🌟 A Few Unique Jobs – Part 2

Mitsu Emig
Jul 3
4 min read

Besides therapy and coaching, I’ve also had some interesting opportunities that often make people say, “Wait, you did that too!?”

In my previous post, I shared some unexpected roles, like conducting psychological evaluations for individuals who had committed crimes, participating in an experimental project with a French perfume brand, and supervising court-ordered child visitations using my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree.

But actually, there’s even more…

🎤 Supporting and Emceeing a Talk by Mr. Shigemi Kawahara, Founder of Ippudo

One of the most memorable experiences for me was serving as the MC for a special event featuring Mr. Shigemi Kawahara, the founder of Ippudo Ramen.I was involved in everything—from preparations before the event to facilitating the actual talk. Mr. Kawahara is, of course, the founder of the world-renowned Ippudo Ramen chain, which has over 200 restaurants globally.

We had a three-hour meeting prior to the event and later shared a bowl of ramen at the Ippudo in Manhattan—an experience I’ll never forget. I was deeply impressed by his warmth and brilliance.

Although I had never emceed an event before, I practiced like a TV announcer in front of my mirror at home. When the day came, no one realized it was my first time!Later, at the afterparty, when I confessed it had been my debut, I was met with applause—and even received kind praise from Mr. Kawahara himself. It meant so much to me.

📰 Columnist for a Japanese Newspaper in New York

For about three years, I wrote a regular column in a local Japanese newspaper in New York.I shared insights on emotional care, personal growth, and the power of the subconscious mind.

This experience was so valuable—it allowed me to connect with the Japanese community through writing and eventually laid the foundation for my future publications.I even had a conversation with a staff member from the newspaper who said they wanted to talk with me after reading my column.

At first, the word count limitations made writing difficult, but eventually, I was able to submit final drafts even at the last minute.I still remember when they said, “Thank you for submitting your draft early—it helps us so much.”

📻 Live Radio Interviews in the U.S.!

I may have appeared on live American radio more than ten times.These interviews were partly for promotional purposes, but they were conducted in English, and the interviewers were true professionals. I truly enjoyed the experience.

📚 Publishing Books in Japan and the U.S.

I’ve had the opportunity to publish books in both Japanese and English. My first book came out in 2017 in Japan, back when Kindle publishing wasn’t as common.

Back then, publishing a book seemed like an impossible dream. As I passionately shared about mindset and the subconscious, people would often say, “You should write a book!” or “Why not give a talk?”But honestly, I didn’t know how to begin.

I had just launched my business in 2015 after being a stay-at-home mom for over a decade, and publishing felt like a distant world.

But one day, I suddenly started writing the first line… and in less than two weeks, I had over 100 pages.I had no connections in the publishing world, yet somehow, it all became reality. To top it off, the editor who helped me was one of the best-known in the industry. It truly felt like a dream come true.

Later, in New York, people began asking me, “Is there an English version?”Around the same time, I was exploring Kindle publishing when, by chance, I received an email asking if I’d consider releasing an English edition.And just like that, the opportunity to publish in the U.S. appeared—yet another mysterious and beautiful coincidence.

🗽 Giving a Talk in New York

After publishing my Japanese book, I had the chance to give a talk in New York.Originally planned to be in Japanese only, the event turned bilingual thanks to the presence of my friends.Switching naturally between Japanese and English, I found myself transcending language and cultural boundaries during the talk.

All of these opportunities came not from strategic planning, but simply from keeping my heart open and honoring the connections that came my way.I believe that being open-minded, connecting deeply with people, and holding a positive mindset are the keys that opened the next door each time.

✨ I still have many more stories to share, but I’ll leave it here for today.If you’re working on a project or event that could benefit from a perspective grounded in emotion, culture, or the subconscious mind, feel free to reach out.

✍️ Written by: Mitsu Emig

Certified Hypnotherapist & Coach based in New York

Master of Social Work (MSW) – University of Michigan

Management Certificate from Harvard University (Radcliffe College)

Sessions available via Zoom or in-person in Manhattan.

I support clients in shifting emotions and transforming reality through subconscious work.

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