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!

About Akiko:

• Website: Akiko Hoshihara

Resources discussed in this episode:

• What is Reiki?
• How to navigate your Saturn Return
• What is Yakudoshi?
• What are sacred geometries?
• The 8 Clair senses
• What is Parts Work?
• 10 ways to connect with your higher self
• Age regression hypnotherapy

Ways to connect with Masako:

• Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!
• Why not meditate? FB Group
• whynotmeditate.podcast IG
• masakozawa_coaching IG
• Website

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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.

About Sharon:

• Fermentlicious - The best sauerkraut!
• Sharon's Ayurveda Practices
• Happy Bellies Matter
• Follow Fermentlicious on Instagram

Resources discussed in this episode:

• What is Saturn Mahadasha?
• What is Vedic Astrology?
• We are made of more bacteria cells than human cells.
• Germ theory vs. Terrain theory
• What are the Ayurveda Doshas?
• What is Hashimoto's Disease?
• Who is Donna Gates?
• "All disease begins in the gut" - Hippocrates
• California College of Ayurveda
• What is Panchakarma?
• The history of Ringling brothers, circus, and Sarasota
• How to live your Dharma (purpose)

Ways to connect with Masako:

• Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!
• Why not meditate? FB Group
• whynotmeditate.podcast IG
• masakozawa_coaching IG
• Website

Support the show

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.

About Sintia:

• Niagara Wellness
• YOUniversity
• AwareHouse

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Sahaj Samadhi Meditation
• Barbara Brennan School of Healing
• What is Family Constellation Therapy?
• What is Gestalt Therapy?
• Art of Living Healing Breath
• What is lucid dreaming?
• What is Holotropic Breathwork?

Ways to connect with Masako:

• Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!
• Why not meditate? FB Group
• whynotmeditate.podcast IG
• masakozawa_coaching IG
• Website

Support the show