Dr Espen Podcast 101. Finding Balance: Spirituality and Financial Success | Masa Mezaki
Jul 21, 2025
Masa Mezaki, a finance expert turned renewable energy advocate, shares his transformative journey from Wall Street to spiritual exploration. He discusses the conflict between profit motives and ethical business practices. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community involvement in sustainability, especially after crises like Japan's 2011 earthquake. Masa also highlights how embracing unity can mitigate global conflicts tied to fossil fuels, advocating for technological advancements in energy access for a more harmonious future.
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Happiness is Consciousness Condition
- Real happiness comes from having your consciousness in the best condition, beyond just physical health.
- Masa emphasizes that the soul or consciousness well-being is essential for true happiness.
From Finance to Global Spiritual Quest
- Masa quit a lucrative finance career due to ethical conflicts with exploiting others' profits.
- He traveled over 100 countries for nearly 10 years seeking spiritual growth and meaning.
Happiness Through Universal Contribution
- Ultimate happiness arises from making the entire world happy, reflecting the interconnectedness of consciousness.
- Helping others creates limitless happiness far greater than self-focused pleasure.