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✨ Live Breathwork with Masako: Join me Sunday, October 4th at 10 AM Eastern for a 45-minute guided session. More info here: https://www.masakozawa.com/breathwork-registration-7 ✨  What if that feeling that there must be more to life is actually an invitation to follow your intuition? In this episode, I am joined by Lauri Sophia Rose, a certified hypnotist, spiritual teacher, counselor, and ascension guide.  What intrigued me most about Lauri is that she has spent many years navigating both the corporate world and the spiritual realm. In our conversation, we explore what it can look like to bring spirituality, intuition, and deeper self-awareness into our very human, everyday lives. If you've ever felt that quiet knowing that there is more for you, this conversation is an invitation to listen inward, follow the nudge, and explore where it might lead. About Lauri: Website: https://theheartofsophia.com/Email: [email protected] also offers a free meditation designed to help you connect with and balance the different parts of yourself. Email her directly to receive it. Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!whynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the show

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! — If this episode resonated with you, I would be so grateful if you shared it with someone who might need it, left a review, or subscribed to the podcast. Your support helps more people discover these conversations and keeps this mission growing. Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the show

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. About Ginger: Website: www.theembodiedfrequency.comGet on a waitlist for The Awakened Woman A Soul Frequency Journey!InstagramTiktok Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. About Elizabeth: Website: https://www.elizabethisgolden.com/ Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

✨ 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. About Kellie Jean: Website: https://kelliejeanreiki.com/Free guided meditation: Meditation for grounding & releasing Resources discussed in this episode: Who is Tara and what is Tara Practice?What is Violet Flame? Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

✨ 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. About Kathy: Website: www.soulfriendretreats.comInstagram: Soul Friend Retreats | Group Travel Adventures (@soulfriend_retreats)Sedona Sacred Soul Journey All-Inclusive Women’s Retreat, April 26–30, 2026: Use the code WHYNOT100 to receive $100 off! Resources discussed in this episode: Book "SIGNS" by Laura Lynne Jackson Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the show

✨ 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. About Frida: Website: https://www.fridakarsberg.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fridakarsbergcoachUpcoming retreat: https://www.fridakarsberg.com/group-events Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

✨ 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 wellnessAlign body, mind, and energy through micro practicesStep into transformation through meditation and breathwork About Lisa: Website: https://www.leapwellness.health/Instagram: www.instagram.com/lisagingerysmith/ Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. Listen to Episode 131: Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healingListen to Episode 132: Embracing your soul’s assignment: Why you reincarnated nowListen to the first episode of this series: Two Japanese women explore Reiki, energy, and healing Listen to the second episode of this series: Two Japanese women explore inner child healing About Akiko: Website: Akiko HoshiharaAkiko's Instagram Resources discussed in this episode: Dr. Sue MorterBook "The Energy Codes" by Dr. Sue MorterThe spiritual significance of the roseCrystals for protection and how to use themPalo Santo vs. Sage: Which is better for smudging?The 5 Principles of ReikiDolores Cannon and her workThe New Earth by Dolores Cannon Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. About Kara: Kara's websiteSoul Elevation PodcastBook: Your Authentic Awakening: A Guide to Everyday Spiritual LivingSign up for Miracles Summit here Resources discussed in this episode: Dr. Sue Morter Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. Listen to Episode 131: Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healing Listen to Episode 132: Embracing your soul’s assignment: Why you reincarnated now Listen to the first episode of this series: Two Japanese women explore Reiki, energy, and healing  About Akiko: Website: Akiko HoshiharaAkiko's Instagram Resources discussed in this episode: 8 Ways to Start Healing Your Inner ChildWhat is age regression therapy? Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the show

**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. About Noreen: Website: Lifestyle360.co Resources discussed in this episode: What is Kundalini awakening?What is QiGong?What is astral travel?Find out your life path number!Try Embryonic Breathing!What is light language and how to learn it?What is a light body?What is shadow work? Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. Listen to Episode 131: Reclaiming your true self: Spiritual awakening and inner child healing Listen to Episode 132: Embracing your soul’s assignment: Why you reincarnated now About Akiko: Website: Akiko HoshiharaAkiko's Instagram Resources discussed in this episode: Meaning of Reiki7 layers of aura + 7 chakrasChakras, Meridians, & DantiansYin & Yang EnergiesShinto way - Seeing spirits in everything Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. About Zachary: instagram.com/zachary_pontrello/ Resources discussed in this episode: Four Noble Truths & Eightfold Path Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show

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. About Maria & The Wellness Space: WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedIn Resources discussed in this episode: What is Instinctive Meditation? Ways to connect with Masako: Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsite Support the show