Why not meditate?

“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:

• Who is Joseph Campbell?

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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:

• Alana's IG
• Membership program on Patreon
• Custom songwriting program
• Inspired Grownups podcast
• Alana Banana Show on Youtube

Resources discussed in this episode:

• How Meditation Can Change Your Life with Masako Kozawa - Inspired Grownups podcast
• Self-Realization Fellowship
• Book "You can heal your life" by Louise Hay
• What is Kundalini Yoga?
• What is vocal toning?
• Chakra & tone connection

**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!

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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:

• Email: [email protected]
• Read Joann's article on Reiki Magazine here

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Episode 59 with Maria McKeon
• What is Kirtan?
• How does Harmonium sound?
• What is Reiki?
• Who is Ram Dass?
• Explore the world of sound healing

Additional resources:

• Kirtan artist - Krishna Das
• Kirtan artist - Snatam Kaur
• Kirtan artist - Jai Jagdeesh
• Kirtan artist - Girish Cruden
• Kirtan artist - Deva Premal & Miten
• Kirtan artist - Sam Garrett
• Kirtan artist - Nirinjan Kaur
• Kirtan artist - Ajeet Kaur
• Great music for Reiki by Deuter
• Great music for Reiki by Julie True
• Great music for Reiki by Peter Kater
• Practice of the Power of Eight

**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!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masakozawa_coaching/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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!

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masakozawa_coaching/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masakozawa_coaching/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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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

• Tara's IG
• Tara's email: [email protected]
• Schedule 20 min initial consultation here
• Advanced Rejuvenation Clinic
• All the supplements mentioned can be found here (Use discount code “tarasmith” and get 5% off!)

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Dr. John Lieurance
• Kensho Studio - Breathwork + Cold Plunge
• What is Lyme Disease?
• What is Methylene Blue?
• Sauna Space
• GlutaStat
• Meditation Mist
• Dr. Joe Dispenza
• Dr. Bruce Lipton
• What is SIBO?
• Peter Attia - The Science and Art of Longevity
• What is DNA Methylation?
• What are Peptides?

**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!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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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

• Kristen's website
• Kristen's IG
• Kristen's FB
• Build Your Own Fairytale podcast

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Coach Cathy Heller
• Journal - Whispers from your soul
• Episode 38 with imagination coach, Christoph Weigert

**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!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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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:

• Maya's website
• Maya's IG
• Listen to Maya's music on Apple Music
• Listen to Maya's music on Spotify

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Fred Rogers
• "Like the morning dew" by Laura Mvula
• Benefits of drumming on ADHD
• Dr. Kristian Strang

**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!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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**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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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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:

• "The four agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz
• "Becoming supernatural" by Dr. Joe Dispenza (I do not recommend audio version.)
• "Outwitting the devil" by Napoleon Hill
• "The untethered soul" by Michael A. Singer
• "Busting loose from the money game" by Robert Scheinfeld

Let's connect!

• Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/151528407196525
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynotmeditate.podcast/
• Website: https://masakozawa.com/

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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