initially skeptical, she was introduced to Reiki and subsequently immersed herself in various forms of energy healing, breathwork, and meditation. 

Sintia emphasizes the importance of curiosity, self-awareness, and staying present. Masako also shares her own experience of transitioning from a corporate career to exploring more meaningful pursuits, receiving advice from Sintia. The discussion underscores the significance of meditation, journaling, and following one's excitements as a path to personal fulfillment and professional discovery.


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]]> In this episode, host Masako interviews Sintia Mazon, a practitioner based in Istanbul, Turkey, with an extensive background in holistic health and meditation. 

Sintia narrates her transformative journey from co-owning a computer learning center until 2000 to pivoting towards holistic healing practices. Initially skeptical, she was introduced to Reiki and subsequently immersed herself in various forms of energy healing, breathwork, and meditation. 

Sintia emphasizes the importance of curiosity, self-awareness, and staying present. Masako also shares her own experience of transitioning from a corporate career to exploring more meaningful pursuits, receiving advice from Sintia. The discussion underscores the significance of meditation, journaling, and following one's excitements as a path to personal fulfillment and professional discovery.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sintia Mazon Buzzsprout-16998816 Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2522 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #journaling, #people pleasing, #inner child, #self-care, #self-love 4 129 full false 128. Finding home within: A journey from addiction to awakening - Kristine Casart 128. Finding home within: A journey from addiction to awakening - Kristine Casart What is your unconventional addiction? Is it certain food, dysfunctional relationships, dramas, overworking, or mindlessly scrolling through social media? No judgment, we all have at least one thing that we use in order to soothe and numb ourselves. 

In this episode, an author, photographer, and certified life coach, Kristine Casart, shares her inspiring journey of traveling the world, seeking a sense of belonging, and healing from childhood trauma and codependency. 

In her recently published book, 'The Unconditional Addict: A Guide to Healing, Transformation, and Living with Purpose,' she explores unconventional forms of addiction and discusses how meditation has helped her create mental space, break free from addictive behaviors, and find inner peace. 


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]]> What is your unconventional addiction? Is it certain food, dysfunctional relationships, dramas, overworking, or mindlessly scrolling through social media? No judgment, we all have at least one thing that we use in order to soothe and numb ourselves. 

In this episode, an author, photographer, and certified life coach, Kristine Casart, shares her inspiring journey of traveling the world, seeking a sense of belonging, and healing from childhood trauma and codependency. 

In her recently published book, 'The Unconditional Addict: A Guide to Healing, Transformation, and Living with Purpose,' she explores unconventional forms of addiction and discusses how meditation has helped her create mental space, break free from addictive behaviors, and find inner peace. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kristine Casart Buzzsprout-16913118 Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2924 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #addiction, #sobriety, #journaling, #life coach, #codependency, #people pleasing, #inner child, #self-care 4 128 full false 127. Guiding the path to embodied ascension and true freedom - Waxela Sananda 127. Guiding the path to embodied ascension and true freedom - Waxela Sananda In this episode of the Why Not Meditate? podcast, host Masako welcomes Waxela Sananda, a spiritual teacher with extensive experience in meditation, ascension, and breathwork. 

Waxela shares her journey from childhood meditation experiences to advanced spiritual practices, including working with Dr. Joe Dispenza and shamanic training. She discusses the concept of embodied ascension, the importance of integrating spirituality into daily life, and her own path to balancing work, personal growth, and freedom. 

Throughout the conversation, Waxela emphasizes the value of following one's soul's calling and the non-attachment to productivity and external validation. The episode offers deep insights into the transformative power of meditation and spiritual practices.


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]]> In this episode of the Why Not Meditate? podcast, host Masako welcomes Waxela Sananda, a spiritual teacher with extensive experience in meditation, ascension, and breathwork. 

Waxela shares her journey from childhood meditation experiences to advanced spiritual practices, including working with Dr. Joe Dispenza and shamanic training. She discusses the concept of embodied ascension, the importance of integrating spirituality into daily life, and her own path to balancing work, personal growth, and freedom. 

Throughout the conversation, Waxela emphasizes the value of following one's soul's calling and the non-attachment to productivity and external validation. The episode offers deep insights into the transformative power of meditation and spiritual practices.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Waxela Sananda Buzzsprout-16831192 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3319 #meditation, #Dr Joe Dispenza, #ascension, #expansion of consciousness, #consciousness, #raising vibration, #sovereignty, #soul's calling, #embodied ascension, #embodiment, #healing, #manifestation, #transformation, #spirituality 4 127 full false 126. The power of meditation: A journey of love, healing, and transformation - Vivie Bishop & Hans Hoogeveen 126. The power of meditation: A journey of love, healing, and transformation - Vivie Bishop & Hans Hoogeveen **Announcement**

A collection of my photography work is currently on display at Pastry Art Café in Sarasota, Florida, through the end of May. If you’re in town, I hope you’ll stop by and see it in person! You can also view all the pieces here.

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In this episode, Vivie Bishop and Hans Hoogeveen share their transformative journeys with meditation, their serendipitous meeting, and evolving spiritual practices. Vivie discusses her extensive experience with Dr Joe Dispenza's meditations, which led to meeting Hans, while Hans recounts his own meditative experiences and the incredible impact on his work as a craniosacral therapist. Together, they founded the Opt for Light Rejuvenation Center in Sarasota, FL, where they offer various healing modalities, including spiritual coaching, craniosacral therapy, and one of a kind Zazen Scalar Lounge. 


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]]> **Announcement**

A collection of my photography work is currently on display at Pastry Art Café in Sarasota, Florida, through the end of May. If you’re in town, I hope you’ll stop by and see it in person! You can also view all the pieces here.

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In this episode, Vivie Bishop and Hans Hoogeveen share their transformative journeys with meditation, their serendipitous meeting, and evolving spiritual practices. Vivie discusses her extensive experience with Dr Joe Dispenza's meditations, which led to meeting Hans, while Hans recounts his own meditative experiences and the incredible impact on his work as a craniosacral therapist. Together, they founded the Opt for Light Rejuvenation Center in Sarasota, FL, where they offer various healing modalities, including spiritual coaching, craniosacral therapy, and one of a kind Zazen Scalar Lounge. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Vivie Bishop / Hans Hoogeveen Buzzsprout-16748198 Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0600 2456 #meditation, #Dr Joe Dispenza, #cranio sacral therapy, #EFT tapping, #Zazen Scalar Energy, #Nikola Tesla, #healing, #manifestation, #transformation, #spirituality 4 126 full false 125. Navigating the unknown: Meditation, Shamanism, and Inner Transformation - Chetna Lawless 125. Navigating the unknown: Meditation, Shamanism, and Inner Transformation - Chetna Lawless Navigating the new unknown, anyone? 

In this episode, we welcome Chetna Lawless, a modern day mystic, healer, and shaman. Having embraced her intuitive gifts since childhood, Chetna discusses the importance of meditation in accessing intuitive abilities and details her journey through various cultural experiences, including Japan, which profoundly affected her meditative practices. 

We delve into the relationship between meditation, shamanic work, and personal transformation, offering practical advice for those starting their meditation journey. Chetna emphasizes the role of stillness, the transformative potential of personal inquiry, and how meditation helps in navigating life's chaos. She also shares insights on spiritual growth, manifestation, and the importance of tuning into one's inner voice and intuitive self.


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In this episode, we welcome Chetna Lawless, a modern day mystic, healer, and shaman. Having embraced her intuitive gifts since childhood, Chetna discusses the importance of meditation in accessing intuitive abilities and details her journey through various cultural experiences, including Japan, which profoundly affected her meditative practices. 

We delve into the relationship between meditation, shamanic work, and personal transformation, offering practical advice for those starting their meditation journey. Chetna emphasizes the role of stillness, the transformative potential of personal inquiry, and how meditation helps in navigating life's chaos. She also shares insights on spiritual growth, manifestation, and the importance of tuning into one's inner voice and intuitive self.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Chetna Lawless Buzzsprout-16666225 Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 3153 #meditation, #spirituality, #shamanism, #awakening, #transformation, #healing, #authenticity, #spiritual gifts, #self-actualization, #enlightenment 4 125 full false 124. Exploring inner consciousness on the path to enlightenment - Catherine Corona 124. Exploring inner consciousness on the path to enlightenment - Catherine Corona In this episode of the 'Why Not Meditate' podcast, Dr. Catherine Corona discusses her over 60-year-long journey with meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual practices. 

Catherine elaborates on different levels of consciousness, the impact of spiritual practices on personal growth, and practical ways to integrate mindfulness into everyday life. 


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]]> In this episode of the 'Why Not Meditate' podcast, Dr. Catherine Corona discusses her over 60-year-long journey with meditation, mindfulness, and spiritual practices. 

Catherine elaborates on different levels of consciousness, the impact of spiritual practices on personal growth, and practical ways to integrate mindfulness into everyday life. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Catherine Corona Buzzsprout-16579168 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 3455 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #manifestation, #levels of consciousness, #mysticism, #enlightenment, #spiritual journey 4 124 full false 123. Letting go of old self-identity and embracing life’s flow - A year of transformation (Part 2 of 2) 123. Letting go of old self-identity and embracing life’s flow - A year of transformation (Part 2 of 2) In this special season premiere episode, the host Masako swaps roles from interviewer to interviewee, sharing the profound shifts and manifestations in her life throughout 2024.

The interviewer, John Chao and Masako reflect on the transformative power of trusting the unknown and embracing life's uncertainties, especially in the context of finding a life partner and pursuing creative passions. The conversation highlights the journey of integrating a new partner into family life and shedding the old identity of a single mom. The episode also underscores the significance of personal responsibility, patience, and surrendering to the universe's timing to create new, fulfilling realities.

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]]> In this special season premiere episode, the host Masako swaps roles from interviewer to interviewee, sharing the profound shifts and manifestations in her life throughout 2024.

The interviewer, John Chao and Masako reflect on the transformative power of trusting the unknown and embracing life's uncertainties, especially in the context of finding a life partner and pursuing creative passions. The conversation highlights the journey of integrating a new partner into family life and shedding the old identity of a single mom. The episode also underscores the significance of personal responsibility, patience, and surrendering to the universe's timing to create new, fulfilling realities.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / John Chao Buzzsprout-16492227 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1765 #finding the one, #self-identity, #letting go, #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #self-actualization, #life coach, #manifestation 4 123 full false 122. Following intuition and manifesting magic: A year of transformation (Part 1 of 2) 122. Following intuition and manifesting magic: A year of transformation (Part 1 of 2) In this special season premiere episode, the host Masako swaps roles from interviewer to interviewee, sharing the profound shifts and manifestations in her life throughout 2024.

Guided by her intuition, she reflects on attending Dr. Joe Dispenza retreats, meeting her life partner, and embracing new roles such as a breathwork facilitator. The interviewer, John Chao and Masako discuss the importance of courage in following one's intuition and embracing discomfort and change.

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]]> In this special season premiere episode, the host Masako swaps roles from interviewer to interviewee, sharing the profound shifts and manifestations in her life throughout 2024.

Guided by her intuition, she reflects on attending Dr. Joe Dispenza retreats, meeting her life partner, and embracing new roles such as a breathwork facilitator. The interviewer, John Chao and Masako discuss the importance of courage in following one's intuition and embracing discomfort and change.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / John Chao Buzzsprout-16410757 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1720 #meditation, #mindfulness, #self-actualization, #coaching, #life coach, #empowerment coach, #relationship, #single parenting, #midlife, #divine connection, #intuition, #courage, #Dr Joe Dispenza, #manifestation 4 122 full false 121. Transform your life with the power of your breath and words - Kyle Smith 121. Transform your life with the power of your breath and words - Kyle Smith As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our achievements and set our intentions for the year ahead. To help you do just that, today's guest, Kyle Smith, is hosting a complimentary 90-minute workshop that blends storywork with breathwork. Kyle is a coach and a developer of NLSE, Neuro Linguistic Somatic Experience.

This workshop will guide you inward to celebrate your wins, awaken the full spectrum of your accomplishments, and unlock the potential that resides within you. Through a unique technique of storytelling and breathwork, you will be ready to step into the new year with clarity and confidence.


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]]> As we approach the end of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our achievements and set our intentions for the year ahead. To help you do just that, today's guest, Kyle Smith, is hosting a complimentary 90-minute workshop that blends storywork with breathwork. Kyle is a coach and a developer of NLSE, Neuro Linguistic Somatic Experience.

This workshop will guide you inward to celebrate your wins, awaken the full spectrum of your accomplishments, and unlock the potential that resides within you. Through a unique technique of storytelling and breathwork, you will be ready to step into the new year with clarity and confidence.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kyle Smith Buzzsprout-16150200 Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2704 #meditation, #breathwork, #mindfulness, #NLP, #storywork, #consciousness, #healing, #personal development, #professional development, #life coach 3 121 full true 120. Heal your chronic pain with meditation and breathwork - Elizabeth Kipp 120. Heal your chronic pain with meditation and breathwork - Elizabeth Kipp Do you experience chronic pain? Do you know anybody who has chronic pain? If that’s you, today’s episode with a stress management and historical trauma specialist, Elizabeth Kipp, is going to be life changing. 

Having healed herself from over 40 years of chronic pain through meditation and breathwork, now she guides others to unleash their own healing power, find freedom from suffering, and live a thriving life. 

If you have a loved one who suffers from chronic pain, share this episode with them. This is going to be the best gift that you can ever give to them!

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Having healed herself from over 40 years of chronic pain through meditation and breathwork, now she guides others to unleash their own healing power, find freedom from suffering, and live a thriving life. 

If you have a loved one who suffers from chronic pain, share this episode with them. This is going to be the best gift that you can ever give to them!

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Elizabeth Kipp Buzzsprout-16054263 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2667 #chronic pain, #meditation, #breathwork, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental wellness, #nervous system regulation 3 120 full false 119. How to master your mind & body and transform your life - Jeff Patterson 119. How to master your mind & body and transform your life - Jeff Patterson **Announcement**
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Are you frazzled with all the chaos that is happening around you? Do you feel like your life is somehow out of balance? Maybe you feel like your life journey has hit the invisible wall, and you don't know how to overcome it.

If you are going through any of the above-mentioned experiences, this episode is for you!

In this episode, Jeff Patterson, the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior program, shares his own journey and the wisdom he has gained through practicing and teaching the meditative and martial arts for over 36 years and working with over 25,000 students.


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Are you frazzled with all the chaos that is happening around you? Do you feel like your life is somehow out of balance? Maybe you feel like your life journey has hit the invisible wall, and you don't know how to overcome it.

If you are going through any of the above-mentioned experiences, this episode is for you!

In this episode, Jeff Patterson, the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior program, shares his own journey and the wisdom he has gained through practicing and teaching the meditative and martial arts for over 36 years and working with over 25,000 students.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Jeff Patterson Buzzsprout-15939043 Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2501 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental wellness, #personal development, #martial arts, #Qi Gong, #Tai Chi, #meditative arts 3 119 full false 118. How to become a better artist - Enzo Dal Verme 118. How to become a better artist - Enzo Dal Verme **Announcement**
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How do you take a better picture? How do you become a better photographer? A better artist? The secret ingredient is... you know it... MEDITATION!

Enzo Dal Verme is an Italian portrait photographer whose works have been published in many international magazines, such as Vanity Fair, Vogue, The Times, GQ, Elle, Glamour, and Marie Claire, to name a few.

On top of his glorious photography career, Enzo has been an avid meditator for over 30 years. He has experienced many benefits on his journey as a photographer, and in this conversation, we will deep dive into how meditation helps you to become a better photographer and a better artist.
 

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How do you take a better picture? How do you become a better photographer? A better artist? The secret ingredient is... you know it... MEDITATION!

Enzo Dal Verme is an Italian portrait photographer whose works have been published in many international magazines, such as Vanity Fair, Vogue, The Times, GQ, Elle, Glamour, and Marie Claire, to name a few.

On top of his glorious photography career, Enzo has been an avid meditator for over 30 years. He has experienced many benefits on his journey as a photographer, and in this conversation, we will deep dive into how meditation helps you to become a better photographer and a better artist.
 

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Enzo Dal Verme Buzzsprout-15823859 Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2013 #meditation, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental wellness, #personal development, #artist, #creativity, #creative process, #photographer 3 118 full false 117. The most important question you need to ask yourself - Solo episode 117. The most important question you need to ask yourself - Solo episode **Announcement**
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Knowing what you want in life isn't enough to get there. There is one critical question you need to ask yourself and answer to yourself. In this solo episode, the host Masako shares her personal experiences in shifting her reality by asking herself this one important question.

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-15745446 Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 816 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #mindfulness, #empowerment, #self-identity, #personal development, #consciousness, #create your reality 3 117 full false 116. Why this is such an important lifetime for you - Nancy Adele 116. Why this is such an important lifetime for you - Nancy Adele Do you ever wonder why you are here at this specific time in the history of mankind? Maybe there is a bigger purpose than just surviving through all sorts of chaos that seem to be happening in the world today.

In this episode, a co-founder of SoulfulWaves, a Humanity-Focused Energy Enhancement Healing Center, Nancy Adele, shares her experiences with Spirit she's been having since a young age and the message she receives from her Guides. Nancy is a registered nurse, Reiki master teacher, channel, intuitive reader, and published author of "This is a very important lifetime for you".

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]]> Do you ever wonder why you are here at this specific time in the history of mankind? Maybe there is a bigger purpose than just surviving through all sorts of chaos that seem to be happening in the world today.

In this episode, a co-founder of SoulfulWaves, a Humanity-Focused Energy Enhancement Healing Center, Nancy Adele, shares her experiences with Spirit she's been having since a young age and the message she receives from her Guides. Nancy is a registered nurse, Reiki master teacher, channel, intuitive reader, and published author of "This is a very important lifetime for you".

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Nancy Adele Buzzsprout-15666338 Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2821 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #personal development, #energy enhancement system, #jason shurka, #channel, #psychic medium, #intuitive, #divine feminine, #spiritual guidance, #spiritual coach 3 116 full false 115. Align your life with your values and watch it bloom - Sophie Wettstein 115. Align your life with your values and watch it bloom - Sophie Wettstein The era of shrinking or distorting ourselves into a certain existing career field or lifestyle is over. As our collective consciousness continues to elevate and evolve, many of us are no longer resonating with the limited lifestyle in the matrix. And at the same time, many of us are wondering how we can exit the matrix and live out our highest potential. 

In this episode, the founder, owner, and florist of Mindful Blooms Farm, Sophie Wettstein shares her journey of starting the flower farm by looking within and listening to what is true for herself, rather than deciding what is possible by looking to the world around her. 

Three short years later, she and her farm have been named as one of the best local florists of 2024 by “SRQ Magazine”, as well as featured on the cover of the “edible Sarasota” Magazine. 



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]]> The era of shrinking or distorting ourselves into a certain existing career field or lifestyle is over. As our collective consciousness continues to elevate and evolve, many of us are no longer resonating with the limited lifestyle in the matrix. And at the same time, many of us are wondering how we can exit the matrix and live out our highest potential. 

In this episode, the founder, owner, and florist of Mindful Blooms Farm, Sophie Wettstein shares her journey of starting the flower farm by looking within and listening to what is true for herself, rather than deciding what is possible by looking to the world around her. 

Three short years later, she and her farm have been named as one of the best local florists of 2024 by “SRQ Magazine”, as well as featured on the cover of the “edible Sarasota” Magazine. 



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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sophie Wettstein Buzzsprout-15591040 Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2678 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental health, #personal development, #self-actualization, #exiting the matrix, #new earth, #calling, #following your bliss 3 115 full false 114. Do not meditate. Instead, just be meditative. - Ian Kennedy 114. Do not meditate. Instead, just be meditative. - Ian Kennedy "Meditation is not something you try to DO. Instead, it is a state to BE."

Ian Kennedy, a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, is a dedicated advocate for health and wellness, with a special focus on emotional regulation. From his early days as an Army medic and working with individuals facing mental and physical challenges, Ian has demonstrated extraordinary patience and compassion. His journey in martial arts led him to become a teacher and eventually establish his own martial arts school, where he thrived in helping students overcome mental boundaries and physical limitations.

Ian's exploration of holistic health included studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, muscle response testing, and European BioRegulatory Medicine. 19 years ago, he co-founded The True Wellness Center with his wife Kelly, where they assist people in achieving optimal health. 

In this episode, he shares his journey and wisdom about what meditation truly means. 


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Ian Kennedy, a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, is a dedicated advocate for health and wellness, with a special focus on emotional regulation. From his early days as an Army medic and working with individuals facing mental and physical challenges, Ian has demonstrated extraordinary patience and compassion. His journey in martial arts led him to become a teacher and eventually establish his own martial arts school, where he thrived in helping students overcome mental boundaries and physical limitations.

Ian's exploration of holistic health included studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, muscle response testing, and European BioRegulatory Medicine. 19 years ago, he co-founded The True Wellness Center with his wife Kelly, where they assist people in achieving optimal health. 

In this episode, he shares his journey and wisdom about what meditation truly means. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Ian Kennedy Buzzsprout-15516696 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3489 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening, #wisdom, #emotional regulation, #European Bioregulatory Medicine 3 114 full false 113. How much do you love yourself? - Kelly Kennedy (2 of 2) 113. How much do you love yourself? - Kelly Kennedy (2 of 2) Listen to the first part (Episode 112) here

How well does your life flow? How conscious are you with your breaths? And ultimately, how much do you love yourself...?

In the part 2 of this 2 part series, we welcome back a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, Kelly Kennedy, and dive deep into how we can uncover our true purpose in life.

Kelly’s career in medicine started with a more traditional, allopathic approach, but that changed after she experienced several traumatic events, which made her realize that there’s got to be a better way than just taking medications and undergoing surgeries. For the last 27 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to uncovering answers to healing through alternative therapies, including bio-regulatory medicine, energy medicine, and somatic work. For the past 19 years, she and her husband have been treating clients at their clinic, called The True Wellness Center, located in Pennsylvania.


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How well does your life flow? How conscious are you with your breaths? And ultimately, how much do you love yourself...?

In the part 2 of this 2 part series, we welcome back a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, Kelly Kennedy, and dive deep into how we can uncover our true purpose in life.

Kelly’s career in medicine started with a more traditional, allopathic approach, but that changed after she experienced several traumatic events, which made her realize that there’s got to be a better way than just taking medications and undergoing surgeries. For the last 27 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to uncovering answers to healing through alternative therapies, including bio-regulatory medicine, energy medicine, and somatic work. For the past 19 years, she and her husband have been treating clients at their clinic, called The True Wellness Center, located in Pennsylvania.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kelly Kennedy Buzzsprout-15437700 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2965 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #biohacking, #mindfulness, #heart rate variability 3 113 full true 112. It’s time to create and live in your Heaven on Earth - Kelly Kennedy (1 of 2) 112. It’s time to create and live in your Heaven on Earth - Kelly Kennedy (1 of 2) What does it mean to live in Heaven on Earth? What does Heaven on Earth represent for you? In the part 1 of this 2 part series, we welcome a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, Kelly Kennedy, and dive deep into how we can raise our frequency, have our heart, mind, and gut in alignment, and create and live in Heaven on Earth.

Kelly’s career in medicine started with a more traditional, allopathic approach, but that changed after she experienced several traumatic events, which made her realize that there’s got to be a better way than just taking medications and undergoing surgeries. For the last 27 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to uncovering answers to healing through alternative therapies, including bio-regulatory medicine, energy medicine, and somatic work. For the past 19 years, she and her husband have been treating clients at their clinic, called The True Wellness Center, located in Pennsylvania.


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]]> What does it mean to live in Heaven on Earth? What does Heaven on Earth represent for you? In the part 1 of this 2 part series, we welcome a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, Kelly Kennedy, and dive deep into how we can raise our frequency, have our heart, mind, and gut in alignment, and create and live in Heaven on Earth.

Kelly’s career in medicine started with a more traditional, allopathic approach, but that changed after she experienced several traumatic events, which made her realize that there’s got to be a better way than just taking medications and undergoing surgeries. For the last 27 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to uncovering answers to healing through alternative therapies, including bio-regulatory medicine, energy medicine, and somatic work. For the past 19 years, she and her husband have been treating clients at their clinic, called The True Wellness Center, located in Pennsylvania.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kelly Kennedy Buzzsprout-15363459 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3074 #meditation, #well-being, #healing, #biohacking #awakening, #wisdom, #mindfulness, #energy healing, #lymph, #fascia, #oxygen, #flow, #holistic medicine, #natural medicine 3 112 full true 111. How to optimize your life with meditation - Steve Comer 111. How to optimize your life with meditation - Steve Comer When we meditate, literally everything improves, including our brain. When our brain is in a state of coherence, it simply functions better. And when our brain is functioning better, so is everything else in our life.

In this episode, we welcome a co-founder of AwareHouse, Steve Comer. Since his personal awakening moment, his meditation practice has guided him on the journey of learning many healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Interpersonal Psycho Neuro Biology, neurofeedback therapy, to name a few. In 2022, he co-founded a curated wellness center called AwareHouse in Sarasota, FL.

Meditation changes your life. In this episode, Steve shares HOW. Be informed and empowered to optimize your life with meditation!

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In this episode, we welcome a co-founder of AwareHouse, Steve Comer. Since his personal awakening moment, his meditation practice has guided him on the journey of learning many healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Interpersonal Psycho Neuro Biology, neurofeedback therapy, to name a few. In 2022, he co-founded a curated wellness center called AwareHouse in Sarasota, FL.

Meditation changes your life. In this episode, Steve shares HOW. Be informed and empowered to optimize your life with meditation!

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Steve Comer Buzzsprout-15274919 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 23:00:00 -0500 4263 #meditation, #neurofeedback, #brain-heart coherence, #transformation, #healing, #wellness, #heartmath, #personal development, #biohacking, #brain health 3 111 full false 110. How to thrive in life as an empath - Andy Kozlowski 110. How to thrive in life as an empath - Andy Kozlowski Maybe you are an empath. Maybe you are highly sensitive and you struggled through life because you are so different from most people around you. Maybe you thought something was wrong with you. Or, maybe you learned how to meditate through the Western modern day mindfulness teaching, and you’ve been meditating for some time and seen some benefits, but you are sensing that it’s time to go even deeper. If any of this resonates with you, you are in the right place!

In this episode, Andy Kozlowski, known as an Empath Guide, shares how to thrive in life as an empath. Andy blends Western arts of psychology, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), and hypnosis with Eastern wisdom from Buddhism, Taoism, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is originally from Poland, but he is currently living in Thailand training as an apprentice of the Shaolin monastery.


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In this episode, Andy Kozlowski, known as an Empath Guide, shares how to thrive in life as an empath. Andy blends Western arts of psychology, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), and hypnosis with Eastern wisdom from Buddhism, Taoism, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is originally from Poland, but he is currently living in Thailand training as an apprentice of the Shaolin monastery.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Andy Kozlowski Buzzsprout-15081586 Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3177 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental wellness, #personal development, #empath, #HSP, #highly sensitive person, #Shaolin monastery, #Taoism, #Buddhism, #Traditional Chinese Medicine 3 110 full false 109. Why meditation is no longer a luxury - Louisa Barnum (Part 2 of 2) 109. Why meditation is no longer a luxury - Louisa Barnum (Part 2 of 2) Listen to Part 1 of this conversation here.

Louisa Barnum lived her early life as a professional classical musician. One day, however, a catastrophic injury abruptly ended her music career. Not knowing what else to do with her life, she was led to study Western esoteric teachings, philosophy, and consciousness, which completely altered the trajectory of her life thereon. For over the last 15 years, she has dedicated her life as a coach and a teacher, guiding leaders and high achievers through their journeys of personal transformation and self-healing.


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Louisa Barnum lived her early life as a professional classical musician. One day, however, a catastrophic injury abruptly ended her music career. Not knowing what else to do with her life, she was led to study Western esoteric teachings, philosophy, and consciousness, which completely altered the trajectory of her life thereon. For over the last 15 years, she has dedicated her life as a coach and a teacher, guiding leaders and high achievers through their journeys of personal transformation and self-healing.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Louisa Barnum Buzzsprout-14998648 Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2800 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental wellness, #personal development, #resilience, #attuning, #spiritual warfare, #collective consciousness, #5D, #newearth 3 109 full false 108. How to cultivate your resilience and find freedom - Louisa Barnum (Part 1 of 2) 108. How to cultivate your resilience and find freedom - Louisa Barnum (Part 1 of 2) “Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.”
- Ludwig van Beethoven

“To think is easy. To act is hard. But the hardest thing in the world is to act in accordance with your thinking.”
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“Our highest endeavor must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives. The need for imagination, a sense of truth, and a feeling of responsibility—these three forces are the very nerve of education.”
- Rudolf Steiner

Louisa Barnum lived her early life as a professional classical musician. One day, however, a catastrophic injury abruptly ended her music career. Not knowing what else to do with her life, she was led to study Western esoteric teachings, philosophy, and consciousness, which completely altered the trajectory of her life thereon. For over the last 15 years, she has dedicated her life as a coach and a teacher, guiding leaders and high achievers through their journeys of personal transformation and self-healing.

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]]> “Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.”
- Ludwig van Beethoven

“To think is easy. To act is hard. But the hardest thing in the world is to act in accordance with your thinking.”
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“Our highest endeavor must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives. The need for imagination, a sense of truth, and a feeling of responsibility—these three forces are the very nerve of education.”
- Rudolf Steiner

Louisa Barnum lived her early life as a professional classical musician. One day, however, a catastrophic injury abruptly ended her music career. Not knowing what else to do with her life, she was led to study Western esoteric teachings, philosophy, and consciousness, which completely altered the trajectory of her life thereon. For over the last 15 years, she has dedicated her life as a coach and a teacher, guiding leaders and high achievers through their journeys of personal transformation and self-healing.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Louisa Barnum Buzzsprout-14914696 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2516 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #life lessons, #attunement, #Goethe, #Rudolph Steiner, #phenomenology, #Western esoteric, #philosophy, #resilience, #overcoming, #evolution of consciousness 3 108 full true 107. How to live your most authentic life NOW - Erin Brown 107. How to live your most authentic life NOW - Erin Brown *Announcement*

For the time being, "why not meditate?" podcast will release a new episode every other week. Make sure to follow the show so that you will be notified when the next episode is released. Also Join "Why not meditate?" FB Group here to stay informed!

By now, we know that everything is energy. You and I are made of energy, vibrating at certain frequencies. So is the Earth, and it is affecting all of us every single day. After having worked in the medical field for more than 25 years, Erin Brown went through a rather disruptive spiritual awakening experience. In this episode, she shares about her journey and how she has become an intuitive card reader and energetic channel. We dive into Schumann Resonance, what authenticity means, what the New Earth/5D Earth is all about, and how we can navigate our own spiritual awakening journey.


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By now, we know that everything is energy. You and I are made of energy, vibrating at certain frequencies. So is the Earth, and it is affecting all of us every single day. After having worked in the medical field for more than 25 years, Erin Brown went through a rather disruptive spiritual awakening experience. In this episode, she shares about her journey and how she has become an intuitive card reader and energetic channel. We dive into Schumann Resonance, what authenticity means, what the New Earth/5D Earth is all about, and how we can navigate our own spiritual awakening journey.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Erin Brown Buzzsprout-14830951 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3836 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #energy, #schumann resonance, #authenticity, #new earth, #5D consciousness, #awareness 3 107 full true 106. Guided meditation - Stepping into the new season of life 106. Guided meditation - Stepping into the new season of life Well, it's time to meditate again!

In this episode, I share a short guided meditation that was inspired by the recent Spring Equinox, when the old season ends and the new season begins. In this meditation, you will be guided to feel what you would like to experience as you embark on the new season of your life.

Thank you, Jordan Jessep, for this beautiful music! Find more of Jordan's work at: https://jordanjessep.com/

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]]> Well, it's time to meditate again!

In this episode, I share a short guided meditation that was inspired by the recent Spring Equinox, when the old season ends and the new season begins. In this meditation, you will be guided to feel what you would like to experience as you embark on the new season of your life.

Thank you, Jordan Jessep, for this beautiful music! Find more of Jordan's work at: https://jordanjessep.com/

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14790287 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 966 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #life lessons, #guided meditation, #letting go, #raising frequency 3 106 full false 105. Start taking charge of your own health - Karin Reiter 105. Start taking charge of your own health - Karin Reiter For so many years, we have been outsourcing our health to "authorities" or "professionals," and as a result, we've lost touch with ourselves, our families, and nature. However, it is time for us to take it back. 

In this episode, a functional medicine nutritionist, fitness trainer, author, wife, and mother, Karin Reiter shares her journey of overcoming health challenges and regaining her wellness and how it became her passion. 

In 2011, Karin founded an educational platform, Nutritious N’ Delicious. She has been a leader in the nutrition and wellness industry for the last 15 years, offering online workshops, educational resources, and in-person retreats.


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]]> For so many years, we have been outsourcing our health to "authorities" or "professionals," and as a result, we've lost touch with ourselves, our families, and nature. However, it is time for us to take it back. 

In this episode, a functional medicine nutritionist, fitness trainer, author, wife, and mother, Karin Reiter shares her journey of overcoming health challenges and regaining her wellness and how it became her passion. 

In 2011, Karin founded an educational platform, Nutritious N’ Delicious. She has been a leader in the nutrition and wellness industry for the last 15 years, offering online workshops, educational resources, and in-person retreats.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Karin Reiter Buzzsprout-14740859 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2791 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #wellness, #functional medicine, #autoimmune diseases, #nutrition, #fitness, #food sensitivity, #empowerment, #health 3 105 full true 104. Trust your internal guidance and come home to yourself - KJ Nasrul 104. Trust your internal guidance and come home to yourself - KJ Nasrul How often do you rest when you are tired? How often do you push through despite of what your body is trying to tell you?

Most of us tend to ignore our body's needs and sometimes end up with a severe situation that wakes us up. In this episode, a licensed trauma-focused psychotherapist, artist, speaker, and retreat host, KJ Nasral, shares what her recent medical events upon returning from hosting blissful retreats in the Islands of Bali and Hawaii and the profound reminders she received.
 

Listen to the first episode with KJ here: Episode 57. How to follow your curiosity and uncover your soul purpose - KJ Nasrul

How to contact KJ and find more about the Bali & Hawaii Retreats:


**Mention ‘MASAKO’ and receive Friends and Family discount - $2000 OFF Tuition!!**

Dates & Locations for 2024 Retreats

  • May 30 - June 6 (TBD, confirming now) 
  • August 17 - 23 - Bali + Lombok 
  • September 5 - 12 - Bali + Lombok 
  • Mid October 10 - 14 - Hawaii (TBD, confirming now)
  • December 5 - 12 - Bali + Lombok 


Bali Retreat Webpage: Join Us In Bali! 

Book a Hello Call to Talk Bali (and mention MASAKO for your Friends Special Pricing) here: HELLO, BALI!


Resources discussed in this episode:

Signs and Symptoms leading up to the discovery of the blood clot, seizures and Stroke: 

  • F - Face - Tingling, prickling, numbness on cheek and mouth.
  • A - Arms - Tingling and numbness in arms, loss of grip strength in hands.
  • S - Speech - Loss of ability to speak coherently, or at all. Confused speech.
  • T - TIME - Respond quickly and timely.


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]]> How often do you rest when you are tired? How often do you push through despite of what your body is trying to tell you?

Most of us tend to ignore our body's needs and sometimes end up with a severe situation that wakes us up. In this episode, a licensed trauma-focused psychotherapist, artist, speaker, and retreat host, KJ Nasral, shares what her recent medical events upon returning from hosting blissful retreats in the Islands of Bali and Hawaii and the profound reminders she received.
 

Listen to the first episode with KJ here: Episode 57. How to follow your curiosity and uncover your soul purpose - KJ Nasrul

How to contact KJ and find more about the Bali & Hawaii Retreats:


**Mention ‘MASAKO’ and receive Friends and Family discount - $2000 OFF Tuition!!**

Dates & Locations for 2024 Retreats

  • May 30 - June 6 (TBD, confirming now) 
  • August 17 - 23 - Bali + Lombok 
  • September 5 - 12 - Bali + Lombok 
  • Mid October 10 - 14 - Hawaii (TBD, confirming now)
  • December 5 - 12 - Bali + Lombok 


Bali Retreat Webpage: Join Us In Bali! 

Book a Hello Call to Talk Bali (and mention MASAKO for your Friends Special Pricing) here: HELLO, BALI!


Resources discussed in this episode:

Signs and Symptoms leading up to the discovery of the blood clot, seizures and Stroke: 

  • F - Face - Tingling, prickling, numbness on cheek and mouth.
  • A - Arms - Tingling and numbness in arms, loss of grip strength in hands.
  • S - Speech - Loss of ability to speak coherently, or at all. Confused speech.
  • T - TIME - Respond quickly and timely.


Ways to connect with Masako:



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]]> Masako Kozawa / KJ Nasrul Buzzsprout-14693440 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3602 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #life lessons, #stroke, #retreat, #creativity, #healing, #recovery, #restorative, #Bali, #mindfulness 3 104 full false 103. Observer effects in your life - Solo episode 103. Observer effects in your life - Solo episode If the observer effect can impact the way electrons behave, how can it affect our body, mind, and spirit? In this solo episode, the host shares her insights into how we can become a better observer of our own life and create the life we desire.


Journal prompts

  1. How do you desire to be seen and treated by the people close to you? 
  2. Is that how you see yourself currently? Is there a gap?
  3. If there is a gap, let’s shift how you see and treat yourself. What is one simple step you can take this week to better treat yourself?


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]]> If the observer effect can impact the way electrons behave, how can it affect our body, mind, and spirit? In this solo episode, the host shares her insights into how we can become a better observer of our own life and create the life we desire.


Journal prompts

  1. How do you desire to be seen and treated by the people close to you? 
  2. Is that how you see yourself currently? Is there a gap?
  3. If there is a gap, let’s shift how you see and treat yourself. What is one simple step you can take this week to better treat yourself?


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:



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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14649941 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 783 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self love, #quantum physics, #observer effect, #energy, #law of resonance, #law of attraction, #manifestation, #life hack 3 103 full false 102. How meditation saved my life - Faith Holmes 102. How meditation saved my life - Faith Holmes Having grown up in the Bahá’í community, Faith Holmes always believed in elevating unity in diversity. Ever since she was introduced to Dr. Joe Dispenza's work and became a certified Neuro Change Solutions Consultant, she has been transforming lives by facilitating "Change Your Mind... Create New Results" workshops for nonprofits, indigenous communities, and corporations.

In this episode, Faith shares her journey of the dark night of the soul and how meditation ended up saving her life.


How to contact Faith:

  • Email: faithholmes@gmail.com


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]]> Having grown up in the Bahá’í community, Faith Holmes always believed in elevating unity in diversity. Ever since she was introduced to Dr. Joe Dispenza's work and became a certified Neuro Change Solutions Consultant, she has been transforming lives by facilitating "Change Your Mind... Create New Results" workshops for nonprofits, indigenous communities, and corporations.

In this episode, Faith shares her journey of the dark night of the soul and how meditation ended up saving her life.


How to contact Faith:

  • Email: faithholmes@gmail.com


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:



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]]> Masako Kozawa / Faith Holmes Buzzsprout-14604696 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 4560 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #life lessons, #manifestation, #hardships, #Dr. Joe Dispenza, #diversity 3 102 full false 101. How your challenges can heal you and the collective - Heather McMahon 101. How your challenges can heal you and the collective - Heather McMahon It's a cliché, but the quality of life is not so much about what happens but how you respond to what happens. 

In this episode, we welcome Heather McMahon, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Certified Mindfully Informed Professional. 

We dive into the wisdom she gained through her 30+ year experience in the human services industry, how meditation has become her non-negotiable practice for herself, and why she recommends it to everybody.


About Heather:

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]]> It's a cliché, but the quality of life is not so much about what happens but how you respond to what happens. 

In this episode, we welcome Heather McMahon, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Certified Mindfully Informed Professional. 

We dive into the wisdom she gained through her 30+ year experience in the human services industry, how meditation has become her non-negotiable practice for herself, and why she recommends it to everybody.


About Heather:

Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Heather McMahon Buzzsprout-14559188 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2819 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #life lessons, #therapy, #life coach, #wisdom, #mindfulness, #NLP 3 101 full false 100. Make love to your life - Solo episode 100. Make love to your life - Solo episode ***Wow, this is the 100th episode of Why Not Meditate? podcast!
Thank you so much for your ongoing support!***


Everything in life is relational. Everybody and everything in your life is merely responding according to who you are being and how you are showing up. Isn't that an amazing news? It means that you don't need to change anything or anybody to improve your life. You just need to change yourself, and everything and everyone will change accordingly.

Journal prompts:

  • How are you treating your life? (e.g., lovingly, haphazardly, grudgingly, etc.)
  • What areas in your life do you want to see changes? If your life is merely responding to you, how do you want to change the way you are showing up in those areas?
  • How can you become a better lover for your life?


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]]> ***Wow, this is the 100th episode of Why Not Meditate? podcast!
Thank you so much for your ongoing support!***


Everything in life is relational. Everybody and everything in your life is merely responding according to who you are being and how you are showing up. Isn't that an amazing news? It means that you don't need to change anything or anybody to improve your life. You just need to change yourself, and everything and everyone will change accordingly.

Journal prompts:

  • How are you treating your life? (e.g., lovingly, haphazardly, grudgingly, etc.)
  • What areas in your life do you want to see changes? If your life is merely responding to you, how do you want to change the way you are showing up in those areas?
  • How can you become a better lover for your life?


Ways to connect with Masako:







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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14513231 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 490 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #life hack, #wisdom, #journey, #journaling, #life lessons 3 100 full false 99. Step into the unknown and become fully alive - Cassie Crow (Part 2 of 2) 99. Step into the unknown and become fully alive - Cassie Crow (Part 2 of 2) "... are you someone out there who's a little bit like me,
who knows deep down I'm not where I'm meant to be?

Every day's a little harder as I feel my power grow.
Don't you know there's part of me that longs to go into the unknown? ..."

- Extract from the song "Into the Unknown" from the 2019 Disney film "Frozen 2"


**This is a 2-part-series. It is recommended to listen to part 1 first: Episode 98: Become fully alive, unstoppable, and free - Cassie Crow (Part 1 of 2)**


In the second part of the conversation, Coach Cassie Crow and Host Masako dive further into:

  • How we can embrace and embody the infinite nature of who we are
  • What actually happens when we trust ourselves and step into the unknown versus when we don’t
  • How meditation plays a role in the process of connecting with your consciousness


About Cassie:


Resources discussed in this episode:


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]]> "... are you someone out there who's a little bit like me,
who knows deep down I'm not where I'm meant to be?

Every day's a little harder as I feel my power grow.
Don't you know there's part of me that longs to go into the unknown? ..."

- Extract from the song "Into the Unknown" from the 2019 Disney film "Frozen 2"


**This is a 2-part-series. It is recommended to listen to part 1 first: Episode 98: Become fully alive, unstoppable, and free - Cassie Crow (Part 1 of 2)**


In the second part of the conversation, Coach Cassie Crow and Host Masako dive further into:

  • How we can embrace and embody the infinite nature of who we are
  • What actually happens when we trust ourselves and step into the unknown versus when we don’t
  • How meditation plays a role in the process of connecting with your consciousness


About Cassie:


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:






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]]> Masako Kozawa / Cassie Crow Buzzsprout-14465848 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2136 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #unknown, #quantum field, #self-actualization, #mental health, #wellbeing, #Dr. Joe Dispenza, #your future self 3 99 full false 98. Become fully alive, unstoppable, and free - Cassie Crow (Part 1 of 2) 98. Become fully alive, unstoppable, and free - Cassie Crow (Part 1 of 2) "I believe that the 'unexamined life is not worth living,' so my life is my opportunity to know myself at deeper and deeper levels so that I feel fully alive, completely unstoppable and absolutely free." 
- Cassie Crow, Senior Trainer at Productive Learning, LLC

In this 2-part series, we welcome Cassie Crow, Senior Trainer at Productive Learning, for a conversation of forever changing and evolving so that we may live the most fulfilling life. 

We revisit our experiences at Dr. Joe Dispenza's Advanced Weeklong Retreat in Orlando in November 2023 and how that has impacted our lives.


About Cassie:


Resources discussed in this episode:


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]]> "I believe that the 'unexamined life is not worth living,' so my life is my opportunity to know myself at deeper and deeper levels so that I feel fully alive, completely unstoppable and absolutely free." 
- Cassie Crow, Senior Trainer at Productive Learning, LLC

In this 2-part series, we welcome Cassie Crow, Senior Trainer at Productive Learning, for a conversation of forever changing and evolving so that we may live the most fulfilling life. 

We revisit our experiences at Dr. Joe Dispenza's Advanced Weeklong Retreat in Orlando in November 2023 and how that has impacted our lives.


About Cassie:


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:



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]]> Masako Kozawa / Cassie Crow Buzzsprout-14424582 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2348 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #Dr. Joe Dispenza, #retreat, #life coach 3 98 full false 97. Let your inner wisdom flow and bloom in your life - Sami Hobbs 97. Let your inner wisdom flow and bloom in your life - Sami Hobbs Are you living a life of your conscious choice, or do you feel like you are living someone else’s life? Do you want to keep going in this direction, or do you want to pivot? What is your inner wisdom saying? 

In this episode, we welcome Sami Hobbs, a holistic business coach, brand photographer,  and brand designer based in Sarasota, Florida. After leaving the corporate world in early 2019, she founded her business “Your Inner Wisdom” to help heart-centered healers from all over the world lead an unstoppable business rooted in their own intuitive wisdom. A year ago, she started a networking and education group called Movers & Shakers in Sarasota, and today it is one of the fastest growing groups with more than 800 members. 

In this episode, we dive into Sami's journey of hearing her inner wisdom and becoming an entrepreneur and the ever evolving process of it. We also talk about what actually happens during the brand photoshoot and her ethos behind everything she does.


About Sami:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching

Ways to connect with Masako:


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]]> Are you living a life of your conscious choice, or do you feel like you are living someone else’s life? Do you want to keep going in this direction, or do you want to pivot? What is your inner wisdom saying? 

In this episode, we welcome Sami Hobbs, a holistic business coach, brand photographer,  and brand designer based in Sarasota, Florida. After leaving the corporate world in early 2019, she founded her business “Your Inner Wisdom” to help heart-centered healers from all over the world lead an unstoppable business rooted in their own intuitive wisdom. A year ago, she started a networking and education group called Movers & Shakers in Sarasota, and today it is one of the fastest growing groups with more than 800 members. 

In this episode, we dive into Sami's journey of hearing her inner wisdom and becoming an entrepreneur and the ever evolving process of it. We also talk about what actually happens during the brand photoshoot and her ethos behind everything she does.


About Sami:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching

Ways to connect with Masako:


Support the show

]]> Masako Kozawa / Sami Hobbs Buzzsprout-14379540 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 2557 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #entrepreneurship, #health & wellness, #healers, #mindful business owners, #branding, #brand photography, #personal branding, #business branding, #wisdom, #intui 3 97 full true 96. Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Advanced Follow Up Retreat - Solo episode 96. Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Advanced Follow Up Retreat - Solo episode To my surprise, I started my January 2024 by attending another Dr. Joe Dispenza retreat! I just came back from the Advanced Follow Up Retreat in Marco Island, FL, and in this episode, I am going to share my experience.

If you haven't listened to Episode 90: Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Week Long Advanced Retreat, listen to it before this episode!


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



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]]> To my surprise, I started my January 2024 by attending another Dr. Joe Dispenza retreat! I just came back from the Advanced Follow Up Retreat in Marco Island, FL, and in this episode, I am going to share my experience.

If you haven't listened to Episode 90: Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Week Long Advanced Retreat, listen to it before this episode!


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14336753 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1525 #meditation, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #Dr. Joe Dispenza, #pineal gland, #third eye, #quantum, #5D, #becoming supernatural, #retreat, #advanced follow up, #energy, #mystical 3 96 full false 95. How to thrive in 2024 - Solo episode 95. How to thrive in 2024 - Solo episode Happy New Year!
Well, the new year is off to an eventful start. The apocalypse (uncovering, disclosure, revelation) will continue in 2024. That means your external world will be chaotic and unstable. And if you focus on it, your internal world also becomes chaotic and unstable.

The most important thing for us to remember as we go through this year is to bring our energy back from the external world into our internal world and raise its frequency. 

Now, this takes work. It is a moment by moment practice. And one of the most powerful and potent ways to raise your own frequency that I know is through meditation!


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



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]]> Happy New Year!
Well, the new year is off to an eventful start. The apocalypse (uncovering, disclosure, revelation) will continue in 2024. That means your external world will be chaotic and unstable. And if you focus on it, your internal world also becomes chaotic and unstable.

The most important thing for us to remember as we go through this year is to bring our energy back from the external world into our internal world and raise its frequency. 

Now, this takes work. It is a moment by moment practice. And one of the most powerful and potent ways to raise your own frequency that I know is through meditation!


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



Support the show

]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14250976 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 648 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #new year's resolution, #vibration, #personal development 3 95 full false 94. Highlights from Season 2 - 3 of 3 94. Highlights from Season 2 - 3 of 3 In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.

Episode time stamps & links:


Check out the bonus episode: New Year's Resolution?


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



Support the show

]]> In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.

Episode time stamps & links:


Check out the bonus episode: New Year's Resolution?


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching



Support the show

]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14215630 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1902 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #brain health, #biohacking, #midlife, #feng shui, #law of attraction, #loneliness, #spiritual journey, #evolution, #personal growth, #consciousness 2 94 full false 93. Highlights from Season 2 - 2 of 3 93. Highlights from Season 2 - 2 of 3 In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.


Episode time stamps & links:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


Support the show

]]> In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.


Episode time stamps & links:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


Support the show

]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14188599 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1863 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #creative process, #artist, #mystical, #higher self, #inner work, #self-love, #soul contracts, #life purpose, #meaning of life, #why you are here 2 93 full false 92. Highlights from Season 2 - 1 of 3 92. Highlights from Season 2 - 1 of 3 Ahhh it's almost the end of another year! That means Season 2 of "Why not meditate?" podcast is also approaching its end. In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.


Episode time stamps & links:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching




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]]> Ahhh it's almost the end of another year! That means Season 2 of "Why not meditate?" podcast is also approaching its end. In Season 2, we welcomed and collaborated with 27 amazing souls! In this 3-part-series, we are going to revisit the brilliance of each guest.


Episode time stamps & links:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching




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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14150389 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1558 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #rewire your brain, #mindfulness, #creativity, #breathwork, #yoga, #energy, #manifestation, #aromatherapy 2 92 full false 91. Manifest your dreams with Law of Attraction Feng Shui - Jeannette Cieszykowski 91. Manifest your dreams with Law of Attraction Feng Shui - Jeannette Cieszykowski We've all heard about Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice of arranging pieces in living spaces to create balance with the natural world. We've also heard about Marie Kondo, who has introduced us to the concept of only having things that spark joy around us. And then, there is Jeannette Cieszykowski, who is marrying the two and adding "intention" to the practice.

By now, we all know that everything is energy. Then, wouldn't it make sense for us to understand how the energy of our environment influences us and learn to work with it?


About Jeannette:


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**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


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]]> We've all heard about Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice of arranging pieces in living spaces to create balance with the natural world. We've also heard about Marie Kondo, who has introduced us to the concept of only having things that spark joy around us. And then, there is Jeannette Cieszykowski, who is marrying the two and adding "intention" to the practice.

By now, we all know that everything is energy. Then, wouldn't it make sense for us to understand how the energy of our environment influences us and learn to work with it?


About Jeannette:


Resources discussed in this episode:


Ways to connect with Masako:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


Support the show

]]> Masako Kozawa / Jeannette Cieszykowski Buzzsprout-14108886 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 2784 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #Feng Shui, #BTB, #law of attraction, #manifestation, #mindfulness, #intention, #relationship 2 91 full false 90. Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Week Long Advanced Retreat - Solo episode 90. Takeaway from Dr. Joe Dispenza Week Long Advanced Retreat - Solo episode I had an honor and a privilege to attend one of Dr. Joe Dispenza's weeklong retreats in Orlando FL, and I am sharing my experience in this solo episode.

Enjoy!


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]]> I had an honor and a privilege to attend one of Dr. Joe Dispenza's weeklong retreats in Orlando FL, and I am sharing my experience in this solo episode.

Enjoy!


Resources discussed in this episode:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-14068061 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 2267 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #retreat, #Dr. Joe Dispenza, #coherence healing, #pineal gland, #energy center, #becoming supernatural, #quantum field 2 90 full false 89. Witnessing the split and creating new reality - Solo episode 89. Witnessing the split and creating new reality - Solo episode **Announcement**
"Why not meditate?" podcast will take a break until December 2023, as the host, Masako prepares for the upcoming Dr. Joe Dispenza's weeklong retreat.

A lot has been happening in the matrix, hasn't it...? We are witnessing the end of the world/life as we know it in real time. It is inarguably the beginning of the brand new world/life, at the same time. And you and I are here to create the new timeline we would rather live in. How? Through meditation, of course!!


Resources discussed in this episode:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


Ways to connect with Masako:



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]]> **Announcement**
"Why not meditate?" podcast will take a break until December 2023, as the host, Masako prepares for the upcoming Dr. Joe Dispenza's weeklong retreat.

A lot has been happening in the matrix, hasn't it...? We are witnessing the end of the world/life as we know it in real time. It is inarguably the beginning of the brand new world/life, at the same time. And you and I are here to create the new timeline we would rather live in. How? Through meditation, of course!!


Resources discussed in this episode:


**Masako is now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-13898746 Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 683 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #truther, #new earth, #5D consciousness, #retreat, #Dr. Joe Dispenza 2 89 full false 88. Loneliness: How to find your tribe on your spiritual journey - Shelley Doyle 88. Loneliness: How to find your tribe on your spiritual journey - Shelley Doyle Loneliness, anyone?
Ever since the pandemic, loneliness has become more widespread. Social media has been working overtime to divide the humanity, which is contributing to the epidemic of loneliness as well. On top of that, you might be going through a spiritual awakening journey and you might be now living in a different world than your friends.

If that's you, you are not alone.
In this episode, we welcome Shelley Doyle, whose mission is to help us combat loneliness and provide practical solutions. After working as a PR/Communications consultant for 20 years, she is now passionate about working with individuals and corporations by guiding them how to reconnect with yourself and find the people who align with the current version of yourself and grow together.


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]]> Loneliness, anyone?
Ever since the pandemic, loneliness has become more widespread. Social media has been working overtime to divide the humanity, which is contributing to the epidemic of loneliness as well. On top of that, you might be going through a spiritual awakening journey and you might be now living in a different world than your friends.

If that's you, you are not alone.
In this episode, we welcome Shelley Doyle, whose mission is to help us combat loneliness and provide practical solutions. After working as a PR/Communications consultant for 20 years, she is now passionate about working with individuals and corporations by guiding them how to reconnect with yourself and find the people who align with the current version of yourself and grow together.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Shelley Doyle Buzzsprout-13853949 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3130 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #loneliness, #happiness, #community, #inner circle, #friendship, #relationship, #spiritual awakening 2 88 full false 87. How to make your midlife magical AF - Lindsay de Swart 87. How to make your midlife magical AF - Lindsay de Swart What is your impression of "midlife"? Oftentimes, midlife is perceived through a lens of victimhood and illustrated as a season of life you have to suffer and survive through.

Is that really true though?
What if we shift a paradigm and start seeing midlife as the most magical season of your life? What if we learn from those around us who are embracing how amazing midlife can be?

In this episode, Lindsay de Swart shares her personal experience and wisdom as she lives through her magical midlife. Lindsay is a mother of 3, Shamanic Coach, Energy Medicine Practitioner, Life Coach, Hypnotherapist, Podcast Host, Women's Circle Leader and also a Horse Whisperer. One of her missions is to help midlife women ignite and rekindle their 'inner spark' so they can fulfill their potential after age 50! 


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]]> What is your impression of "midlife"? Oftentimes, midlife is perceived through a lens of victimhood and illustrated as a season of life you have to suffer and survive through.

Is that really true though?
What if we shift a paradigm and start seeing midlife as the most magical season of your life? What if we learn from those around us who are embracing how amazing midlife can be?

In this episode, Lindsay de Swart shares her personal experience and wisdom as she lives through her magical midlife. Lindsay is a mother of 3, Shamanic Coach, Energy Medicine Practitioner, Life Coach, Hypnotherapist, Podcast Host, Women's Circle Leader and also a Horse Whisperer. One of her missions is to help midlife women ignite and rekindle their 'inner spark' so they can fulfill their potential after age 50! 


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lindsay de Swart Buzzsprout-13811781 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2948 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #midlife, #menopause, #women's health, #life hack, #wisdom, #life lessons 2 87 full false 86. Why did I become a coach? - Solo episode 86. Why did I become a coach? - Solo episode In this solo episode, the host, Masako, shares why she decided to serve as a coach regardless all the reasons why she resisted to identify herself as a coach.

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]]> In this solo episode, the host, Masako, shares why she decided to serve as a coach regardless all the reasons why she resisted to identify herself as a coach.

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-13768911 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1143 #meditation, #mindfulness, #mental health, #healing, #grieving, #self-actualization, #coaching, #life coach, #empowerment coach, #relationship, #single parenting, #midlife, #living abroad, #divine connection 2 86 full false 85. Maybe it's you, maybe it's your brain - Toby Pasman 85. Maybe it's you, maybe it's your brain - Toby Pasman What if some of the things you are struggling in your day-to-day life are due to parts of your brain not functioning properly? What if you can optimize your productivity and performance by learning how to regulate your brain functions...?

In this episode, we welcome a board-certified neurophysiologist, a founder and a CEO of NeuroFlex, Toby Pasman, who works with executives and entrepreneurs to maximize their productivity and achieve their highest goals by providing brain scans and neurofeedback training.

In this conversation, we dive into two main technologies that could rewire your brain functionality as well as how meditation can impact your brain and optimize your potential as a human being.

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]]> What if some of the things you are struggling in your day-to-day life are due to parts of your brain not functioning properly? What if you can optimize your productivity and performance by learning how to regulate your brain functions...?

In this episode, we welcome a board-certified neurophysiologist, a founder and a CEO of NeuroFlex, Toby Pasman, who works with executives and entrepreneurs to maximize their productivity and achieve their highest goals by providing brain scans and neurofeedback training.

In this conversation, we dive into two main technologies that could rewire your brain functionality as well as how meditation can impact your brain and optimize your potential as a human being.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Toby Pasman Buzzsprout-13724205 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2567 #brain health, #brain functionality, #brain optimization, #neurofeedback, #neurostimulation, meditation, #well-being, #biohacking, #lifehack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #social anxiety, #flow state, #self-actualization 2 85 full false 84. Transform your life by facing your fear - Tanya Allaire 84. Transform your life by facing your fear - Tanya Allaire We all know that self-love is a must for our well-being, so we've been doing all sorts of things to love ourselves better. But do you trust yourself? Do you trust yourself enough to face your biggest fear that's been hanging in the back of your subconscious mind?

Whatever "the thing" is for you, chances are that it is preventing you from living your most abundant life. And we need you to heal and release the block so that you can shine your brightest. When you overcome the fear and courageously heal yourself, the entire collective humanity also heals.

In this episode, a therapist, coach, podcast host, Tanya Allaire, returns to the podcast and shares her recent journey of letting go of "the thing" for her. And an amazing side effect is that now she is able to be a way shower for others on their journeys.

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]]> We all know that self-love is a must for our well-being, so we've been doing all sorts of things to love ourselves better. But do you trust yourself? Do you trust yourself enough to face your biggest fear that's been hanging in the back of your subconscious mind?

Whatever "the thing" is for you, chances are that it is preventing you from living your most abundant life. And we need you to heal and release the block so that you can shine your brightest. When you overcome the fear and courageously heal yourself, the entire collective humanity also heals.

In this episode, a therapist, coach, podcast host, Tanya Allaire, returns to the podcast and shares her recent journey of letting go of "the thing" for her. And an amazing side effect is that now she is able to be a way shower for others on their journeys.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Tanya Allaire Buzzsprout-13682041 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3843 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #breakup, #midlife crisis, #self-actualization, #shadow work, #letting go, #mental health, #life coach 2 84 full false 83. How to access your intuition and live with more ease and flow - Monica de Vitry 83. How to access your intuition and live with more ease and flow - Monica de Vitry Intuition can be defined as "the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning." That sounds great, but how can we access our intuition more?

In this episode, a founder of Flow Mamas, Monica de Vitry, shares how to follow our intuition and bring more ease and flow into all aspects of our lives, including entrepreneurship.

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]]> Intuition can be defined as "the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning." That sounds great, but how can we access our intuition more?

In this episode, a founder of Flow Mamas, Monica de Vitry, shares how to follow our intuition and bring more ease and flow into all aspects of our lives, including entrepreneurship.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Monica de Vitry Buzzsprout-13630575 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2513 #mindfulness, #meditation, #healing, #well-being, #self-care, #mental health, #tarot, #intuition, #entrepreneurship, #moon cycle, #flow, #multi-passionate, #female entrepreneur, #mom entrepreneur 2 83 full false 82. The beauty of letting go and grieving - Solo episode 82. The beauty of letting go and grieving - Solo episode "Let go of everything that is not serving you."

How many times have you heard this statement? And how many times have you heard about the consequences of letting go...?

That's right. Every action has a consequence, and "letting go" is no exception. There are consequences you have to face when you let go of the things that are not serving you, and one of them is grief.

In this solo episode, Masako shares her personal experience and insight on the alchemical process of letting go and grieving.


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]]> "Let go of everything that is not serving you."

How many times have you heard this statement? And how many times have you heard about the consequences of letting go...?

That's right. Every action has a consequence, and "letting go" is no exception. There are consequences you have to face when you let go of the things that are not serving you, and one of them is grief.

In this solo episode, Masako shares her personal experience and insight on the alchemical process of letting go and grieving.


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-13594509 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 639 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #letting go, #grief, #grieving process, #alchemy, #life lesson, #wisdom, #self-love, #personal development 2 82 full false 81. Manifest your dream life by healing your subconscious mind and raising your vibration - Irene Pimentel 81. Manifest your dream life by healing your subconscious mind and raising your vibration - Irene Pimentel Your life is a reflection of who you are. So when you change yourself, the reflection will also change accordingly.

Because.... everything is energy. Our thoughts, words, and emotions carry a certain frequency, which resonate with those in a similar frequency. So, inevitably, like attracts like. In life, you don't attract what you desire. You attract what you believe and embody.

In this episode, a seeker, Irene Pimentel, shares her spiritual journey, which began at the age of four.  Throughout her life, Irene had always felt the need in wanting to help people, but she didn’t know how or in what capacity... until she decided to leave her 30+ year career in finance and started following her curiosity in spirituality, meditation, energy work, and subconscious mind healing.


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]]> Your life is a reflection of who you are. So when you change yourself, the reflection will also change accordingly.

Because.... everything is energy. Our thoughts, words, and emotions carry a certain frequency, which resonate with those in a similar frequency. So, inevitably, like attracts like. In life, you don't attract what you desire. You attract what you believe and embody.

In this episode, a seeker, Irene Pimentel, shares her spiritual journey, which began at the age of four.  Throughout her life, Irene had always felt the need in wanting to help people, but she didn’t know how or in what capacity... until she decided to leave her 30+ year career in finance and started following her curiosity in spirituality, meditation, energy work, and subconscious mind healing.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Irene Pimentel Buzzsprout-13551186 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4292 #meditation, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #subconscious mind, #law of attraction, #manifestation, #universal laws, #spiritual journey 2 81 full false 80. Leaving the 9 to 5 in midlife and creating a life doing what you love - Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey 80. Leaving the 9 to 5 in midlife and creating a life doing what you love - Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey Are you doing what you truly want to do with your life? 
Is the way you are currently living in alignment with who you are? 

If the answer is anything but a resounding "YES!," then it’s time to explore and maybe make some changes.

In this episode, an award-winning transformational coach, Dr. Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, shares her personal journey of leaving the 9 to 5 and creating a life doing what she loves, which is creating art and helping others follow their passion.

**Sign up for the upcoming Vision Board Facilitation Class here! by Sunday, September 10th!**

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]]> Are you doing what you truly want to do with your life? 
Is the way you are currently living in alignment with who you are? 

If the answer is anything but a resounding "YES!," then it’s time to explore and maybe make some changes.

In this episode, an award-winning transformational coach, Dr. Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, shares her personal journey of leaving the 9 to 5 and creating a life doing what she loves, which is creating art and helping others follow their passion.

**Sign up for the upcoming Vision Board Facilitation Class here! by Sunday, September 10th!**

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey Buzzsprout-13506048 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2157 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-actualization, #creatives, #art, #midlife, #career change, #entrepreneurship, #life coach 2 80 full false 79. Guided meditation - Falling in love with creating your life 79. Guided meditation - Falling in love with creating your life Let's meditate together!

Your life is the biggest piece of artwork you will ever create. You are the artist, and Source is the producer of this project. In this guided meditation, you'll be invited onto a journey of creating the life you love.

Thank you, Jordan Jessep, for this beautiful music! Find more of Jordan's work at: https://jordanjessep.com/

This meditation will soon be available on InsightTimer, the world largest meditation app.

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]]> Let's meditate together!

Your life is the biggest piece of artwork you will ever create. You are the artist, and Source is the producer of this project. In this guided meditation, you'll be invited onto a journey of creating the life you love.

Thank you, Jordan Jessep, for this beautiful music! Find more of Jordan's work at: https://jordanjessep.com/

This meditation will soon be available on InsightTimer, the world largest meditation app.

Download InsightTimer here
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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-13465579 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1020 #meditation, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #creativity, #manifestation, #visualization, #mindfulness, #life coaching 2 79 full false 78. How to infuse your life with more beauty and harmony using your voice - Saritah 78. How to infuse your life with more beauty and harmony using your voice - Saritah Do you like your voice? Do you like how you sound?
I have a feeling that most of won't say "YES!" But what if I told you that accepting and even liking your own voice is the key to reaching your potential?

In this episode, a singer, songwriter, and musician, Saritah, shares the secret of unblocking your own voice. Along with touring extensively around the globe, she is passionate about empowering women to activate their voice, heal themselves, and infuse more beauty into their lives.


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]]> Do you like your voice? Do you like how you sound?
I have a feeling that most of won't say "YES!" But what if I told you that accepting and even liking your own voice is the key to reaching your potential?

In this episode, a singer, songwriter, and musician, Saritah, shares the secret of unblocking your own voice. Along with touring extensively around the globe, she is passionate about empowering women to activate their voice, heal themselves, and infuse more beauty into their lives.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Saritah Buzzsprout-13426000 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2708 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #voice activation, #musician, #women 2 78 full false 77. Unlearn what you’ve learned and become whole again - from allopathic to holistic medicine - Lynn Ringhaver 77. Unlearn what you’ve learned and become whole again - from allopathic to holistic medicine - Lynn Ringhaver What do you really want in your life? Whatever that is, it's gonna take some work. And by work, we mean the inner work.

Lynn Ringhaver was a devoted nurse in the modern Western medicine world for years. But through a series of events, one day she found herself stepping into the world of holistic health. And for the first time in a long time, her body felt "good." Lynn's journey of stepping into the unknown and finding what resonates with her does not stop just in her career field. This is how she lives her life, with courage. After living in NYC for 40+ years, she recently left everything behind and started a new chapter in the sunshine state.


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]]> What do you really want in your life? Whatever that is, it's gonna take some work. And by work, we mean the inner work.

Lynn Ringhaver was a devoted nurse in the modern Western medicine world for years. But through a series of events, one day she found herself stepping into the world of holistic health. And for the first time in a long time, her body felt "good." Lynn's journey of stepping into the unknown and finding what resonates with her does not stop just in her career field. This is how she lives her life, with courage. After living in NYC for 40+ years, she recently left everything behind and started a new chapter in the sunshine state.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lynn Ringhaver Buzzsprout-13380806 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2970 #meditation, #mindfulness, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #holistic medicine, #allopathic medicine, #macrobiotics, #shiatsu, #japanese self massage, #emotional freedom technique, #EFT, #tapping, #qigong, #qi, #prana 2 77 full false 76. Artist’s journey - from alcohol to meditation, head to heart, darkness to colors - Brian Martinson 76. Artist’s journey - from alcohol to meditation, head to heart, darkness to colors - Brian Martinson Brian Martinson started out as a promising young artist with grants and invitations to galleries, artists colonies, and juried art shows. His secret super power for his creativity was alcohol, on which he became dependent along the way. It was great at first, and then, not so great after a while. So he took a break from creating art for a while, which ended up lasting for 28 years. During his dark night of the soul period, he left alcohol behind, got into therapy, started meditation, healed his inner child, rekindled his connection to Higher Power, and... started creating art again. His secret super power for his creativity these days? You've guessed it right - Meditation! And he is now inspired to share not only his artwork but his journey as well.

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]]> Brian Martinson started out as a promising young artist with grants and invitations to galleries, artists colonies, and juried art shows. His secret super power for his creativity was alcohol, on which he became dependent along the way. It was great at first, and then, not so great after a while. So he took a break from creating art for a while, which ended up lasting for 28 years. During his dark night of the soul period, he left alcohol behind, got into therapy, started meditation, healed his inner child, rekindled his connection to Higher Power, and... started creating art again. His secret super power for his creativity these days? You've guessed it right - Meditation! And he is now inspired to share not only his artwork but his journey as well.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Brian Martinson Buzzsprout-13331739 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2411 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #addiction, #creativity, #recovery, #inner child, #artist, #journey 2 76 full false 75. We are back! + Announcement 75. We are back! + Announcement Wow... I feel like I just time traveled to another dimension for a while and came back. This hiatus period was amazing in so many ways, AND I am so happy to be back!


2 exciting announcements!

1.   "Why not meditate?" podcast is being featured on the current issue of Women Who Podcast Magazine! In this article, I share my podcasting journey and some of the behind the scenes of creating a podcast. Women Who Podcast Magazine was founded by Kathy Barron, with a mission to encourage and celebrate women podcasters across the globe.

2.   I have recently joined InsightTimer as a teacher! InsightTimer is the world largest meditation app as well as my personal favorite. After years of being a heavy user, I have decided to share my guided meditations on that platform. Find me on InsightTimer!


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]]> Wow... I feel like I just time traveled to another dimension for a while and came back. This hiatus period was amazing in so many ways, AND I am so happy to be back!


2 exciting announcements!

1.   "Why not meditate?" podcast is being featured on the current issue of Women Who Podcast Magazine! In this article, I share my podcasting journey and some of the behind the scenes of creating a podcast. Women Who Podcast Magazine was founded by Kathy Barron, with a mission to encourage and celebrate women podcasters across the globe.

2.   I have recently joined InsightTimer as a teacher! InsightTimer is the world largest meditation app as well as my personal favorite. After years of being a heavy user, I have decided to share my guided meditations on that platform. Find me on InsightTimer!


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-13296345 Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 520 #guided meditation, #mindfulness, #meditation, #healing, #well-being, #self-care, #self-love, #podcasting, #women podcaster 2 75 bonus false 74. How to co-create an extraordinary life with water - Tammy Marshall 74. How to co-create an extraordinary life with water - Tammy Marshall **Announcement**
"why not meditate?" podcast is taking a hiatus for the rest of June. Make sure to subscribe/follow so that you will be notified when a new episode is released in July!

“Be like water making its way through cracks. Do not be assertive, but adjust to the object, and you shall find a way around or through it. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. --- Be water, my friend.”  - Bruce Lee

We are mostly made of water, living on the planet mostly made of water. We live our first 9 months of our life in the water. We use water in multiple ways every single day. We can't survive without water. In this exquisite episode, a founder and a CEO of Biophilia Parma, Tammy Marshall, shares why water is not only a resource but Source and how we can work with water and create the most amazing life.


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]]> **Announcement**
"why not meditate?" podcast is taking a hiatus for the rest of June. Make sure to subscribe/follow so that you will be notified when a new episode is released in July!

“Be like water making its way through cracks. Do not be assertive, but adjust to the object, and you shall find a way around or through it. If nothing within you stays rigid, outward things will disclose themselves. Empty your mind, be formless. Shapeless, like water. --- Be water, my friend.”  - Bruce Lee

We are mostly made of water, living on the planet mostly made of water. We live our first 9 months of our life in the water. We use water in multiple ways every single day. We can't survive without water. In this exquisite episode, a founder and a CEO of Biophilia Parma, Tammy Marshall, shares why water is not only a resource but Source and how we can work with water and create the most amazing life.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Tammy Marshall Buzzsprout-12940761 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3410 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #water, #mother earth, #inner child, #womb healing 2 74 full false 73. What is it like to live as a divine empowered being of the Light? - Kristian Strang 73. What is it like to live as a divine empowered being of the Light? - Kristian Strang What are we here for? Why did we incarnate to Earth this time?

News flash: It is not to sell your soul to a 9 to 5 job for 30 years, barely get by, and live for weekends. ICYMI, we've been living in an artificial 3D matrix where it is normalized to live our life like a slave to "authorities."

The shift in consciousness and the split between the 3D and 5D Earth are happening right now! In this episode, Dr. Kristian Strang shows us a way to shift from living like a slave to living as a divine empowered being of the Light, which is who we truly are.


About Dr. Kristian:



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]]> What are we here for? Why did we incarnate to Earth this time?

News flash: It is not to sell your soul to a 9 to 5 job for 30 years, barely get by, and live for weekends. ICYMI, we've been living in an artificial 3D matrix where it is normalized to live our life like a slave to "authorities."

The shift in consciousness and the split between the 3D and 5D Earth are happening right now! In this episode, Dr. Kristian Strang shows us a way to shift from living like a slave to living as a divine empowered being of the Light, which is who we truly are.


About Dr. Kristian:



Resources discussed in this episode:


**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
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]]> Masako Kozawa / Dr. Kristian Strang Buzzsprout-12916935 Fri, 26 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3871 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #inner child healing, #ascension, #exiting the matrix, #new earth, #golden age, #age of Aquarius, #new age, #divine feminine, #divine masculine, #sacred union, #sacred spiritu 2 73 full false 72. The unfortunate cost of not following your bliss - Solo episode 72. The unfortunate cost of not following your bliss - Solo episode “If you do follow your bliss, you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the life that you ought to be living is the one you are living. When you can see that, you begin to meet people who are in your field of bliss, and they open doors to you. I say, follow your bliss and don’t be afraid, and doors will open where you didn’t know they were going to be.” - Joseph Campbell

Are you living your life by following your bliss? Or, are you too busy to follow such a thing? You might say, "Well, I have real responsibilities! I can't be just following my bliss...!?"

If that is your initial response, you might want to learn the real meaning of "bliss" and "following your bliss". In this episode, I share my personal experience and outcomes of following my own bliss.

"Why not meditate AND follow your bliss?" might become the next tagline!

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]]> “If you do follow your bliss, you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there all the while, waiting for you, and the life that you ought to be living is the one you are living. When you can see that, you begin to meet people who are in your field of bliss, and they open doors to you. I say, follow your bliss and don’t be afraid, and doors will open where you didn’t know they were going to be.” - Joseph Campbell

Are you living your life by following your bliss? Or, are you too busy to follow such a thing? You might say, "Well, I have real responsibilities! I can't be just following my bliss...!?"

If that is your initial response, you might want to learn the real meaning of "bliss" and "following your bliss". In this episode, I share my personal experience and outcomes of following my own bliss.

"Why not meditate AND follow your bliss?" might become the next tagline!

Resources discussed in this episode:


**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-12878354 Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1076 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #follow your bliss, #ascension, #quantum leap, #personal development, #life hack, #happiness, #vibration 2 72 full false 71. How to use your own voice to heal and create more magic in your life - Alana Gentry 71. How to use your own voice to heal and create more magic in your life - Alana Gentry Did you know your voice is actually the most powerful sound healing instrument? Did you know your body knows which tone it needs in order to heal itself? If you like singing, keep singing. If you don't, well, you might want to start!

In this episode, a music educator and songwriter, Alana Gentry, aka Alana Banana, shares how her meditation practice has been guiding through her spiritual journey as well as her music career for the last two decades.

About Alana:


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
Dreamy Bali Creativity Retreat hosted by KJ Nasral from Episode 57!!
Contact KJ re the upcoming retreat (May 30 - June 5) here and make sure to mention about this podcast!

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
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]]> Did you know your voice is actually the most powerful sound healing instrument? Did you know your body knows which tone it needs in order to heal itself? If you like singing, keep singing. If you don't, well, you might want to start!

In this episode, a music educator and songwriter, Alana Gentry, aka Alana Banana, shares how her meditation practice has been guiding through her spiritual journey as well as her music career for the last two decades.

About Alana:


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
Dreamy Bali Creativity Retreat hosted by KJ Nasral from Episode 57!!
Contact KJ re the upcoming retreat (May 30 - June 5) here and make sure to mention about this podcast!

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Alana Banana Buzzsprout-12832586 Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2878 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #music, #sound healing, #kundalini yoga, #self-development, #life hack, #mantra, #mindfulness 2 71 full false 70. How following your bliss paves the path of your spiritual journey - Joann Reinhardt 70. How following your bliss paves the path of your spiritual journey - Joann Reinhardt What spiritual gifts do I have? What am I supposed to be doing? Should I get the yoga teacher certification everyone is talking about? Maybe I should just go to India and learn from "the guru"...!?

If you have battled with any of these questions, you are not alone AND you will be happy to know that there is a proven way to unfold your spiritual awakening journey. In this episode, Dr. Joann Reinhardt shares how following her curiosity beautifully unfolded her spiritual journey.

About Joann:


Resources discussed in this episode:

Additional resources:


**A few of my favorite things**
Dreamy Bali Creativity Retreat hosted by KJ Nasral from Episode 57!!
Contact KJ re the upcoming retreat (May 30 - June 5) here and make sure to mention about this podcast!

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching

Let's connect!




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]]> What spiritual gifts do I have? What am I supposed to be doing? Should I get the yoga teacher certification everyone is talking about? Maybe I should just go to India and learn from "the guru"...!?

If you have battled with any of these questions, you are not alone AND you will be happy to know that there is a proven way to unfold your spiritual awakening journey. In this episode, Dr. Joann Reinhardt shares how following her curiosity beautifully unfolded her spiritual journey.

About Joann:


Resources discussed in this episode:

Additional resources:


**A few of my favorite things**
Dreamy Bali Creativity Retreat hosted by KJ Nasral from Episode 57!!
Contact KJ re the upcoming retreat (May 30 - June 5) here and make sure to mention about this podcast!

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Joann Reinhardt Buzzsprout-12786483 Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2903 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #yoga, #reiki, #kirtan, #mantra, #breathwork, #holy fire reiki, #energy healing, #spiritual journey, #crystal singing bowls, #sound healing 2 70 full false 69. The journey from hustling and grinding to resting and flowing - Solo episode 69. The journey from hustling and grinding to resting and flowing - Solo episode Is it just me who is feeling like I can't possibly keep going through life in this fast-paced speed? Is it just me who has been deeply exhausted? Is it just me who thinks there's got to be a better way to live life...?

If you resonate with any of these sentiments, I invite you to a powerful exercise in this episode, (1) to clarify what your deepest desires are and (2) to rewire your brain to have them.


**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and you can still sign up! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 
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]]> Is it just me who is feeling like I can't possibly keep going through life in this fast-paced speed? Is it just me who has been deeply exhausted? Is it just me who thinks there's got to be a better way to live life...?

If you resonate with any of these sentiments, I invite you to a powerful exercise in this episode, (1) to clarify what your deepest desires are and (2) to rewire your brain to have them.


**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and you can still sign up! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 
Let's connect!


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-12738532 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 842 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #energy healing, #quantum physics, #evolution of consciousness, #collective consciousness, #ascension, #innerchild healing 2 69 full false 68. How to find your life purpose and live your authentic life - Solo episode 68. How to find your life purpose and live your authentic life - Solo episode What is my life purpose? 
How do I go about finding it?
What am I supposed to do with my life?
Where is my tribe?

Oh these good old existential questions you never learn answers for in classroom! In this solo episode, I share my personal experience of finding my own answers and the process I used.

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and the early bird pricing ends on Saturday, April 22nd! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 
Let's connect!


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice


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]]> What is my life purpose? 
How do I go about finding it?
What am I supposed to do with my life?
Where is my tribe?

Oh these good old existential questions you never learn answers for in classroom! In this solo episode, I share my personal experience of finding my own answers and the process I used.

**I am now offering one-on-one coaching!**
Submit your application for a 30 min complimentary discovery call here: https://masakozawa.com/coaching


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and the early bird pricing ends on Saturday, April 22nd! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 
Let's connect!


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-12692023 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1159 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #life purpose, #life hack 2 68 full false 67. Optimize your well-being and live your purpose - Tara Smith 67. Optimize your well-being and live your purpose - Tara Smith Health is wealth. When you don't feel physically well, it is challenging to follow and live your purpose. Today's guest, Tara Smith, knows this truth from the very core of her being. After overcoming her own set of health challenges and life events, she is now dedicating her life to help others on their healing journeys.

How to get in touch with Tara


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and the early bird pricing ends on Saturday, April 22nd! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 

Let's connect!


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]]> Health is wealth. When you don't feel physically well, it is challenging to follow and live your purpose. Today's guest, Tara Smith, knows this truth from the very core of her being. After overcoming her own set of health challenges and life events, she is now dedicating her life to help others on their healing journeys.

How to get in touch with Tara


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
My dear friend, Orly (yes, the owner of online home decor store, Lara & Lou) is offering a course From Intuition to Fruition - Tap into your intuition and create your heart’s desires. This 6-week course starts on May 3rd, and the early bird pricing ends on Saturday, April 22nd! You can Listen to Orly's episode and learn her background as a spiritual medium.
 

Let's connect!


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Tara Smith Buzzsprout-12647360 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2838 #meditation, #mindfulness, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #biohack, #health optimization, #Lyme disease, #chronic illness, #personal development, #life mission, #purpose driven life 2 67 full true 66. Build your own fairytale through meditation - Kristen Lettini x Masako Kozawa 66. Build your own fairytale through meditation - Kristen Lettini x Masako Kozawa In this episode, I am sharing an interview I had on the "Build Your Own Fairytale" podcast, hosted by Kristen Lettini. I share why and how I started meditating, how my journey has been so far, and how meditation is the key to building your fairytale.

**Giveaway!!**
Kristen is doing a fun birthday giveaway next week! Make sure to follow her on social media for a chance to win amazing prizes!!

About Kristen


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online home decor store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique items intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, you can Listen to Orly's episode!


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]]> In this episode, I am sharing an interview I had on the "Build Your Own Fairytale" podcast, hosted by Kristen Lettini. I share why and how I started meditating, how my journey has been so far, and how meditation is the key to building your fairytale.

**Giveaway!!**
Kristen is doing a fun birthday giveaway next week! Make sure to follow her on social media for a chance to win amazing prizes!!

About Kristen


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online home decor store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique items intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, you can Listen to Orly's episode!


Let's connect!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kristen Lettini Buzzsprout-12596487 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3067 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #career change, #self-actualization, #inner work, #fairytale, #build your own reality, #manfestation 2 66 full false 65. How to use your voice to align with your truth and live in your highest potential - Maya Rogers 65. How to use your voice to align with your truth and live in your highest potential - Maya Rogers Do you like your own voice? Do you like how you sound? If the answer is not "Yes, of course!!" I want you to learn to like it. When you come to accept your voice and see it as a precious tool to spread healing and empowering messages, your life shifts.

In this episode, a singer/songwriter, composer, educator, and music therapist, Maya Rogers, shares how singing and meditation played an important role in her journey of recovering from brain injury. She also shares how she is now using her voice to help people to align with the truth of who they are and reach their highest potential.

About Maya:


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online home decor store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique items intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, you can Listen to Orly's episode!


Let's connect!


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]]> Do you like your own voice? Do you like how you sound? If the answer is not "Yes, of course!!" I want you to learn to like it. When you come to accept your voice and see it as a precious tool to spread healing and empowering messages, your life shifts.

In this episode, a singer/songwriter, composer, educator, and music therapist, Maya Rogers, shares how singing and meditation played an important role in her journey of recovering from brain injury. She also shares how she is now using her voice to help people to align with the truth of who they are and reach their highest potential.

About Maya:


Resources discussed in this episode:


**A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online home decor store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique items intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, you can Listen to Orly's episode!


Let's connect!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Maya Rogers Buzzsprout-12551718 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3060 #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening, #music therapy, #sound therapy, #self-actualization, #brain injury, #brain injury recovery, #musician, #singer song writer, #throat chakra, #activation 2 65 full false 64. Guided meditation - Remembering the true essence of who you are 64. Guided meditation - Remembering the true essence of who you are **A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique home decor items that are intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, Listen to Orly's episode if you haven't.

Well, it's time to meditate!
In this episode, I will guide you through a meditation that was inspired by my recent stargazing experience in Northern Florida. This is a powerful meditation to remind you of who you truly are. Enjoy!

The other guided meditation episode I have published: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1880981/10394548

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]]> **A few of my favorite things**
I am obsessed with my dear friend, Orly's online store, Lara & Lou! It is full of beautiful and unique home decor items that are intentionally and thoughtfully handpicked from countries around the world. Claim 20% off of your order by entering a special discount code "meditation"! Also, Listen to Orly's episode if you haven't.

Well, it's time to meditate!
In this episode, I will guide you through a meditation that was inspired by my recent stargazing experience in Northern Florida. This is a powerful meditation to remind you of who you truly are. Enjoy!

The other guided meditation episode I have published: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1880981/10394548

Let's connect!


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-12504541 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 904 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #guided meditation, #healing, #mental wellness, #personal development 2 64 full false 63. 5 books that forever changed my life - Solo episode 63. 5 books that forever changed my life - Solo episode “Five years from today, you will be the same person that you are today, except for the books you read and the people you meet.” - Charlie Jones

“Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” - Harry S. Truman

You've heard of these quotes, right? Below are my versions:

"Five years from today, you will be the same person that you are today, except for the meditation you practice, because that would inspire you to read the right books at the right time and lead you to the right people at the divine timing."
 
"All great leaders are meditators." 


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]]> “Five years from today, you will be the same person that you are today, except for the books you read and the people you meet.” - Charlie Jones

“Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” - Harry S. Truman

You've heard of these quotes, right? Below are my versions:

"Five years from today, you will be the same person that you are today, except for the meditation you practice, because that would inspire you to read the right books at the right time and lead you to the right people at the divine timing."
 
"All great leaders are meditators." 


Books discussed in this episode:


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-12456674 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 634 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #books, #reading, #good read, #life hack, #personal development, #personal transformation 2 63 full false 62. Tap into the infinite and receive the gift of unconditional love - Jeanne Street 62. Tap into the infinite and receive the gift of unconditional love - Jeanne Street What's the difference between psychic and medium? How about difference between medium and God-based medium?

In this episode, a God-based medium, healer, author, and creative, Jeanne Street, shares how she went through a process of reactivating her spiritual gifts of communicating with departed and celestial beings, and how she has been helping people heal their pain and trauma and remember the state of unconditional love by using her gifts.


About Jeanne:


Resources discussed in this episode:


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]]> What's the difference between psychic and medium? How about difference between medium and God-based medium?

In this episode, a God-based medium, healer, author, and creative, Jeanne Street, shares how she went through a process of reactivating her spiritual gifts of communicating with departed and celestial beings, and how she has been helping people heal their pain and trauma and remember the state of unconditional love by using her gifts.


About Jeanne:


Resources discussed in this episode:


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Jeanne Street Buzzsprout-12409848 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3142 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #spiritual gifts, #psychic, #mediumship, #angels, #heavenly realm, #higher realm, #spiritual download, #god-based medium 2 62 full true 61. How aromatherapy can enhance our mind-body-spirit connection - Amy Anthony 61. How aromatherapy can enhance our mind-body-spirit connection - Amy Anthony What is aromatherapy and how does that affect our mindfulness practice? In this episode, the NYC's top aromatherapy practitioner, Amy Anthony, shares the magic of essential oils and aromatherapy, including the connection between our chakras and certain oils and how we can enhance our mind-body-spirit connection by working with them.

About Amy:


Resources discussed in this episode:


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]]> What is aromatherapy and how does that affect our mindfulness practice? In this episode, the NYC's top aromatherapy practitioner, Amy Anthony, shares the magic of essential oils and aromatherapy, including the connection between our chakras and certain oils and how we can enhance our mind-body-spirit connection by working with them.

About Amy:


Resources discussed in this episode:


Let's connect!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Amy Anthony Buzzsprout-12363601 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3114 #meditation, #aromatherapy, #essential oil, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #chakras, #plants, #lavender, #herbs 2 61 full false 60. How to embody more intention and love in your everyday life - Troy Hadeed 60. How to embody more intention and love in your everyday life - Troy Hadeed “I have always said that if I did not believe the practice of Yoga increased our capacity to love, and reconnected us to the God of our own understanding, that I would walk away from it immediately.” - Troy Hadeed

Isn't Yoga just a nice stretching exercise? What does Yoga have to do with love?

In this episode, a Yoga teacher, author, and social entrepreneur, Troy Hadeed, shares the essence of Yoga and his personal journey of practicing, teaching, and living Yoga. Turns out that it is indeed a life-altering practice. 

**Troy will be one of the teachers for the Yoga teacher training in September 2023 on the Island of Tobago. Find details here: Yoga teacher training (September 2023)

**Receive 15% off! on Troy's private Yoga coaching (12 sessions) with a discount code: MASAKO. Inquire via email love@troyhadeed.com.


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]]> “I have always said that if I did not believe the practice of Yoga increased our capacity to love, and reconnected us to the God of our own understanding, that I would walk away from it immediately.” - Troy Hadeed

Isn't Yoga just a nice stretching exercise? What does Yoga have to do with love?

In this episode, a Yoga teacher, author, and social entrepreneur, Troy Hadeed, shares the essence of Yoga and his personal journey of practicing, teaching, and living Yoga. Turns out that it is indeed a life-altering practice. 

**Troy will be one of the teachers for the Yoga teacher training in September 2023 on the Island of Tobago. Find details here: Yoga teacher training (September 2023)

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Troy Hadeed Buzzsprout-12316052 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3550 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #love, #yoga, #mindfulness 2 60 full true 59. Why not meditate and age gracefully - Maria McKeon 59. Why not meditate and age gracefully - Maria McKeon What's your vision in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years from today? How would you like to be living your life? What kind of health would you like to be experiencing? What the society has labeled as a post-retirement phase can be one of the most prosperous and exciting time of your life, if you so choose AND if you take a good care of your body.

Today's guest, Maria McKeon, is a living proof that life at the age of 60 can look great and feel great. Throughout this interview, she shares her wisdom and medicine she received through overcoming physical and mental health challenges earlier in her life and learning to live her life in alignment.

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]]> What's your vision in 5 years, 10 years, 20 years from today? How would you like to be living your life? What kind of health would you like to be experiencing? What the society has labeled as a post-retirement phase can be one of the most prosperous and exciting time of your life, if you so choose AND if you take a good care of your body.

Today's guest, Maria McKeon, is a living proof that life at the age of 60 can look great and feel great. Throughout this interview, she shares her wisdom and medicine she received through overcoming physical and mental health challenges earlier in her life and learning to live her life in alignment.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Maria McKeon Buzzsprout-12269440 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3021 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening, #eating disorder, #wisdom, #aging gracefully, #biohack 2 59 full false 58. How to infuse vitality into your life with power of meditation - Neil Cannon 58. How to infuse vitality into your life with power of meditation - Neil Cannon Here's the best kept secret for you: Just 5 minutes of heart-centered meditation can upgrade your biochemistry. Do it everyday, and can you imagine how your life would transform a year from now? Mind blowing.

In this episode, a best selling author, speaker, coach, biohacker, and a podcast host, Neil Cannon, shares the secret about how we can infuse more vitality into our life, physically, mentally, emotionally, and energetically.

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]]> Here's the best kept secret for you: Just 5 minutes of heart-centered meditation can upgrade your biochemistry. Do it everyday, and can you imagine how your life would transform a year from now? Mind blowing.

In this episode, a best selling author, speaker, coach, biohacker, and a podcast host, Neil Cannon, shares the secret about how we can infuse more vitality into our life, physically, mentally, emotionally, and energetically.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Neil Cannon Buzzsprout-12221574 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3740 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #biohacking, #inflammation, #epigenetics, #mental health, #fitness, #energy, #eczema 2 58 full false 57. How to follow your curiosity and uncover your soul purpose - KJ Nasrul 57. How to follow your curiosity and uncover your soul purpose - KJ Nasrul “I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness the astonishing light of your own being.”  - Hafiz of Shiraz

Sometimes we don't see the light we hold within us, and that's why we have each other. In this episode, a licensed trauma-focused psychotherapist, artist, and speaker, KJ Nasral, shares how she creates a safe space for her clients to uncover their paths by following their curiosity and listening to the whispers within. Her creativity retreats are all about uncovering your soul purpose, and they are happening in the beautiful island of Bali in June and September 2023.

**Curious about the retreat? Book a complimentary hello call here and mention "Masako" for a scholarship opportunity: https://blissbeginswithin.as.me/DayRetreat

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]]> “I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness the astonishing light of your own being.”  - Hafiz of Shiraz

Sometimes we don't see the light we hold within us, and that's why we have each other. In this episode, a licensed trauma-focused psychotherapist, artist, and speaker, KJ Nasral, shares how she creates a safe space for her clients to uncover their paths by following their curiosity and listening to the whispers within. Her creativity retreats are all about uncovering your soul purpose, and they are happening in the beautiful island of Bali in June and September 2023.

**Curious about the retreat? Book a complimentary hello call here and mention "Masako" for a scholarship opportunity: https://blissbeginswithin.as.me/DayRetreat

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]]> Masako Kozawa / KJ Nasrul Buzzsprout-12172166 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3226 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #retreat, #creativity, #art, #soul purpose, #creativity, #bali 2 57 full false 56. Elevate your creative process through meditation & breathwork - Alicia Peterson Baskel 56. Elevate your creative process through meditation & breathwork - Alicia Peterson Baskel Each and every one of us are creative in our own unique ways, and we are meant to create something (many things) in our lifetime, whether that's music or family or business or community or book or podcast. It matters that you follow your own intuition and create what you are meant to. But sometimes we feel stuck. Sometimes we don't feel like we are "qualified" or our creation is "good enough." Or sometimes we feel like the "creative juice" or "muse" is gone. If that's you, try meditation and breathwork! 

In this episode, a dance artist, fiber artist, and creative writer, Alicia Peterson Baskel, shares how meditation and breathwork elevated her creative process 10X, and now she is passionate about teaching breathwork, movement, and meditation to help her fellow artists and authors tap into their creative energy flow.


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]]> Each and every one of us are creative in our own unique ways, and we are meant to create something (many things) in our lifetime, whether that's music or family or business or community or book or podcast. It matters that you follow your own intuition and create what you are meant to. But sometimes we feel stuck. Sometimes we don't feel like we are "qualified" or our creation is "good enough." Or sometimes we feel like the "creative juice" or "muse" is gone. If that's you, try meditation and breathwork! 

In this episode, a dance artist, fiber artist, and creative writer, Alicia Peterson Baskel, shares how meditation and breathwork elevated her creative process 10X, and now she is passionate about teaching breathwork, movement, and meditation to help her fellow artists and authors tap into their creative energy flow.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Alicia Peterson Baskel Buzzsprout-12120457 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3416 #meditation, #breathwork, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #creativity, #artist, #dance 2 56 full false 55. Wake up the giant inside of you with the power of meditation - Sanjib Nandi 55. Wake up the giant inside of you with the power of meditation - Sanjib Nandi So often we are operating our life in a survival mode, and many of us never get to tap into our highest potential in our lifetime. However, this is changing rapidly. We are discovering that we can access our highest potential through meditation. In this episode, a founder of LUVO wellness app, Sanjib Nandi, shares his journey of hitting the rock bottom and transforming his life and activating his potential with the power of meditation. 

**Download LUVO app for free and start elevating all aspects of your life TODAY!** 


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]]> So often we are operating our life in a survival mode, and many of us never get to tap into our highest potential in our lifetime. However, this is changing rapidly. We are discovering that we can access our highest potential through meditation. In this episode, a founder of LUVO wellness app, Sanjib Nandi, shares his journey of hitting the rock bottom and transforming his life and activating his potential with the power of meditation. 

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Sanjib Nandi Buzzsprout-12080135 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3101 #meditation, #well-being, #life transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #mind body connection, #lifehack 2 55 full false 54. Life with meditation equals life with sanity and contentment - Melissa Moore 54. Life with meditation equals life with sanity and contentment - Melissa Moore Life without sanity (= life with insanity...!) is more common than you think... How often do you feel like you are just running and running and getting nowhere? How often do you feel like you've checked all the boxes in life and somehow you don't feel content? And you wonder, what was the point of all of the doing and achieving?

In this episode, a co-founder of Karuna Training, Dr. Melissa Moore, shares her wisdom gained through her 30+ years of studying and teaching Buddhist Contemplative Psychology and her own personal life experience.


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]]> Life without sanity (= life with insanity...!) is more common than you think... How often do you feel like you are just running and running and getting nowhere? How often do you feel like you've checked all the boxes in life and somehow you don't feel content? And you wonder, what was the point of all of the doing and achieving?

In this episode, a co-founder of Karuna Training, Dr. Melissa Moore, shares her wisdom gained through her 30+ years of studying and teaching Buddhist Contemplative Psychology and her own personal life experience.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Melissa Moore Buzzsprout-12025494 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3305 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #buddhism, #psychology, #contemplative, #personal development, #life lessons 2 54 full false 53. Be brave enough to meditate big and start living the life you love! - John Chao 53. Be brave enough to meditate big and start living the life you love! - John Chao What if our definition of miracle is so far from the truth? What if what's possible is infinitely bigger than what we think is possible? What if most of the things we believe normal are not normal? If we fully embraced who we truly are created to be, how would we start living our life?

We are kicking off Season 2 of this podcast by this life-changing conversation with John Chao! John is a coach, radical encourager, change maker, now powered with the magic of meditation!

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]]> What if our definition of miracle is so far from the truth? What if what's possible is infinitely bigger than what we think is possible? What if most of the things we believe normal are not normal? If we fully embraced who we truly are created to be, how would we start living our life?

We are kicking off Season 2 of this podcast by this life-changing conversation with John Chao! John is a coach, radical encourager, change maker, now powered with the magic of meditation!

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]]> Masako Kozawa / John Chao Buzzsprout-11988647 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3691 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #coaching, #life coach, #men's coach,#personal development, #empowerment, #lifehack, #dr. joe dispenza, #weeklong retreat 2 53 full false 52. Part 5 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - You have the authority to create the life you love! 52. Part 5 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - You have the authority to create the life you love! New year new you?
Well, instead of haphazardly coming up with another behavior you want to add or change in the new year's, let's zoom out for a bit and ask ourselves, "What kind of life do I really want to create and live in? Who do I want to be?" As we march into 2023 and beyond, the internal work is going to become more and more critical, so get your meditation game on!
 

Check out the bonus episode about new year's resolutions here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1880981/9782014

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Well, instead of haphazardly coming up with another behavior you want to add or change in the new year's, let's zoom out for a bit and ask ourselves, "What kind of life do I really want to create and live in? Who do I want to be?" As we march into 2023 and beyond, the internal work is going to become more and more critical, so get your meditation game on!
 

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11950049 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 893 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #new year's resolutions, #personal development, #life lessons 1 52 full false 51. Part 4 of 5 things I've learned in 2022 - My relationship with money needs some therapy. 51. Part 4 of 5 things I've learned in 2022 - My relationship with money needs some therapy. How is your relationship with money? What is the attachment style you have with money? Are you anxious, or avoidant, or secure? Lol, does the attachment style theory apply to the one we have with money too? Maybe. But one thing is true. Just like any relationships, the common denominator is YOU. Your beliefs.

In this 5 episode series, I share how I have been working on my relationship with money this year.

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]]> How is your relationship with money? What is the attachment style you have with money? Are you anxious, or avoidant, or secure? Lol, does the attachment style theory apply to the one we have with money too? Maybe. But one thing is true. Just like any relationships, the common denominator is YOU. Your beliefs.

In this 5 episode series, I share how I have been working on my relationship with money this year.

**Do you want an accountability partner for your gratitude exercise?**
Email me at whynotmeditate.podcast@gmail.com or DM me on IG at https://www.instagram.com/masakozawa_painting/. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11920838 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1229 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #money, #abundance, #life lesson 1 51 full true 50. Part 3 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - It takes courage to receive what you want. 50. Part 3 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - It takes courage to receive what you want. **Looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your loved ones? Order "Journal - Whispers from your soul" today!**

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We want more love, happiness, freedom, financial abundance, emotional fulfillment in life, but are we ready and open to receive them? Why does it sometimes feel scary to be more of what we desire? In this 5 episode series, I share the answer to the basic question of "Who am I?" I always go back to when my mind starts acting up.

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"Ascending your energy tune into your new destiny" by Dr. Joe Dispenza:
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We want more love, happiness, freedom, financial abundance, emotional fulfillment in life, but are we ready and open to receive them? Why does it sometimes feel scary to be more of what we desire? In this 5 episode series, I share the answer to the basic question of "Who am I?" I always go back to when my mind starts acting up.

Resource discussed in this episode:
"Ascending your energy tune into your new destiny" by Dr. Joe Dispenza:
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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11880454 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1011 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #life lesson, #lifehack 1 50 full false 49. Part 2 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - There is life beyond a hamster wheel…!? 49. Part 2 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - There is life beyond a hamster wheel…!? **Looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your loved ones? Order "Journal - Whispers from your soul" today!**

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Well, turns out there is life beyond a hamster wheel. In this 5 episode series "5 things I've learned in 2022," I share what I have consciously done after getting off of the hamster wheel and a metamorphosis process I went through. It's been quite an adventure to say the least!


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Well, turns out there is life beyond a hamster wheel. In this 5 episode series "5 things I've learned in 2022," I share what I have consciously done after getting off of the hamster wheel and a metamorphosis process I went through. It's been quite an adventure to say the least!


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11838359 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 708 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #life lessons 1 49 full true 48. Part 1 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - Life is a waterslide ride. 48. Part 1 of 5 things I’ve learned in 2022 - Life is a waterslide ride. I didn't know that I was this much of a control freak... until this year! The need to know how my life is going to turn out, the need to justify my sense of worth, the need to do life "right" as if there is such a thing... All of these needs were ultimately due to lack of trust. This is the first of the 5 episode series titled "5 things I've learned in 2022" where I share one area of lessons I've received this year.

 

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]]> I didn't know that I was this much of a control freak... until this year! The need to know how my life is going to turn out, the need to justify my sense of worth, the need to do life "right" as if there is such a thing... All of these needs were ultimately due to lack of trust. This is the first of the 5 episode series titled "5 things I've learned in 2022" where I share one area of lessons I've received this year.

 

Looking for a meaningful holiday gift for your loved ones? Order "Journal - Whispers from your soul" today!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11800443 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1311 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #life lessons 1 48 full false 47. Journey of my personal apocalypse this year 47. Journey of my personal apocalypse this year **Last week to enter Thanksgiving Giveaway!!**
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Wow... so much about my life has shifted in 2022, both externally and internally. In this episode, I share my own personal journey from 2021 through 2022, especially the internal journey.


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]]> **Last week to enter Thanksgiving Giveaway!!**
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Wow... so much about my life has shifted in 2022, both externally and internally. In this episode, I share my own personal journey from 2021 through 2022, especially the internal journey.


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11759434 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1030 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mindfulness 1 47 full false 46. Who are we and what are we here for? - Felice DiMartino 46. Who are we and what are we here for? - Felice DiMartino **Thanksgiving Giveaway**
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Do you ever wonder who you truly are? I mean beyond your physical body and the identity you’ve been assigned to. And what are you here for? What is the meaning of your existence at this time of history here on earth? Do you ever wonder any of this? Well, in this episode, a spiritual mentor, Felice DiMartino and I dive into this exact topic! Felice offers 1:1 healing sessions, guest speaking at numerous events, group workshops and collaborative retreats. She is currently writing a book about her Near and Shared Death experiences.

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Do you ever wonder who you truly are? I mean beyond your physical body and the identity you’ve been assigned to. And what are you here for? What is the meaning of your existence at this time of history here on earth? Do you ever wonder any of this? Well, in this episode, a spiritual mentor, Felice DiMartino and I dive into this exact topic! Felice offers 1:1 healing sessions, guest speaking at numerous events, group workshops and collaborative retreats. She is currently writing a book about her Near and Shared Death experiences.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Felice DiMartino Buzzsprout-11710921 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3264 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #near death experience 1 46 full false 45. Why meditation is the key to meeting the love of your life - Shonda Howard 45. Why meditation is the key to meeting the love of your life - Shonda Howard **Thanksgiving Giveaway**
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What does meditation have to do with dating or meeting the love of your life?? Well, everything, actually! If you are doing all of the external work to meet the love of your life and yet keep running into the same disappointing patterns, it is time to take a closer look at your internal state. In this episode, a coach and a hypnotherapist, Shonda Howard explains how meditation was and is the key for her and her clients to find the love of their life.

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]]> **Thanksgiving Giveaway**
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What does meditation have to do with dating or meeting the love of your life?? Well, everything, actually! If you are doing all of the external work to meet the love of your life and yet keep running into the same disappointing patterns, it is time to take a closer look at your internal state. In this episode, a coach and a hypnotherapist, Shonda Howard explains how meditation was and is the key for her and her clients to find the love of their life.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Shonda Howard Buzzsprout-11673012 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2683 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #relationship, #attachment style, #dating, #hypnotherapy, #personal development, #coaching 1 45 full false 44. Why being present with your discomfort can improve quality of your life - Mahesi Caplan 44. Why being present with your discomfort can improve quality of your life - Mahesi Caplan How you handle the pain and discomfort in your life determines the quality of your life. Oftentimes we try to avoid them by running away or distracting ourselves with something else, while sitting with them actually gives you more joy and therefore increase the quality of your life. Life is full of paradox, isn't it?

In this episode, a Buddhist contemplative, Mahesi Caplan shares his experience in Kundalini awakening and the wisdom he learned through years of training in Theravada Forest Tradition.

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**Thanksgiving Giveaway**
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]]> How you handle the pain and discomfort in your life determines the quality of your life. Oftentimes we try to avoid them by running away or distracting ourselves with something else, while sitting with them actually gives you more joy and therefore increase the quality of your life. Life is full of paradox, isn't it?

In this episode, a Buddhist contemplative, Mahesi Caplan shares his experience in Kundalini awakening and the wisdom he learned through years of training in Theravada Forest Tradition.

Find more about Mahesi

Resources

**Thanksgiving Giveaway**
I am giving away the journal I published earlier this year (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0). In order to enter, you need to:

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Mahesi Caplan Buzzsprout-11626710 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4249 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #kundalini awakening, #buddhist contemplative, #buddhist teaching, #Theravada Forest Tradition, #mindfulness 1 44 full false 43. How meditation can help you discover your life’s calling - Rona Rodrig 43. How meditation can help you discover your life’s calling - Rona Rodrig What's your calling in this lifetime? Are you following it? Do you know what you are here for? If not, let's discover it through meditating! But how does that work? In this episode, a holistic healer and meditation teacher, Rona Rodrig, shares how exactly she got to know her calling. It was through sitting in stillness, connecting with herself, and hearing the whispers of her soul. And the same process will work for you as well. Are you ready to meditate and find the answer to your lifelong question?

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]]> What's your calling in this lifetime? Are you following it? Do you know what you are here for? If not, let's discover it through meditating! But how does that work? In this episode, a holistic healer and meditation teacher, Rona Rodrig, shares how exactly she got to know her calling. It was through sitting in stillness, connecting with herself, and hearing the whispers of her soul. And the same process will work for you as well. Are you ready to meditate and find the answer to your lifelong question?

Find more about Rona

Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Rona Rodrig Buzzsprout-11581360 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0500 3600 #meditation, #reiki, #energy healing, #life's calling, #mindfulness, #healing modalities, #spirituality, #sound bath 1 43 full false 42. How to become a mindful alpha male and succeed in life - Purdeep Sangha 42. How to become a mindful alpha male and succeed in life - Purdeep Sangha There's an alpha male, and there's a mindful alpha male. What is the difference between the two? Well, the difference is vast. So vast that it could determine whether you are content or not content with your life. In this episode, a business strategist and performance advisor to CEOs and entrepreneurs, Purdeep Sangha, shares how he teaches men to become mindful alpha males by utilizing neuroscience, psychology, and ancient spiritual teachings. We also dive into how mind, body, and spirit work together, how to use lucid dreaming for problem solving, how to be happy and successful in life, how to balance your masculine and feminine energy, and how to succeed as a female entrepreneur.

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]]> There's an alpha male, and there's a mindful alpha male. What is the difference between the two? Well, the difference is vast. So vast that it could determine whether you are content or not content with your life. In this episode, a business strategist and performance advisor to CEOs and entrepreneurs, Purdeep Sangha, shares how he teaches men to become mindful alpha males by utilizing neuroscience, psychology, and ancient spiritual teachings. We also dive into how mind, body, and spirit work together, how to use lucid dreaming for problem solving, how to be happy and successful in life, how to balance your masculine and feminine energy, and how to succeed as a female entrepreneur.

Find more about Purdeep:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/purdeepsangha/
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]]> Masako Kozawa / Purdeep Sangha Buzzsprout-11539462 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3388 #meditation, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #alpha male, #men's coach, #entrepreneurship, #leadership coach, #success 1 42 full false 41. The magic of listening to and following your heart's whispers - Laura Sage 41. The magic of listening to and following your heart's whispers - Laura Sage The moral of the story of this episode is, if you feel inspired to create something, you'd better follow through, because... you might end up with impacting lives of so many!! I am honored to have Laura Sage, the founder and the CEO of CHILL Chicago, now known as CHILL Anywhere, on this week's episode! Why is this so special? Because.... CHILL Chicago is where my meditation journey started!

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]]> The moral of the story of this episode is, if you feel inspired to create something, you'd better follow through, because... you might end up with impacting lives of so many!! I am honored to have Laura Sage, the founder and the CEO of CHILL Chicago, now known as CHILL Anywhere, on this week's episode! Why is this so special? Because.... CHILL Chicago is where my meditation journey started!

Download CHILL Anywhere app today!

**Special offer! Claim your 20% discounts on CHILL Anywhere App by emailing info@chillanywhere.com and mentioning that you listened to this podcast!**


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Laura Sage Buzzsprout-11494675 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1948 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #mindfulness, #chill, #breathe 1 41 full false 40. Upgrade you and your leadership with meditation - Christine Fiske 40. Upgrade you and your leadership with meditation - Christine Fiske What does meditation have to do with leadership?? Well, let me ask you this. Which leader would you rather have, the one who is stressed out, reactive, and judgmental, or the one who is calm, authentic, and compassionate? Hint, the former is probably not a seasoned meditator. In my humble opinion, in order to thrive as a leader in today's world, you'd better be doing some sort of inner work. And today's guest, Christine Fiske, a leadership and personal branding coach, agrees, as meditation is a foundation to what she coaches to executives in major corporations.

** If you are a busy mom or if you know one, make sure to check out the in-person retreat "NOURISH" Christine is hosting in Cape Cod, MA on November 18 - 19, 2022. It will be a great way to rejuvenate before heading into the holiday season!**

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Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice

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]]> What does meditation have to do with leadership?? Well, let me ask you this. Which leader would you rather have, the one who is stressed out, reactive, and judgmental, or the one who is calm, authentic, and compassionate? Hint, the former is probably not a seasoned meditator. In my humble opinion, in order to thrive as a leader in today's world, you'd better be doing some sort of inner work. And today's guest, Christine Fiske, a leadership and personal branding coach, agrees, as meditation is a foundation to what she coaches to executives in major corporations.

** If you are a busy mom or if you know one, make sure to check out the in-person retreat "NOURISH" Christine is hosting in Cape Cod, MA on November 18 - 19, 2022. It will be a great way to rejuvenate before heading into the holiday season!**

Find more about Christine


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Christine Fiske Buzzsprout-11452825 Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2608 #meditation, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-love, #leadership coaching, #executive coaching, #mindfulness leadership, #personal branding, #nourish, #retreat 1 40 full false 39. How to build your confidence and live the life you deserve - Patricia Love 39. How to build your confidence and live the life you deserve - Patricia Love What does confidence do for us? Do we need it in order to live the life we want? How do we build more confidence? Confidence in what? Well, turns out that having confidence in yourself and your ability to make certain decisions are pretty important when it comes to build the life that serves you. In this episode, a woman's confidence coach, Patricia Love, shares her journey of hitting the rock bottom at the age of 57 and rebuilding her life from there.

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]]> What does confidence do for us? Do we need it in order to live the life we want? How do we build more confidence? Confidence in what? Well, turns out that having confidence in yourself and your ability to make certain decisions are pretty important when it comes to build the life that serves you. In this episode, a woman's confidence coach, Patricia Love, shares her journey of hitting the rock bottom at the age of 57 and rebuilding her life from there.

Find more about Patricia


Download "5 steps to start your meditation practice" for free today! https://www.subscribepage.com/5_steps_to_start_your_meditation_practice

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Patricia Love Buzzsprout-11397177 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3333 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #confidence, #mindfulness 1 39 full false 38. Create the life you want with the power of imagination - Christoph Weigert 38. Create the life you want with the power of imagination - Christoph Weigert Are you living the life you can't stop drooling about? Are you jumping out of bed every morning because you are so excited that you get to experience another day of your amazing life? If the answer is "no," why not? What's stopping you? Most of us as a collective have bought into this belief that life can't be that amazing. But is that really true? What if we can consciously use our imagination and create the life we love to live? In this episode, an author and an imagination coach, Christoph Weigert, shares his journey on imagination, creativity, and QiGong, an ancient Chinese energy healing modality.

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]]> Are you living the life you can't stop drooling about? Are you jumping out of bed every morning because you are so excited that you get to experience another day of your amazing life? If the answer is "no," why not? What's stopping you? Most of us as a collective have bought into this belief that life can't be that amazing. But is that really true? What if we can consciously use our imagination and create the life we love to live? In this episode, an author and an imagination coach, Christoph Weigert, shares his journey on imagination, creativity, and QiGong, an ancient Chinese energy healing modality.

Find more about Christoph


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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Christoph Weigert Buzzsprout-11369503 Fri, 23 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3237 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #QiGong, #Chinese medicine, #energy work, #imagination, #creativity, #manifestation 1 38 full false 37. How to rewrite your subconscious mind and become radiantly alive - Kristin Svets 37. How to rewrite your subconscious mind and become radiantly alive - Kristin Svets You know there's more to life than what you've been experiencing. You even sometimes get a glimpse of what can be, and you start moving toward it. But then, something invisible is holding you back from fully jumping into the new and better version of you. So you go back to the good ole familiar lifestyle. And you feel stuck. You might also feel ashamed of yourself for not being able to change. Good news is that we all have been there. Better news is that we can learn how to remove the invisible block and become radiantly alive. In this episode, a life design + mindfulness coach, Kristin Svets, shares her journey through this exact process. Along the way, she found the combination of meditation, breathwork, and EFT tapping was the secret key to the long-lasting change. 

**Retreat in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico (October 11-15) still has room! Contact Kristin today!**


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]]> You know there's more to life than what you've been experiencing. You even sometimes get a glimpse of what can be, and you start moving toward it. But then, something invisible is holding you back from fully jumping into the new and better version of you. So you go back to the good ole familiar lifestyle. And you feel stuck. You might also feel ashamed of yourself for not being able to change. Good news is that we all have been there. Better news is that we can learn how to remove the invisible block and become radiantly alive. In this episode, a life design + mindfulness coach, Kristin Svets, shares her journey through this exact process. Along the way, she found the combination of meditation, breathwork, and EFT tapping was the secret key to the long-lasting change. 

**Retreat in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico (October 11-15) still has room! Contact Kristin today!**


Book mentioned in this episode


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Kristin Svets Buzzsprout-11326893 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3009 #meditation, #spirituality, #breathwork, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #personal development, #retreat, #life purpose 1 37 full false 36. How to thrive in life as Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) & empath - Presh Namor 36. How to thrive in life as Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) & empath - Presh Namor Have you heard of a term "empath"? Maybe you identify yourself as one. How about "Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)"? If you are a HSP, most likely you are an empath as well. As a HSP and/or an empath, life can be pretty challenging. Well, until you have the awareness AND the tools, and one of the most helpful tools is... you guessed it right, it is meditation! In this episode, a certified life coach for HSP and empath, Presh Namor, shares her own personal journey and the wisdom she's learned along the way. Don't forget to register for the upcoming free goal-setting workshop she is offering Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 10 am PDT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goal-setting-workshop-virtual-tickets-400221261567

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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Have you heard of a term "empath"? Maybe you identify yourself as one. How about "Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)"? If you are a HSP, most likely you are an empath as well. As a HSP and/or an empath, life can be pretty challenging. Well, until you have the awareness AND the tools, and one of the most helpful tools is... you guessed it right, it is meditation! In this episode, a certified life coach for HSP and empath, Presh Namor, shares her own personal journey and the wisdom she's learned along the way. Don't forget to register for the upcoming free goal-setting workshop she is offering Saturday, September 10, 2022 at 10 am PDT: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goal-setting-workshop-virtual-tickets-400221261567

Book mentioned in this episode:


Get in touch with Presh:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11285507 Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2472 1 36 full false 35. Why healing our inner child will heal humanity as a collective - Arun Sardana 35. Why healing our inner child will heal humanity as a collective - Arun Sardana Inner child healing, anyone? The truth is, inner child healing is a pre-requisite for us to live a truly fulfilling life. I am so excited to share the news that Arun Sardana is building the world's biggest inner child healing collective, called Karuna. Do you feel that something is preventing you from living your life to the fullest? Do you feel that you can't pinpoint why you are not quite content with your life?  Maybe it's time for you to connect with your inner child.

For more information about Karuna collective, visit:


5 ways to get involved with Karuna collective:

  1. As a practitioner of any healing modalities
  2. As a consumer of those healing modalities for your own inner child healing
  3. As a content creator
  4. As a media person
  5. As a non-profit organization working with abandoned children and survivors of child trafficking


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]]> Inner child healing, anyone? The truth is, inner child healing is a pre-requisite for us to live a truly fulfilling life. I am so excited to share the news that Arun Sardana is building the world's biggest inner child healing collective, called Karuna. Do you feel that something is preventing you from living your life to the fullest? Do you feel that you can't pinpoint why you are not quite content with your life?  Maybe it's time for you to connect with your inner child.

For more information about Karuna collective, visit:


5 ways to get involved with Karuna collective:

  1. As a practitioner of any healing modalities
  2. As a consumer of those healing modalities for your own inner child healing
  3. As a content creator
  4. As a media person
  5. As a non-profit organization working with abandoned children and survivors of child trafficking


Books & resources mentioned in this episode:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Arun Sardana Buzzsprout-11246106 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3882 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #inner child, #mental health 1 35 full false 34. Expanding your consciousness through meditation - Wenzl McGowen 34. Expanding your consciousness through meditation - Wenzl McGowen The magic of meditation never ceases to amaze me... what started as a simple 15-minute practice to calm your own nervous system can expand into your contribution to the humanity. What changed in between though? Your consciousness. When the way you perceive everything shifts, everything changes accordingly. In this episode, a musician, writer, and a board game creator, Wenzl McGowen, shares his evolutional journey since experiencing a spiritual awakening in 2013. We dive into meditation, mystical experience, spiritual awakening, consciousness, relationships, reincarnation, and so much more!

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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> The magic of meditation never ceases to amaze me... what started as a simple 15-minute practice to calm your own nervous system can expand into your contribution to the humanity. What changed in between though? Your consciousness. When the way you perceive everything shifts, everything changes accordingly. In this episode, a musician, writer, and a board game creator, Wenzl McGowen, shares his evolutional journey since experiencing a spiritual awakening in 2013. We dive into meditation, mystical experience, spiritual awakening, consciousness, relationships, reincarnation, and so much more!

Find more about Wenzl:


Books mentioned in this episode:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Wenzl McGowen Buzzsprout-11199563 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3497 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #consciousness, #reincarnation, #spiritual journey 1 34 full false 33. Alchemizing grief into sunshine - Jason Clawson 33. Alchemizing grief into sunshine - Jason Clawson Let's be real. Grief is part of our life. There's no avoiding it. At some point in our life, we face situations that cause us to grieve. So the questions are: Do you know how to grieve? Do you know how to help your loved ones when they are grieving? Well, look no further, because a clinical therapist and a founder of Giving Sunshine, Jason Clawson, can provide you with the guidance you need based on his own experience of grieving and healing. After abruptly losing his wife to a terminal cancer and being left with two young kids, he learned that he couldn't do it on his own. So, he did the hard thing - asking for help. He also started practicing mindfulness. Now his mission is to help others who are going through grieving process through Giving Sunshine (https://givingsunshine.com/). You can order a care package for your loved ones or give a package to someone who is going through a rough time.

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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Let's be real. Grief is part of our life. There's no avoiding it. At some point in our life, we face situations that cause us to grieve. So the questions are: Do you know how to grieve? Do you know how to help your loved ones when they are grieving? Well, look no further, because a clinical therapist and a founder of Giving Sunshine, Jason Clawson, can provide you with the guidance you need based on his own experience of grieving and healing. After abruptly losing his wife to a terminal cancer and being left with two young kids, he learned that he couldn't do it on his own. So, he did the hard thing - asking for help. He also started practicing mindfulness. Now his mission is to help others who are going through grieving process through Giving Sunshine (https://givingsunshine.com/). You can order a care package for your loved ones or give a package to someone who is going through a rough time.

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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Jason Clawson Buzzsprout-11161868 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2918 #meditation, #mindfulness, #journaling, #mental health, #healing, #grieving, #care package, #grief 1 33 full false 32. Building a soul business by honing in your intuition - Orly Altaras 32. Building a soul business by honing in your intuition - Orly Altaras What does intuition have to do with building your business? Well, everything! We are human being, not human doing! More people are realizing that we can be who we are in what we do. We are done cutting parts of ourselves so that we can fit into a box somebody else has created. Instead, we create our own box. In this episode, my beautiful friend, Orly Altaras, shares her personal and entrepreneurial journey and how she's started incorporating her spiritual gift as a medium and a teacher. Her new course "From Intuition to Fruition" will be offered in September. Follow her on IG so that you will know when the enrollment opens!

Get in touch with Orly:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> What does intuition have to do with building your business? Well, everything! We are human being, not human doing! More people are realizing that we can be who we are in what we do. We are done cutting parts of ourselves so that we can fit into a box somebody else has created. Instead, we create our own box. In this episode, my beautiful friend, Orly Altaras, shares her personal and entrepreneurial journey and how she's started incorporating her spiritual gift as a medium and a teacher. Her new course "From Intuition to Fruition" will be offered in September. Follow her on IG so that you will know when the enrollment opens!

Get in touch with Orly:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Orly Altaras Buzzsprout-11123833 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4995 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #channeling, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #coaching, #spiritual medium, #soul business, #intuition, #spiritual gift 1 32 full false 31. Why not do the “work”? - Takeaway from Cathy Heller retreat 31. Why not do the “work”? - Takeaway from Cathy Heller retreat I recently attended a retreat hosted by Cathy Heller in Malibu, CA. In this short solo episode, I share how beautifully profound of an experience that was. Thank you so much for all the beautiful souls I got to connect at the retreat. And thank you Cathy Heller and Team Cathy who made this magical experience possible.

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> I recently attended a retreat hosted by Cathy Heller in Malibu, CA. In this short solo episode, I share how beautifully profound of an experience that was. Thank you so much for all the beautiful souls I got to connect at the retreat. And thank you Cathy Heller and Team Cathy who made this magical experience possible.

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-11084487 Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1096 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #breathwork, #retreat, #soundbath, #cathyheller 1 31 full false 30. How to spend your out of office time more intentionally & mindfully - Melissa Kelly 30. How to spend your out of office time more intentionally & mindfully - Melissa Kelly How are you spending your time off? Time at work and time away from work are both part of your precious finite lifetime, so let's be a bit more intentional and mindful about each moment of our life! In this episode, my friend, Melissa Kelly, shares all the tips on how we can approach our time out of office more mindfully, whether that's weekday mornings, evenings, weekends, or vacations.

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]]> How are you spending your time off? Time at work and time away from work are both part of your precious finite lifetime, so let's be a bit more intentional and mindful about each moment of our life! In this episode, my friend, Melissa Kelly, shares all the tips on how we can approach our time out of office more mindfully, whether that's weekday mornings, evenings, weekends, or vacations.

Find more about Melissa:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Melissa Kelly Buzzsprout-11038517 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2487 #meditation, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #journaling, #morning routines, #traveling, #intention setting 1 30 full false 29. Why not meditate? - from IG live with Lesley McShane 29. Why not meditate? - from IG live with Lesley McShane In this bonus episode, I share a conversation where I am being interviewed by my wonderful friend, Lesley McShane. And what do we talk about? Meditation, duh! Lesley is also a firm believer of meditation and she and I share about the benefits we've experienced in our lives.

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]]> In this bonus episode, I share a conversation where I am being interviewed by my wonderful friend, Lesley McShane. And what do we talk about? Meditation, duh! Lesley is also a firm believer of meditation and she and I share about the benefits we've experienced in our lives.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lesley McShane Buzzsprout-11007561 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1540 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening, #midlife 1 29 bonus false 28. The magic of breathwork - Brock Cannon 28. The magic of breathwork - Brock Cannon Have you heard of or done breathwork? If you haven't, I highly recommend trying it out! In this episode, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, Brock Cannon, enlightens us with the magic of breathwork. I had the privilege of attending Brock's breathwork sessions recently and I was completely blown away with the experience.  It truly is fascinating how simple yet profound this practice is!

Find more about Brock at:

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]]> Have you heard of or done breathwork? If you haven't, I highly recommend trying it out! In this episode, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor, Brock Cannon, enlightens us with the magic of breathwork. I had the privilege of attending Brock's breathwork sessions recently and I was completely blown away with the experience.  It truly is fascinating how simple yet profound this practice is!

Find more about Brock at:

Resources discussed in this episode:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10932418 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0500 3430 1 28 full false 27. Supercharging your life with meditation - Misbah Haque 27. Supercharging your life with meditation - Misbah Haque Okay, it's 2022. Things are crazy. Is anyone surviving without meditation? I don't know about you, but I want to thrive and not just survive in this thing called life on planet earth! And Misbah Haque also had the same idea when he went through a metamorphosis phase in his career and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Mibash and I dive into how meditation can impact our thought process, action, creativity, and self-discovery in all aspects of our life.

Are you a podcaster or wanting to start a podcast? Misbah can help you! Get awesome free resources at https://podmahal.com/.  DM him at https://www.instagram.com/podmahal/.

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Okay, it's 2022. Things are crazy. Is anyone surviving without meditation? I don't know about you, but I want to thrive and not just survive in this thing called life on planet earth! And Misbah Haque also had the same idea when he went through a metamorphosis phase in his career and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Mibash and I dive into how meditation can impact our thought process, action, creativity, and self-discovery in all aspects of our life.

Are you a podcaster or wanting to start a podcast? Misbah can help you! Get awesome free resources at https://podmahal.com/.  DM him at https://www.instagram.com/podmahal/.

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Misbah Haque Buzzsprout-10920543 Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3280 #meditation, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #entrepreneurship, #creativity, #transcendental meditation, #health & wellness, #fitness 1 27 full false 26. Raising calm and confident kids using MindFlip method - Heidi Horne 26. Raising calm and confident kids using MindFlip method - Heidi Horne What is the most valuable gift you can give to your kids? Take a moment and meditate on that. Next question: Are you equipped to give that gift to your kids? And here is the hard truth. We can't give what we don't have, and we can't teach what we don't know. After teaching yoga and mindfulness in a corporate setting for many years, Heidi Horne pivoted her focus onto helping kids and parents build their emotional tool boxes, so that they can thrive not just as an individual, but together as a family. Imagine the world where all the kids and parents know how to regulate their nervous system. Now that, is a worthy cause!

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Find more about Heidi at:


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]]> What is the most valuable gift you can give to your kids? Take a moment and meditate on that. Next question: Are you equipped to give that gift to your kids? And here is the hard truth. We can't give what we don't have, and we can't teach what we don't know. After teaching yoga and mindfulness in a corporate setting for many years, Heidi Horne pivoted her focus onto helping kids and parents build their emotional tool boxes, so that they can thrive not just as an individual, but together as a family. Imagine the world where all the kids and parents know how to regulate their nervous system. Now that, is a worthy cause!

Books discussed in this episode:


Find more about Heidi at:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Heidi Horne Buzzsprout-10884720 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3007 #meditation, #creativity, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #kids mental health, #yoga 1 26 full false 25. Meditation + Journaling = Powerful Self-Care - Becca Rae Eagle 25. Meditation + Journaling = Powerful Self-Care - Becca Rae Eagle What is self-care, really? Is it indulging in a bubble bath, chocolate, or getting your nails done? Any of them could be, but it goes deeper than that. In this episode, Becca Rae Eagle shares her journey of finding her own self-care practice, and how mixing journaling and meditation has been a game changer. Becca is a wife, mom, a debuting author, host and producer of the Beckoning Joy podcast. She also identifies herself as a soul tender. She is passionate about helping women re-craft their lives by offering 1 on 1 self-care coaching and guided meditative journal experiences. Also, if you need an accountability partner for your self-care practice, she is more than happy to be one for you!

Resources discussed in this episode:

Find more about Becca at:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> What is self-care, really? Is it indulging in a bubble bath, chocolate, or getting your nails done? Any of them could be, but it goes deeper than that. In this episode, Becca Rae Eagle shares her journey of finding her own self-care practice, and how mixing journaling and meditation has been a game changer. Becca is a wife, mom, a debuting author, host and producer of the Beckoning Joy podcast. She also identifies herself as a soul tender. She is passionate about helping women re-craft their lives by offering 1 on 1 self-care coaching and guided meditative journal experiences. Also, if you need an accountability partner for your self-care practice, she is more than happy to be one for you!

Resources discussed in this episode:

Find more about Becca at:


"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Becca Rae Eagle Buzzsprout-10844916 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2879 #mindfulness, #meditation, #healing, #well-being, #self-care, #journaling, #mental health 1 25 full false 24. The power of meditation at Perimenopause - Polly Warren 24. The power of meditation at Perimenopause - Polly Warren There are phases throughout your life, and every new phase requires a new version of yourself. That's the thing about life, change is the only constant, and staying stagnant in one phase won't do much good. But how can we gracefully walk through different phases of our life, especially if it is something as big as menopause? Health and Life Coach, Polly Warren, went through her own journey of Perimenopause and she is now passionate about helping other women through their journey. And one of the tools she offers is, MEDITATION (surprise surprise)!

How to get in touch with Polly:

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"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> There are phases throughout your life, and every new phase requires a new version of yourself. That's the thing about life, change is the only constant, and staying stagnant in one phase won't do much good. But how can we gracefully walk through different phases of our life, especially if it is something as big as menopause? Health and Life Coach, Polly Warren, went through her own journey of Perimenopause and she is now passionate about helping other women through their journey. And one of the tools she offers is, MEDITATION (surprise surprise)!

How to get in touch with Polly:

Books discussed in this episode:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Polly Warren Buzzsprout-10805818 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2521 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #women's health, #menopause, #perimenopause 1 24 full false 23. Helping kids become resilient through mindfulness practice - Marie-Eve Bernard 23. Helping kids become resilient through mindfulness practice - Marie-Eve Bernard When is the last time you were bored? When is the last time your child was left without any form of entertainment? We are so into being entertained with something external throughout our waking hours. But is it really helping us and our kids? As a licensed naturopath and a certified mindfulness coach, Marie-Eve Bernard is passionate about helping kids build healthy minds and reach their full potential in life, using mindfulness practice as a tool.

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How to contact Marie-Eve:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> When is the last time you were bored? When is the last time your child was left without any form of entertainment? We are so into being entertained with something external throughout our waking hours. But is it really helping us and our kids? As a licensed naturopath and a certified mindfulness coach, Marie-Eve Bernard is passionate about helping kids build healthy minds and reach their full potential in life, using mindfulness practice as a tool.

Books discussed in this episode:

How to contact Marie-Eve:

"Journal - Whispers from your soul" is here! Give yourself and your loved ones a gift of self-care!: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2J8785P/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_taft_p1_i0

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Marie-Eve Bernard Buzzsprout-10761808 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2768 #meditation, #spirituality, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #kids mental health, #resilience, #mindfulness practice 1 23 full false 21. How to overcome obstacles and live an extraordinary life - Terry Tucker 21. How to overcome obstacles and live an extraordinary life - Terry Tucker What determines if you are going to live your life as a winner or as a loser? Who is going to decide if you are a victim of your circumstances? The answer is YOU. It's always up to you. Why? Because you hold the most powerful power, which is your mindset. A motivational speaker and an author, Terry Tucker, has gone through many heath challenges most people would label as tragic. Does he though? No. Instead, he chooses to use his pain and discomfort to make himself a better and stronger version of himself, by shifting his mindset. Find more about Terry at https://www.motivationalcheck.com/. Get his book, “Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life” at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS.

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]]> What determines if you are going to live your life as a winner or as a loser? Who is going to decide if you are a victim of your circumstances? The answer is YOU. It's always up to you. Why? Because you hold the most powerful power, which is your mindset. A motivational speaker and an author, Terry Tucker, has gone through many heath challenges most people would label as tragic. Does he though? No. Instead, he chooses to use his pain and discomfort to make himself a better and stronger version of himself, by shifting his mindset. Find more about Terry at https://www.motivationalcheck.com/. Get his book, “Sustainable Excellence, Ten Principles to Leading Your Uncommon and Extraordinary Life” at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GLGVTVS.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Terry Tucker Buzzsprout-10683055 Fri, 27 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3023 #meditation, #mindset, #cancer warrior, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #self-empowerment, #winning principles, #leadership, #motivational speaker, #recovery 1 21 full false 20. How to start living the life you are meant to live, here and now - Elizabeth Wilson 20. How to start living the life you are meant to live, here and now - Elizabeth Wilson Is there more to life than this? If the answer is yes, how in the world do we go about getting there? Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs is great in theory, but do we ever learn how we can get to the self-actualization stage? In this episode, ontologist, spiritual teacher and coach, Elizabeth Wilson, shares the answer she has reached after going through an extensive amount of studying and her unique life experience. Find out more about her and her husband's ministry, The Sovereign Way, at www.sovereignsolutions.day and https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesovereignway. Register for a free mastermind class they are offering on Thursday, May 26, 2022, 6-8 pm (EDT) at https://www.sovereignsolutions.day/webinar-registration.


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]]> Is there more to life than this? If the answer is yes, how in the world do we go about getting there? Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs is great in theory, but do we ever learn how we can get to the self-actualization stage? In this episode, ontologist, spiritual teacher and coach, Elizabeth Wilson, shares the answer she has reached after going through an extensive amount of studying and her unique life experience. Find out more about her and her husband's ministry, The Sovereign Way, at www.sovereignsolutions.day and https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesovereignway. Register for a free mastermind class they are offering on Thursday, May 26, 2022, 6-8 pm (EDT) at https://www.sovereignsolutions.day/webinar-registration.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Elizabeth Wilson Buzzsprout-10648908 Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3828 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-actualization, #sovereign 1 20 full false 19. How to empower yourself and live the best life - Brenda Winkle 19. How to empower yourself and live the best life - Brenda Winkle Self-care anyone? That term is overused everywhere, and yet, do you really know what that means to you on a day to day basis? How are you taking care of you physically, mentally, and emotionally? Do you have the proper knowledge and tools? An energy expert, an empowerment coach, and an Advanced ThetaHealing® Meditation Technique Practitioner, Brenda Winkle, shares practical action steps you can start implementing into your life today. Her overarching message is: You matter. It’s never selfish to choose you. When you choose you, you have so much more to give to other people in your life. Everything starts from you!

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]]> Self-care anyone? That term is overused everywhere, and yet, do you really know what that means to you on a day to day basis? How are you taking care of you physically, mentally, and emotionally? Do you have the proper knowledge and tools? An energy expert, an empowerment coach, and an Advanced ThetaHealing® Meditation Technique Practitioner, Brenda Winkle, shares practical action steps you can start implementing into your life today. Her overarching message is: You matter. It’s never selfish to choose you. When you choose you, you have so much more to give to other people in your life. Everything starts from you!

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Brenda Winkle Buzzsprout-10595573 Fri, 13 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3090 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care 1 19 full false 18. How to live a life full of love, joy, and laughter - Lynn Meadowcroft 18. How to live a life full of love, joy, and laughter - Lynn Meadowcroft Life full of love, joy, and laughter? Is that a unicorn or an urban legend? The answer is neither. It is indeed how you are meant to live. But wait, how? In this episode, a women's empowerment coach, Lynn Meadowcroft, shares her healing journey and what she learned along the way has became the work she offers to women all over the world today. Find more about her online courses at http://www.lynnmeadowcroft.com. Contact her at https://www.instagram.com/lynn_meadowcroft/ and https://www.facebook.com/lynn.meadowcroft.

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]]> Life full of love, joy, and laughter? Is that a unicorn or an urban legend? The answer is neither. It is indeed how you are meant to live. But wait, how? In this episode, a women's empowerment coach, Lynn Meadowcroft, shares her healing journey and what she learned along the way has became the work she offers to women all over the world today. Find more about her online courses at http://www.lynnmeadowcroft.com. Contact her at https://www.instagram.com/lynn_meadowcroft/ and https://www.facebook.com/lynn.meadowcroft.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lynn Meadowcroft Buzzsprout-10565729 Fri, 06 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3177 1 18 full false 17. My podcasting journey - What's happening behind the scenes 17. My podcasting journey - What's happening behind the scenes Have you been searching for something new in your life? Something meaningful. Something uniquely you. Something helpful for the collective. Your contribution. If you have been, you are not alone. This is exactly why I started this podcast, 4 months ago. After a few years of search, last fall, I finally found my business coach, Cathy Heller (https://www.cathyheller.com/). And that was the beginning of this wonderful adventure I am currently on! In this solo episode, I share how my podcasting journey has been so far.

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]]> Have you been searching for something new in your life? Something meaningful. Something uniquely you. Something helpful for the collective. Your contribution. If you have been, you are not alone. This is exactly why I started this podcast, 4 months ago. After a few years of search, last fall, I finally found my business coach, Cathy Heller (https://www.cathyheller.com/). And that was the beginning of this wonderful adventure I am currently on! In this solo episode, I share how my podcasting journey has been so far.

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10524716 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 900 #meditation, #well-being, #transformation, #self-care, #self-growth, #podcasting, #self-development 1 17 full false 16. How meditation helped a coach to come out of burnout and coach again - Tanya Allaire 16. How meditation helped a coach to come out of burnout and coach again - Tanya Allaire Are you experiencing a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion due to excessive and prolonged stress? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands? If so, you might be experiencing what's called "burnout" and welcome to the club!

A relationship therapist and a life coach, Tanya Allaire, shares her experience of burnout and how profoundly meditation impacted her own healing journey. Now that she has gone through and come out of the journey, she can guide others through the process. Reach out to Tanya via her website http://www.veritas-coaching.ca or her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/veritascoach. Follow daily inspiration at https://www.instagram.com/thepact2022/ or https://www.facebook.com/groups/212731027608745.

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]]> Are you experiencing a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion due to excessive and prolonged stress? Do you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands? If so, you might be experiencing what's called "burnout" and welcome to the club!

A relationship therapist and a life coach, Tanya Allaire, shares her experience of burnout and how profoundly meditation impacted her own healing journey. Now that she has gone through and come out of the journey, she can guide others through the process. Reach out to Tanya via her website http://www.veritas-coaching.ca or her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/veritascoach. Follow daily inspiration at https://www.instagram.com/thepact2022/ or https://www.facebook.com/groups/212731027608745.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Tanya Allaire Buzzsprout-10481697 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4142 #meditation, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health, #burnout, #healing 1 16 full false 15. How to awaken your life purpose and live in your passions - Dawn Maynor 15. How to awaken your life purpose and live in your passions - Dawn Maynor Do you ever feel maybe there is more to life than you've been experiencing so far? You know something is missing in your life, but you don't know what that is. You also don't know how to find your life purpose, if there's such a thing. Well, you are not alone. Dawn Maynor searched for a way out of her depression and found solace in yoga, meditation, reiki, and dream boarding. And that's exactly what she now teaches so that more people can awaken their life purpose, live in their passions, find a sense of peace, and manifest their dreams. Find more about her 4-week online course called “Manifest More” at https://www.instagram.com/yoga.dreams.reiki/.

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]]> Do you ever feel maybe there is more to life than you've been experiencing so far? You know something is missing in your life, but you don't know what that is. You also don't know how to find your life purpose, if there's such a thing. Well, you are not alone. Dawn Maynor searched for a way out of her depression and found solace in yoga, meditation, reiki, and dream boarding. And that's exactly what she now teaches so that more people can awaken their life purpose, live in their passions, find a sense of peace, and manifest their dreams. Find more about her 4-week online course called “Manifest More” at https://www.instagram.com/yoga.dreams.reiki/.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Dawn Maynor Buzzsprout-10441395 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3865 #yoga, #meditation, #reiki, #healing, #dream board, #vision board, #manifestation 1 15 full false 14. Let’s meditate together! - Guided meditation 14. Let’s meditate together! - Guided meditation This is a special episode! Today, I am NOT going to talk about how great mindfulness meditation is. Wait, what? You heard (read?) me right. Instead, you and I are actually going to meditate together! I will guide you through this short 10-minute meditation. So, grab your cushion and take a seat. Let's begin!

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]]> This is a special episode! Today, I am NOT going to talk about how great mindfulness meditation is. Wait, what? You heard (read?) me right. Instead, you and I are actually going to meditate together! I will guide you through this short 10-minute meditation. So, grab your cushion and take a seat. Let's begin!

Thank you, Jordan Jessep, for this beautiful music! Find more of Jordan's work at: https://jordanjessep.com/


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10394548 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 798 #guided meditation, #mindfulness, #meditation, #healing, #well-being, #self-care 1 14 full false 13. Coming home to yourself - Mimi Projovic 13. Coming home to yourself - Mimi Projovic Are you feeling all of your emotions, or do you tend to avoid them, because... it's kinda scary to go there? Sorry to spread this news, but you can't choose to only feel certain types of emotions. If you avoid feeling sadness by shutting yourself down, you also avoid feeling joy. In this episode, my dear friend, Mimi Projovic, shares her personal journey of coming home to herself. She shares how she faced with her emotions and came out of the other side. Her transformation is literally like the metamorphosis caterpillars go through in order to become butterflies. So, if you are currently in the middle of the dark tunnel, keep going, my friends. The only way out, is through. And there is a light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how long that tunnel seems.

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]]> Are you feeling all of your emotions, or do you tend to avoid them, because... it's kinda scary to go there? Sorry to spread this news, but you can't choose to only feel certain types of emotions. If you avoid feeling sadness by shutting yourself down, you also avoid feeling joy. In this episode, my dear friend, Mimi Projovic, shares her personal journey of coming home to herself. She shares how she faced with her emotions and came out of the other side. Her transformation is literally like the metamorphosis caterpillars go through in order to become butterflies. So, if you are currently in the middle of the dark tunnel, keep going, my friends. The only way out, is through. And there is a light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how long that tunnel seems.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Mimi Projovic Buzzsprout-10350236 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2838 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening 1 13 full false 12. How meditation can make you more creative 12. How meditation can make you more creative Do you want to become creative? Well, sorry, that's a trick question, because you already are! The right question for me to ask is, do you want to become MORE creative? If your answer is "Yes!" I have good news for you! Practicing mindfulness meditation daily can make you more creative! Hooray! All the scientific data is there, but why don't you try it in your own life and see it in your own eyes? Whether you are a renowned artist, or an inventor of the next coolest thing, or neither of them, I believe your life is better off with more creativity. Let's upgrade your life by decreasing stress and increasing creativity, one meditation session a day!

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]]> Do you want to become creative? Well, sorry, that's a trick question, because you already are! The right question for me to ask is, do you want to become MORE creative? If your answer is "Yes!" I have good news for you! Practicing mindfulness meditation daily can make you more creative! Hooray! All the scientific data is there, but why don't you try it in your own life and see it in your own eyes? Whether you are a renowned artist, or an inventor of the next coolest thing, or neither of them, I believe your life is better off with more creativity. Let's upgrade your life by decreasing stress and increasing creativity, one meditation session a day!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10311782 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 675 #meditation, #creativity, #well-being, #life hack, #mindfulness, #mental health 1 12 full false 11. From party girl to psychic - Vikki Luke 11. From party girl to psychic - Vikki Luke Life works until it doesn't, doesn't it? When you find yourself at the rock bottom or in the midst of the season of darkness, that's exactly when your personal development gets a kick start. A global transformational coach and soul activator, Vikki Luke, was there 9 years ago, and today she is on a mission to help 1 billion people reconnect with their dreams and live a purposeful life. Find Vikki’s information including her coaching sessions and upcoming retreat at vikkiluke.com. Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vikki.luke/. 

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]]> Life works until it doesn't, doesn't it? When you find yourself at the rock bottom or in the midst of the season of darkness, that's exactly when your personal development gets a kick start. A global transformational coach and soul activator, Vikki Luke, was there 9 years ago, and today she is on a mission to help 1 billion people reconnect with their dreams and live a purposeful life. Find Vikki’s information including her coaching sessions and upcoming retreat at vikkiluke.com. Follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vikki.luke/. 

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Vikki Luke Buzzsprout-10262821 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3407 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing 1 11 full true 10. 7 fundamental attitudes of mindfulness meditation 10. 7 fundamental attitudes of mindfulness meditation So you've started meditating! Yay! You are getting a hang of sitting down for 10, 15, 20 minutes every day. Now what? This is a great time for you to learn the attitudes you can approach your practice with!

7 attitudes of mindfulness meditation

  1. Non-judging
  2. Patience
  3. Beginner's mind
  4. Trust
  5. Non-striving
  6. Acceptance
  7. Letting go

You can learn more by reading "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41016873-full-catastrophe-living

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]]> So you've started meditating! Yay! You are getting a hang of sitting down for 10, 15, 20 minutes every day. Now what? This is a great time for you to learn the attitudes you can approach your practice with!

7 attitudes of mindfulness meditation

  1. Non-judging
  2. Patience
  3. Beginner's mind
  4. Trust
  5. Non-striving
  6. Acceptance
  7. Letting go

You can learn more by reading "Full Catastrophe Living" by Jon Kabat-Zinn https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41016873-full-catastrophe-living

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10221262 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1022 #mindfulness, #meditation, #well-being, #awakening, #self-care 1 10 full false 9. How to live your life with more joy - Darrell Jones 9. How to live your life with more joy - Darrell Jones Do you take time to connect with yourself everyday? You might exercise your body to stay fit, but do you exercise and train your mind and spirit? How fit is your soul? A minister, spiritual director and mindfulness coach, Darrell Jones, shares his wisdom based on his 20 years of personal practice and 13 years of professional experience. His book, "Soul Gym: A manual to connect mind, body & spirit for soulful living" guides you through the step-by-step process of how to train your internal self so that you can live life with less suffering and more joy.

Connect with Darrell at https://www.revdarrelljones.com/. Download Chill Anywhere app at https://apps.apple.com/ua/app/chill-anywhere/id1495305049 or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=chillanywhere.app today and start meditating!


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]]> Do you take time to connect with yourself everyday? You might exercise your body to stay fit, but do you exercise and train your mind and spirit? How fit is your soul? A minister, spiritual director and mindfulness coach, Darrell Jones, shares his wisdom based on his 20 years of personal practice and 13 years of professional experience. His book, "Soul Gym: A manual to connect mind, body & spirit for soulful living" guides you through the step-by-step process of how to train your internal self so that you can live life with less suffering and more joy.

Connect with Darrell at https://www.revdarrelljones.com/. Download Chill Anywhere app at https://apps.apple.com/ua/app/chill-anywhere/id1495305049 or https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=chillanywhere.app today and start meditating!


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Darrell Jones Buzzsprout-10183847 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3075 #mindfulness, #meditation, #well-being, #awakening, #self-care, #mental health, #spirituality 1 9 full false 8. A decade of meditation - Katelynn Corman 8. A decade of meditation - Katelynn Corman So you've been meditating for a week, a month, a year, and a decade...! Wow... take a moment and picture yourself 10 years from today. How different can your life be, if you decide to meditate just for 5 short minutes everyday? In this episode, Katelynn Corman shares her journey for the last 10 years and how meditation has shaped who she is today. Follow her insightful projects at https://www.instagram.com/katelynn.corman/. Subscribe to her podcast, "Queens will Shine" https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/queens-will-shine/id1604874501.

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Dr. Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/
Book "Becoming Supernatural": https://drjoedispenza.com/products/becoming-supernatural-by-dr-joe-dispenza-paperback-book

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]]> So you've been meditating for a week, a month, a year, and a decade...! Wow... take a moment and picture yourself 10 years from today. How different can your life be, if you decide to meditate just for 5 short minutes everyday? In this episode, Katelynn Corman shares her journey for the last 10 years and how meditation has shaped who she is today. Follow her insightful projects at https://www.instagram.com/katelynn.corman/. Subscribe to her podcast, "Queens will Shine" https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/queens-will-shine/id1604874501.

Resources discussed:
Dr. Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/
Book "Becoming Supernatural": https://drjoedispenza.com/products/becoming-supernatural-by-dr-joe-dispenza-paperback-book

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Katelynn Corman Buzzsprout-10138461 Fri, 25 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 3105 #yoga, #meditation, #well-being, #mental health, #healing, #spirituality, #awakening 1 8 full false 7. How to meditate - Let's get down to business, shall we? 7. How to meditate - Let's get down to business, shall we? So now you know too much about the wonderful benefits of meditation, and you are ready to actually do it! But how? Where do I start? What's the right way to meditate? In this episode, host Masako is going to walk you through the step by step process of how to start your own meditation practice, addressing all the basics from where, when, how long, and how. She also shares her current meditation practice as well as her morning routines. Come join the Facebook group "Why not meditate?" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525) and share how you are building your own practice and connect with other meditators!

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]]> So now you know too much about the wonderful benefits of meditation, and you are ready to actually do it! But how? Where do I start? What's the right way to meditate? In this episode, host Masako is going to walk you through the step by step process of how to start your own meditation practice, addressing all the basics from where, when, how long, and how. She also shares her current meditation practice as well as her morning routines. Come join the Facebook group "Why not meditate?" (https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525) and share how you are building your own practice and connect with other meditators!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-10096561 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 904 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care 1 7 full false 6. Make life fun! - Jocey Wiitanen 6. Make life fun! - Jocey Wiitanen How much fun do you want to have in your everyday life? Jocey Wiitanen is a mom on a mission to help women to find beauty within themselves, dream bigger dreams, and have fun! In this episode, Jocey shares her personal journey and how she started her coaching business (https://www.instagram.com/backroadscoaching/) and "Make Life Fun" podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-life-fun/id1597505063), powered by meditation. Get Jocey's free MP3 meditation, VIP waitlist, Get Clear on Your Why freebie, and coaching at https://linktr.ee/joceywiitanen.

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]]> How much fun do you want to have in your everyday life? Jocey Wiitanen is a mom on a mission to help women to find beauty within themselves, dream bigger dreams, and have fun! In this episode, Jocey shares her personal journey and how she started her coaching business (https://www.instagram.com/backroadscoaching/) and "Make Life Fun" podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-life-fun/id1597505063), powered by meditation. Get Jocey's free MP3 meditation, VIP waitlist, Get Clear on Your Why freebie, and coaching at https://linktr.ee/joceywiitanen.

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Jocey Wiitanen Buzzsprout-10025327 Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0600 3150 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care 1 6 full false 5. A life reimagined through meditation - Lisa Roppo 5. A life reimagined through meditation - Lisa Roppo How much can daily meditation change your life within one short year? After many years of living within abusive relationships, Lisa Roppo finally faced with her shadow. By following inspired actions, she started meditation one year ago, and her life has completely changed to the extent that her former self and life are almost unrecognizable. The essence of her message throughout this episode is that it is not too late to change and reimagine your life. Now her mission is to spread the good news of meditation and build a community to help other women recover from abuse through spiritual practices. Follow Lisa at  https://www.instagram.com/a.life.reimagined/ and connect with her community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/440462947229124/.  She can also be reached via email at a.life.reimagined1@gmail.com. 

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]]> How much can daily meditation change your life within one short year? After many years of living within abusive relationships, Lisa Roppo finally faced with her shadow. By following inspired actions, she started meditation one year ago, and her life has completely changed to the extent that her former self and life are almost unrecognizable. The essence of her message throughout this episode is that it is not too late to change and reimagine your life. Now her mission is to spread the good news of meditation and build a community to help other women recover from abuse through spiritual practices. Follow Lisa at  https://www.instagram.com/a.life.reimagined/ and connect with her community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/440462947229124/.  She can also be reached via email at a.life.reimagined1@gmail.com. 

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]]> Masako Kozawa / Lisa Roppo Buzzsprout-9909153 Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2759 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care 1 5 full false 4. Why meditate? - Are you stressed out? 4. Why meditate? - Are you stressed out? Are you stressed out...? In this episode, we explore how our thoughts alone can make us sick or well. What, really!? Yes, you read it right, and that's great news. You are more powerful than you were made to believe. It's time to kick the stress off your driving seat and take over the steering wheel of your life. Let's do this together, one breath at a time.

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https://drjoedispenza.com/

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]]> Are you stressed out...? In this episode, we explore how our thoughts alone can make us sick or well. What, really!? Yes, you read it right, and that's great news. You are more powerful than you were made to believe. It's time to kick the stress off your driving seat and take over the steering wheel of your life. Let's do this together, one breath at a time.

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-9698149 Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 643 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care, #stress management, #mental health 1 4 full false 3. Alchemizing trauma through meditation - Walkyria Whitlock 3. Alchemizing trauma through meditation - Walkyria Whitlock Painful life experiences, anyone? If you've been around for a hot minute, chances are you've gone through them. And now what? Do you see yourself as a victim because of them, or do you see them as a precious teacher? Walkyria Whitlock, poet, entrepreneur, yoga instructor, philanthropist, and world traveler, shares how she is using the traumatic experience in her early life to bless others and how meditation has been the tool that helps her go through the transformation. Follow Walkyria on Instagram @walkyria_whitlock_. Order her book "i LOVE what i've forgotten" and follow her exciting projects https://www.walkyriawhitlock.com/.


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]]> Painful life experiences, anyone? If you've been around for a hot minute, chances are you've gone through them. And now what? Do you see yourself as a victim because of them, or do you see them as a precious teacher? Walkyria Whitlock, poet, entrepreneur, yoga instructor, philanthropist, and world traveler, shares how she is using the traumatic experience in her early life to bless others and how meditation has been the tool that helps her go through the transformation. Follow Walkyria on Instagram @walkyria_whitlock_. Order her book "i LOVE what i've forgotten" and follow her exciting projects https://www.walkyriawhitlock.com/.


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]]> Masako Kozawa / Walkyria Whitlock Buzzsprout-9868135 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2830 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #self-care 1 3 full false 2. What is mindfulness meditation? 2. What is mindfulness meditation? What is mindfulness meditation anyways? In this episode, the basics of mindfulness meditation is explained in the simplest way, followed by a quick exercise you can do in your everyday life that could take you into a state of tranquility. Meditation is ancient, but hey, it doesn't have to be that complicated. Let's do this together!

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]]> What is mindfulness meditation anyways? In this episode, the basics of mindfulness meditation is explained in the simplest way, followed by a quick exercise you can do in your everyday life that could take you into a state of tranquility. Meditation is ancient, but hey, it doesn't have to be that complicated. Let's do this together!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-9588550 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 566 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mental health, #self-care 1 2 full false 1. How did I get here? - My personal journey 1. How did I get here? - My personal journey Who am I? Why and how did I start meditation and come to a point of even starting this podcast!? In this episode, I share my personal life journey in a nutshell. Maybe you can relate to some of the experience I went through. 

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]]> Who am I? Why and how did I start meditation and come to a point of even starting this podcast!? In this episode, I share my personal life journey in a nutshell. Maybe you can relate to some of the experience I went through. 

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-9588332 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1107 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #spiritual journey, #self-care 1 1 full false Bonus episode - New year's resolution? Bonus episode - New year's resolution? Ahhhh... it's almost the end of another year! New year's resolution, anyone? Well, let me share a secret of how to effectively make a new year's resolution that will not leave you feeling ashamed come in February. Instead, the resolution that will have a long-lasting impact on every single area of your life. Get ready. Your 2022 deserves you showing up fully, better aligned, ever. 


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]]> Ahhhh... it's almost the end of another year! New year's resolution, anyone? Well, let me share a secret of how to effectively make a new year's resolution that will not leave you feeling ashamed come in February. Instead, the resolution that will have a long-lasting impact on every single area of your life. Get ready. Your 2022 deserves you showing up fully, better aligned, ever. 


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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-9782014 Sat, 25 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 500 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #new years resolution, #self-care, #mental health 1 bonus false Welcome to "Why not meditate?"! Welcome to "Why not meditate?"! Welcome! I am so glad you are here! Are you ready for a major upgrade in your everyday life? Meditation has been the biggest game changer in my life, and I can't wait for you to experience its benefits to the fullest!

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]]> Welcome! I am so glad you are here! Are you ready for a major upgrade in your everyday life? Meditation has been the biggest game changer in my life, and I can't wait for you to experience its benefits to the fullest!

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]]> Masako Kozawa Buzzsprout-9477085 Tue, 02 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500 206 #meditation, #spirituality, #awakening, #well-being, #transformation, #healing, #mindfulness, #self-care trailer false