Aligning with Purpose

Episode Description: In this episode, Amanda Crater joins us to discuss how the resilience of her family’s Holocaust survival shaped her life and how it shaped her purpose she brings to the world. We dive into destigmatizing mental health, showing up authentically and what true success means. Come join us for a real, vulnerable conversation Watch the podcast on YouTube! FIND AMANDA CRATER: https:/...

Episode Description: Monet Maeda is a Social Media Freelancer, and she joins the podcast to share her story about quitting corporate to travel solo to Japan for 3 months. We talk about everything from our friendship that started on Bumble BFF, reflections on her marketing career, and the invaluable life lessons she's gaining in this new chapter after leaving corporate. Watch this episode to get in...

Episode Description: Join me in welcoming our first podcast guest Lora Smuts! Lora is a marketing project manager and music curator, with previous roles working for entertainment giants like Disney, Netflix, and TikTok . She left corporate to find more alignment in her life and in this episode, she shares the story of her pivotal career move: leaving the corporate structure to start freelancing. S...

Episode Description: Join me for my reflections on making friends in my late 20s, my spiritual awakening and what it's taught me, how I incorporate holistic health practices in my daily life, and experiencing my first fall in NYC. Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpurpose.pod TikTok @juliyoshi TikTok @aligningwithpurpose.pod CONTACT: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ awp@hap...

Episode Description: This week, I’m honoring the legacy of my grandparents by confronting the painful history of the Japanese American incarceration camps . I’ll discuss how this history still shapes my modern identity as an Asian American woman, and my experiences growing up Asian American in the US. This one is a tribute to my grandparents. Watch the podcast on YouTube! RESOURCES: https://densho...

Episode Description: Let's face the truth about the invisible threats lurking in our fridge, pantries and bathroom cabinets. We're talking about the sneaky chemicals and toxins hidden in our everyday foods and products— Although we can't fully escape it, I'll also be sharing a few practical tips so you can incorporate them into your life to live cleaner and healthier! Watch the podcast on YouTube!...

Episode Description: Reflecting on my 29 years of life, join me as I share the 29 lessons I've collected over nearly three decades. We'll chat about having a better perspective on your life and how to change your mindset , growing pains , and all the opportunities that are ahead of you ! This is part 2 of 2! Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpurpose...

Episode Description: Reflecting on my 29 years of life, join me as I share the 29 lessons I've collected over nearly three decades. We'll dive into everything from navigating relationships , having healthy boundaries with friends , to building the best self-worth for yourself and future you. This is part 1 of 2! Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpur...

Episode Description: Dreaming of moving to NYC? Join me tour NYC apartments as I document this exciting and stressful apartment hunting process. This episode provides all the tips and tricks to securing your dream apartment (what season to move, flex walls, avoiding apartments near restaurants, etc). Take a peak inside my dream New York City apartment and see all the ones I toured! ** This episode...

Episode Description: Welcome to the first unscripted episode! I'll share my reflection of my recent trip to Italy, including an unexpected moment of grief. This episode also covers life in NYC, and honesty about how I feel about the podcast so far. Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpurpose.pod TikTok @juliyoshi TikTok @aligningwithpurpose.pod CONTAC...

Episode Description: Hear my story of taking control of my health by embracing holistic living. This is a deep dive into my personal journey of how I reversed my prediabetes, detailing the lifestyle changes and practical steps I took to heal. I'll share how to find answers beyond conventional and Western medicine and challenge the complexities of the American healthcare system. Let's build a commu...

Episode Description: Are you feeling stuck in the corporate world and dreaming of a change? In this candid episode, we're talking about going back to the hospitality industry after quitting corporate. We get honest about the personal and professional challenges of this career pivot and explore what it truly takes to find fulfillment outside of the corporate ladder. Watch the podcast on YouTube! SO...

Episode Description: In this episode, we're tackling breakups. We'll explore what self-worth truly looks like after a relationship ends and share actionable advice for recovering in a healthy and empowering way. The themes in this episode can also be applied to other challenges in your life. Join us as we navigate the healing process and redefine what it means to love yourself first! Watch the pod...

Episode Description: A heartfelt and honest reflection on leaving the familiar comfort of Los Angeles for a new adventure. This is a tribute to the city that raised me, and a guide on how you can navigate the exciting, terrifying chapter of moving to a new city with no job. Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpurpose.pod TikTok @juliyoshi CONTACT: awp...

Episode Description: I'll be sharing my story about leaving my dream job and finding the courage to quit corporate. Spilling the tea on Hollywood, sharing toxic work stories, and finally learning to take a leap of faith to close this chapter Watch the podcast on YouTube! SOCIALS: Instagram @juliyoshi Instagram @aligningwithpurpose.pod TikTok @juliyoshi CONTACT: awp@happytanuki.co New episodes ever...

✨🌸 Introducing Aligning with Purpose! 🌸✨ I'm so excited to bring this podcast to life and finally share it out with you 😊 This year has been full of changes— from my decision to quit corporate to moving to a new city in my late 20s (with no job). I’m redefining what success looks like to me in pursuit of finding more purpose in my life I hope Aligning with Purpose will help anyone who’s feeli...