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 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
• Listen to the second episode of this series: Two Japanese women explore inner child healing

About Akiko:

• Website: Akiko Hoshihara
• Akiko's Instagram

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Dr. Sue Morter
• Book "The Energy Codes" by Dr. Sue Morter
• The spiritual significance of the rose
• Crystals for protection and how to use them
• Palo Santo vs. Sage: Which is better for smudging?
• The 5 Principles of Reiki
• Dolores Cannon and her work
• The New Earth by Dolores Cannon

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 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 website
• Soul Elevation Podcast
• Book: Your Authentic Awakening: A Guide to Everyday Spiritual Living
• Sign 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 Group
• whynotmeditate.podcast IG
• masakozawa_coaching IG
• Website

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 Hoshihara
• Akiko's Instagram

Resources discussed in this episode:

• 8 Ways to Start Healing Your Inner Child
• What is age regression therapy?

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