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Sam breaks down the basics of mental health coaching and discusses some ways for anyone to benefit from coaching principles. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about the benefits of awe and how to bring more amazing moments into your life. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The busyness of life can overshadow all our accomplishments, big and small. Today, Sam talks about the importance of honoring your efforts. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we face challenges, it can be hard to see the finish line. Today, Sam tells us how curiosity can help us handle the tough tasks of our lives. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Empathy can make us tune into what others feel. Today, Sam shares some ways to experience feel-good emotions by being more selective with our content. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting expert Sharona Drake-Henderson is guest-hosting all week! Today, she talks about what community looks like, and why we shouldn’t have to do everything on our own. You can learn more about Sharona's work at sharonadrake.com. And follow her on Instagram @sharonadrake. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting expert Sharona Drake-Henderson is guest-hosting all week! Today, she shares some tools to help kids question the status quo and explains how that can help them advocate for themselves as adults. You can learn more about Sharona's work at sharonadrake.com. And follow her on Instagram @sharonadrake. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting expert Sharona Drake-Henderson is guest-hosting all week! Today, she tells us why going after our dreams can show our children that anything is possible. You can learn more about Sharona's work at sharonadrake.com. And follow her on Instagram @sharonadrake. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting expert Sharona Drake-Henderson is guest-hosting all week! Today, she invites us to make healing a priority and discusses why that can help us raise happier, healthier kids. You can learn more about Sharona's work at sharonadrake.com. And follow her on Instagram @sharonadrake. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parenting expert Sharona Drake-Henderson is guest-hosting all week! Today, she breaks down what restorative parenting is, how it can help us heal, and why a punitive approach to caregiving could miss the mark.  You can learn more about Sharona's work at sharonadrake.com. And follow her on Instagram @sharonadrake. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to get caught up in what others think of us. But the thing is, we ultimately can't control people's thoughts! Today, Sam explores ways to be less inhibited. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aging can bring on a lot of fears. Today, Sam shares how she stopped resisting the aging process and even went to an event that celebrates death. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress is something we ALL experience. In Part 2 of Sam's stress segment, she breaks down how it can connect us with others and find comfort. Check out Kelly McGonigal's book here!  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress can seem overwhelming at times. Today, Sam talks about how to look at stress differently, so it doesn't make us spiral. Check out Kelly McGonigal's book here!  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's human nature to spot the things that could potentially go wrong. But changing our mindset can help us bring more hope into our lives. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Multitasking can create a cluttered and disorganized mind. Today, Sam talks about how minimalist philosophies can be applied to our daily practice. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Improv is a medium full of mindful activities. Today, Sam talks about the intersection of comedy, improvisation, and mindfulness. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today Sam talks us through finding serenity with the elements. From hot baths, to crackling fires, we don’t need much to feel a deep sense of calm. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Upcoming events can bring us joy because of the anticipation we feel. Today, find something small you're looking forward to, and savor the joy in that moment when it arrives. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many of us have a drive to perfect everything. In this vortex of self-improvement, we can lose sight of how beautiful we, and those around us, already are. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness encourages us to notice what is happening in the present moment and adapt to our needs. Try to reflect on what works for you and what doesn’t. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding your creative side can be difficult, especially if we've been discouraged from creative pursuits. Today, Rosie talks about why we are ALL creative in some way, and how to bring creativity into your daily life. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rocking your body and syncing the movement to your breath activates the parasympathetic nervous system, putting us into “rest and digest” mode. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We can use mindfulness to fully recognize “awe” and awaken a deeper sense of connection, curiosity, and compassion within ourselves. You can find “The Body: A guide for occupants” by Bill Bryson here. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! RHS: Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many reasons to practice meditation. Today, Eve breaks down the benefits of a consistent practice. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve  where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Rosie unpacks the power of self-compassion. Today, she tells us why getting a "no" doesn't have to be the end of your story. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Rosie unpacks the power of self-compassion. Today, she reminds us why others' negative comments don't have to sour our opinion of ourselves. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Rosie unpacks the power of self-compassion. Today, she shares how to cultivate a self-compassionate mindset amid the pressures of digital perfection. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Rosie unpacks the power of self-compassion. Today, she invites us to give ourselves grace when things don't turn out the way we'd hoped. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Rosie unpacks the power of self-compassion. Today, she talks about the trap of "being perfect," and how to approach mistakes with kindness and curiosity. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Learn more about the podcast Rosie mentioned in this episode here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about the power of forgiveness. Today, Rosie reminds us that we ALL deserve forgiveness, and discusses how self-love can help us heal. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about the power of forgiveness. Today, Rosie shares a personal experience of using empathy to move on from disagreements and grow. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about the power of forgiveness. Today, Rosie invites us to let go of bitter feuds and see forgiveness as a sign of strength.  Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about the power of forgiveness. Today, Rosie talks about learning from our mistakes, so we can move on and thrive. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about the power of forgiveness. Today, Rosie talks about how to finally let go of grudges and open a new world of compassion and self-love. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie gets honest about her own self-sabotage and discusses how you can stop derailing yourself. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie takes a deep dive into resilience and our ability to ground ourselves in the midst of unavoidable change.  Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie talks about the importance of self-love through our stumbles, and why difficult moments can help us find our most beautiful selves. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie shares what she learned from the chaos of moving houses, and why we don’t have to constantly fight against things we can’t control. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie explores how setting boundaries can help us reach a place of self-respect and give us the clarity to honor our needs. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress Researcher Modupe Akinola is our guest-host all week! Today, she tells us how to recognize and work with stress when emotions around exclusion come up. Listen to Modupe on the TED Business podcast here. Learn more about Modupe's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress Researcher Modupe Akinola is our guest-host all week! Today, she breaks down how stress affects our judgment, and what kinds of decisions are best to make when the pressure is on. Listen to Modupe on the TED Business podcast here. Learn more about Modupe's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress Researcher Modupe Akinola is our guest-host all week! Today, she tells us how stress can enhance creativity, and some practical ways to use it to innovate.Listen to Modupe on the TED Business podcast here. Learn more about Modupe's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress Researcher Modupe Akinola is our guest-host all week! Today, she shares how to change the unproductive ways we react to stress, and why we may have been ignoring the things that can give us comfort during hectic times.  Listen to Modupe on the TED Business podcast here. Learn more about Modupe's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stress Researcher Modupe Akinola is our guest-host all week! Today, she talks about how some stress is actually good, and how to respond to it in a way that works for you. Listen to Modupe on the TED Business podcast here. Learn more about Modupe's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about self-acceptance. Today, Rosie invites us to stop comparing ourselves to others, and acknowledge that we're exactly where we need to be. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about self-acceptance! Today, Rosie shares her personal story of cultivating self-compassion. Here are the self-compassion questions mentioned in the episode… Have you ever found yourself being overly self-critical or judgmental towards yourself? How did it affect your well-being and relationships? Can you recall a time when you offered compassion and support to a loved one who was going through a challenging situation? How would it feel to extend that same level of understanding and kindness to yourself, in moments of difficulty or failure? What self-care practices or activities bring you joy and help you reconnect with yourself? How can you prioritize these moments of self-care and make self-compassion a consistent part of your daily life?   Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about self-acceptance. Today, Rosie invites us to unpack and accept how we feel with a technique called "noting." Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week is all about self-acceptance. Today, Rosie reminds us that acceptance is a journey, not a destination.  Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosie's back with a whole week about self-acceptance! Today, she tackles self-criticism and how to calm that negative voice within. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam joins Kessonga to talk about mindful caregiving, as they discuss the ups and downs of parenting teens. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's natural to anticipate what's to come, especially if it's something we're looking forward to. Today, Kessonga reminds us to appreciate what's right in front of us. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most of our time is spent doing all the adult things. But there's also value in humor, joy and laughter. Today, Kessonga shares one of his favorite joyful memories, and how we can all invite more joy into our lives. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our phones are a part of our lives, but they can lead to distractions and even health risks. Today, Kessonga shares how to use mindfulness WITH your devices, so you can enjoy tech in a skillful way. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all have goals, but sometimes, life gets in the way. Today, Kessonga talks about how his daughter had to find acceptance when her plans didn't turn out the way she'd hoped. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga answers listener questions! Today, he give some tips on how to incorporate your practice into daily life, and how small changes can lead to big benefits. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga answers listener questions! Today, he shares an inquiry about avoiding strong emotions, and how we can approach them in a skillful way. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga answers listener questions! Today, he gives advice about how pfysical discomfort can teach us to respond less impulsively. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga answers listener questions! Today, he addresses a question about goal setting, and why we sometimes set the bar too high. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga answers listener questions! Today, he talks about why we need to have compassion for ourselves, even when our practice doesn't turn out the way we'd like. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. He ends the week with some lyrics about how mindfulness can help us be more aware of our loved ones, and our best memories with them.This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. He ends the week with some lyrics about how mindfulness can help us be more aware of our loved ones, and our best memories with them. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. Today's lyrics are all about how to respond intentionally, instead of reacting on impulse. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. Today, he shares some song lyrics about the challenges of depression and anxiety, and why acknowledging those difficult feelings can help us cope. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. Today, he breaks down some lyrics about hope, and why having hope can soothe us in the face of adversity. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. Today, he shares a song about acceptance, and how we can learn to stop resisting when things don't turn out the way we'd like them to. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam discusses the role self help books have played in her life and reveals the one that made the biggest difference. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam shares how "raising the stakes" can help us tap into energy, engagement and passion when we’re feeling uninspired.  Learn more about the research on mindfulness that Sam mentioned in this episode here. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam explains how we can create ease for ourselves by wishing easeful moments for others, and feel relieved when we see those we care about relaxing. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about why self-trust is such a huge part of confidence, and how we can find confidence more authentically. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self-control can often be associated with judgmental thoughts. Today, Sam offers a different look at self-control, and how we can use it to feel better. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Jenna Glover is our guest-host for Pride Week! Today, she breaks down the different "mind states," and how she was able to tap into her own "wise mind" during a particularly difficult period of motherhood. For more Pride content, check out our collection in the app! Start a free 30-day trial here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Jenna Glover is our guest-host for Pride Week! Today is all about speaking your truth. Dr. Glover shares some simple ways to take the reins when it comes to your needs, and how to cultivate more self-respect in the process. For more Pride content, check out our collection in the app! Start a free 30-day trial here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Jenna Glover is our guest-host for Pride Week! Today, she's talking all about emotion regulation, why it's important to work with our feelings, and how to navigate spaces that aren't always accepting.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Jenna Glover is our guest-host for Pride Week! Today, she explains how something called "radical acceptance" can help us deal with life's hurts, and even give us the strength to take action towards a better world. For more Pride content, check out our collection in the app! Start a free 30-day trial here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Jenna Glover is our guest-host for Pride Week! Today, she breaks down the concept of dialectical thinking, how she used it to cope after coming out, and why creating a more flexible mindset can help us take on life's challenges. For more Pride content, check out our collection in the app! Start a free 30-day trial here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes with Andy about self-care! Today, Andy talks about the importance of finding fun moments in life. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes with Andy about self-care! Today, he reminds us about the importance of quieting the mind, and finding a space that allows us to do just that. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes with Andy about self-care! Today, Andy shares how the right friend can provide a subjective perspective and insight on how to manage life’s ups and downs. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes with Andy about self-care! Today, he talks about how to become selective with your words.Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes with Andy about self-care! Today, he explains how stillness allows the mind to rest. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel talks about how to reframe feeling stuck and use it as a tool for growth.  For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel sheds light on the real reason why we procrastinate, and some tips on how to finally stop putting off important tasks. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Motivation Expert Mel Robbins is guest-hosting all week! Today, she explains how to tackle what life throws at us, without spiraling thoughts. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel shares how to create a morning routine that sets you up for success. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. View the Mel's Wake Up Challenge here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel breaks down the five-second rule, and how it can motivate you when you don’t feel like doing anything. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel shares how to have the courage to pursue things we’ve put off. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, she talks about the importance of letting go, why it can be so difficult, and how to redirect your energy to get what you want in life. For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, Mel explains what we tend to get wrong about self-love, and how it can change our lives.  For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week! Today, she’ll show you what people tend to get wrong about their passions and pursuits, and some simple ways to tap into your passion.  For more on Mel Robbins, check out her website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel Robbins, host of The Mel Robbins Podcast is guest-hosting all week, and sharing ways to unlock your potential. Today, Mel talks about why you should stop putting off your dreams and how to make them a priority.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When life throws challenges our way, it can be difficult to keep moving forward. Today, Sam shares how we can cultivate grit and use it to reach our goals. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Acceptance allows us to see what we can and can't control. Today, Sam explains why this is so important and how to reach acceptance. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Working with our thoughts can be tricky as we try to parse through messages from our past and reason with ourselves in the present. Today, Sam gives some tips on how to notice our thoughts without the judgment. Submit a question to Dear Headspace here. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyday challenges can make us feel off-kilter. Today, Sam shares how mindfulness can help us get back on our feet. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our needs can often be overridden by the busyness of our lives. Today, Sam tells us how to make space for the needs we may have been ignoring. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be hard to know what to say when a friend loses a loved one or is going through depression. Today, Sam has some tips for offering support to those in need. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In moments of conflict, it can be difficult to see how certain hurts can be mended. Today, Sam talks about repairing small and large ruptures in our relationships. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Giving back can feel like a heavy lift when we don’t feel our best. But today, Sam shares how creating time for community can be a tool for healing. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When joyful moments occur, we may choose to contain our happiness so others don't feel uncomfortable. Today, Sam talks about how we can feel more confident in expressing our joy, especially when we feel self-conscious. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we believe the drama our minds project, it’s easy to be hard on ourselves. Today, Sam shares some ways to work better with self-critical thoughts. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journalist and nature writer Florence Williams guest-hosts Radio Headspace all week! Today, she shares how she was able to adapt to city life, and why nature isn't as far away as we may think. Learn more about Florence and her work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journalist and nature writer Florence Williams guest-hosts Radio Headspace all week! Today, she talks about what happens in our brains when we see green, how it’s helped us survive as humans, and how we can use the color green to improve the way we feel.   Learn more about Florence and her work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journalist and nature writer Florence Williams guest-hosts Radio Headspace all week! Today, she explains how nature creates something called fractal patterns, how they can improve our mood, and why humans find them irresistible.  Learn more about Florence and her work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journalist and nature writer Florence Williams guest-hosts Radio Headspace all week! Today, Florence shares how moments of "awe" in nature can help us create a deeper connection to the world around us.   Learn more about Florence and her work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Journalist and nature writer Florence Williams guest-hosts Radio Headspace for National Parks Week! Today, she talks about how engaging our senses with nature can help us see the world in a whole new light. Learn more about Florence and her work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam discusses how sharing food with those close to us can help build a sense of community.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we make mistakes, it can be easy to feel judged by others. Sam talks about how we can judge ourselves less harshly when we don't live up to certain expectations, and how to give others grace, too. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be helpful to infuse our lives and our homes with intentionality. Today, Sam talks about using the principles of Feng Shui to create a space that works for you. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how we can deal with fears in an uncertain world, and learn to trust ourselves enough to get through tough times. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we have difficult moments, we can give ourselves permission to share what burdens us instead of suppressing or ignoring it. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crying is a natural part of life. But men and boys are often discouraged from showing vulnerability. On a special episode of RHS, Kessonga and Dora break down the social constructs around masculinity and crying, and talk about ways to hold space for EVERYONE to share their emotions. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's great to be liked, but not at the expense of our own well-being. Today, Dora shares how to keep our needs in mind when we want to please others. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes, we may rely on the knowledge of books, calendars and notes to take on tasks. But today, Dora explains how we already have the tools to make progress in our lives and work. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being busy doesn't always lead to more productivity. Today, Dora talks about how to keep from getting caught up in the busyness of our lives. To hear Sam's episode about the different types of rest, click here! Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self-care is important, but what about "community care"? Today, Dora shares how we can help each other and ourselves by reaching out to those closest to us. To start building your own community, here are the links to Eventbrite and Meet Up that Dora mentioned in the episode. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In meditation, it’s in attending to the present moment that we begin to lay the foundation for our future. Dora shares how we can take care of the future with the decisions and choices we make now. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

By being fully present in our bodies, we can connect to a greater sense of awareness. Today, Dora shares how being "embodied" can help us know ourselves better. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we start to practice self-compassion, there could be underlying feelings that come to the fore. Today, Dora gives us some tips on how to work with tough emotions that can arise with a newfound self-compassion practice. Submit a question to Dear Headspace here. And if you're interested in learning more about self-compassion, Dora has a great book recommendation here. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the pursuit of wanting more for ourselves, it’s rare that we take time to stop, pause, and reflect on just how far we’ve come along. Today, Dora talks about the importance of recognizing what we've achieved. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be hard to imagine a life beyond our fixed perception of what we deserve or what we’ve been given. Today, Dora shares how to broaden our perspective so we can achieve our goals.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we cook, we don’t try to change ingredients – we simply use what we have been given. Today, Dora shares how we can use a similar philosophy when life doesn't turn out as planned. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we "notice," we’re observing … not being absorbed by what is arising. Today, Dora finishes her series explaining meditation jargon with some ways to help us "notice" how we feel. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Dora takes a deep dive into what "resistance" means in meditation, and how we can learn to come to a place of acceptance, even when things are difficult. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the next few days, Dora will be de-mystifying meditation jargon. Today, she explains what it really means to "allow" thoughts and feelings in meditation, and how we can have the courage to give up control. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's natural for our minds to often wander to the past or into the future. Today, Dora talks about what it means to "work with" a wandering mind, and what we can learn from the way our mind jumps from thought to thought. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gym can be an intimidating place. Today, Dora talks about going to a new gym for the first time, and why we don't have to worry about others judging us. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be scary to travel solo, but when we let go of expectations, there are so many adventures to be had. Today, Dora talks about managing anxious thoughts when we travel to a new place by ourselves. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feeling heartbreak for the first time can be difficult. Today, Dora talks about how community care and introspection can help heal the wounds of a breakup. To see Dora's ‘Honoring Heartbreak’ meditation, click here.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whether it's solo or with a group, first dates can be nerve-racking. Today, Dora talks about working with anxiety around first dates. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's normal to feel nerves about trying something new, but we experience firsts all the time. Today, Dora talks about how to mindfully approach new things in life, even if they feel daunting.Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares tips on exercising more efficiently to get all the health benefits in less time. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Gretchen discusses why movement is key to a healthy and well-rounded life, especially as we age. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares a few ways that mindful movement can help us feel more at ease. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how exercising the body can actually improve our cognitive abilities. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how easy exercise can truly be, and the positive health benefits it offers. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's nice when people give us positive feedback. But if we take too much stock in what others think, we can get caught up in their perspective, and even attach our worth to it. Today, Rosie talks about how we can validate ourselves, and create positive self-talk. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding your creative side can be difficult, especially if we've been discouraged from creative pursuits. Today, Rosie talks about why we are ALL creative in some way, and how to bring creativity into your daily life. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Forgiveness is hard, especially when someone has hurt us in a lasting way. Today, Rosie talks about why it's important to forgive, and how it can ultimately help us find peace. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we're stressed, it's easy to be short with people, especially those closest to us. Today, Rosie talks about how to communicate with kindness, even when life gets chaotic. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to think about doing things for ourselves in order to find happiness. But what if the key to happiness is finding the joy in helping others? Today, Rosie talks about how to generate warm and fuzzy feelings through acts of service. Check out our week of Dr. Laurie Santos' Radio Headspace episodes here: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's can be hard to focus on what's important when you're being pulled in all directions. Today, Rosie shares how to be present with whatever you're doing, and live a more balanced life. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life will inevitably throw us curveballs. Today, Rosie shares how to keep your cool when your plans fall apart. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie shares why it can be so hard to believe good feedback from others, and why we should buy into our own hype. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life doesn't always work out as planned. Today, Rosie shares her journey with infertility, and what we can all do to cope when we don't get what we want. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be hard to voice our needs, especially if we're used to putting others first. Today, Rosie talks about how she's been able to express what she wants, and how you can do it, too. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.   Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Rosie shares a recent experience with rejection, and how we can all find resilience when we hear the word "no." Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.   Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we're left out of a conversation, a coffee break or a big party, it can be easy to feel down on ourselves. But being left out can be reframed as a positive, or even as an opportunity to communicate how we feel. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When someone wrongs us, it's easy to assume the worst of them. Today, Rosie shares why compassion can be a tool to give us peace when we have conflict with others. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be hard to set boundaries, especially with those closest to us. Today, Rosie shares her personal story of setting boundaries with her father, and how we can all use boundaries to create healthier relationships. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Regret can be challenging to let go of. Today, Rosie talks about finding the silver lining in our regrets, and why they don't have to define us. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares how to find, thrive, and maintain our lasting relationships. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Emily explains orgasms, their role in our lives, and how to have more of them. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she explains why sex is important in long-term relationships, and how to communicate what you want. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she breaks down the science behind sexual arousal and desire, and give us a better understanding of how our bodies work. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Emily talks about reframing how we think about sex and how living in a sex positive world can make our lives better. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we're faced with decisions in life, the pressure to make the "right choice" can be overwhelming. Today, Rosie shares some ways to make more confident decisions, and how to trust ourselves more. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a world full of to-do lists, we can shift our mindsets to celebrate the little victories in life, and recognize all our wins. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Change can be difficult, but if we keep investing in ourselves and our unique process of change, we can create our best lives. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a world that asks us to constantly achieve, we often miss the importance of sitting still. Today, Rosie talks about giving ourselves the rest we need. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes our creative side needs a little push. Today, Rosie talks about how trying new things can spark creativity and get us out of a rut. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga talks about the disappointment that can come with change, and how to keep unexpected obstacles from stealing our joy. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga shares some life lessons that he's learned from his daughters, and a few tips on how to communicate to the people closest to us. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga explores the benefits of creativity, and how tapping into our creative side can help us connect to our authentic selves. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga shares how we can embrace humor every day, and the real impact it can have on our mood. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga talks about the power of using mindfulness to take a break, especially if you're the one who everyone depends on.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga closes out the week with a song about loving ourselves, and shares ways to tap into self-love with mindfulness. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga shares a song and family stories about resiliency, and how we can all use mindfulness to cultivate it.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga shares some song lyrics about difficult memories, and explains how we can use mindfulness to look back at our past without judgment.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga shares one of his favorite songs that inspires change, and why its lyrics serve as a reminder that progress takes consistency and faith.  Learn more about Jon Kabat-Zinn's book, "Full Catastrophe Living," here.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga talks about how our favorite music can help us recognize strong emotions, so they don't catch us off-guard. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. We’re often so hard on ourselves for what we view as our negative qualities. Today, Dr. Shankar explores how to see the silver linings in our faults and embrace every aspect of ourselves. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. Today, she'll explore ways to build new habits today so you can achieve your long-term goals. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. Today, she discusses how we can forge a new (and maybe even better) path when obstacles get in the way.  If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. Today, she talks about the impact that big changes have on our self-identity, and how we can see ourselves differently to weather the storms we face in life. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. She also hosts “A Slight Change of Plans” — a podcast about who we become in the face of big change. Today she discusses the illusion of control, and how when life gets in the way of our plans, we don’t have to see it as a defeat. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy challenges us to find ways to free up space and simplify our lives. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tapping into the creative mind can help us move past feeling stuck in life. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy discusses how to give the mind enough space to express itself freely. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy explains how focusing on the little things in life helps reduce space for anxiety and fear. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy shares new approaches to tackling tasks and avoiding procrastination. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life is challenging enough, so why dedicate time and energy to disagreeing with others? On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy shares how to positively channel your energy in the new year. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we get too caught up in our ambitions, it can cause stress, anxiety, and depression elsewhere in life. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga talks about how we can appreciate the journey we’re on. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No guide? No problem. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga teaches us how to listen and trust our inner voice. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When deciding to make a change in your life, it’s best to first accept where you're at in the present moment. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga explores how to reach acceptance with right now. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga explains the benefits of letting things unfold in their own time. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sticking to New Year’s resolutions is tough. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga talks about how mindfulness can help us successfully tackle our goals any time of year. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we fear an ending, there's comfort in knowing a new beginning is just around the corner. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Dora explains how to find freedom in change. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Eve explains how mindfulness helps us accept ourselves just as we are — imperfect human beings. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If we’re unsatisfied in certain areas of life, we may feel resentment or jealousy when we see others feeling happy. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Sam talks about bringing compassion to how we feel, and sending loving-kindness to others. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We don't always have to reject feelings of loneliness. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Dora shares how loneliness can be an opportunity to connect with ourselves. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga shares how mindfulness can help us see if certain relationships are no longer serving us. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many moments in life that go differently than we expected. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Eve explains how mindfulness helps us cope with bumps in the road. If you feel like talking to someone would help, consider reaching out or talking to a healthcare professional. If you are in a relationship that you feel you can’t get out of, a resource to also consider is thehotline.org.  Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Sam explains how impermanence can prompt us to confront things we’ve been putting off. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Letting go" is a phrase often used in mindfulness, but putting it into practice takes time. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Dora explains how letting go helps us find peace with whatever happens next. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! RHS: Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't forget about your own needs. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Kessonga shares how mindfulness can help us see when we’re trying to live up to potentially harmful expectations. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Dora explains how to accept when setting boundaries doesn’t go as we’d hoped, and what to do next. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he shares tips on optimizing your exercise routine for more energy, and why you don't always have to hit the gym for a great workout. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he's sharing easy ways to boost your energy with food, plus what research says about smart snacking. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he'll explain how taking a few minutes to ourselves helps us regain the energy to take on our most important tasks.  Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he'll offer some proven tips for getting more, better quality sleep, and even how to fall asleep faster. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Lucas Miller is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, he's discussing the concept of chronotypes, and how knowing yours can help you make the best use of your energy throughout the day. If you’re curious about your chronotype, check out the assessment mentioned in this episode here. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares powerful ways to level up your Focus Sprints and make the most of every minute. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. In this two-part feature on Focus Sprints, she shares how this productivity technique can help get important work done in less time, with less energy. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares fun and simple ways to use music as a tool for better focus. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how to keep your phone from stealing your focus away from your most important work. Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares what she means by "becoming superhuman," and tips on making a to-do list that actually gets done.  Learn more about the Becoming Superhuman productivity program here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga answers a listener's question about relationships, and how to stay in the moment when you're unsure where things are going. Please note that this episode discusses the topic of death, so listen with care. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's natural to worry about our loved ones, but mindfulness helps us keep worry from consuming our thoughts. Kessonga explains how. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a post-COVID world, it's common that people are feeling apathy or boredom with their lives. Today, Kessonga talks about ways to put things back into perspective. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga breaks down the reasons why multitasking isn't all that it's cracked up to be. You can find the book, "Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression" (2nd Edition) by Zindel V. Segal, Mark Williams and John Teasdale here.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga explains how "important" thoughts might come up when we meditate, but we don't have to feel pressure to expect them, or even remember them after our practice. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes about gratitude. Today, Eve explores how gratitude can help us combat feelings of anxiety and frustration when we hit speedbumps in life. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes about gratitude. Today, Andy talks about how gratitude helps us to focus on the present moment, and reflect on how we got here.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes about gratitude. Today, Kessonga shares how reflecting on the good times can give us a sense of gratitude and peace. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes about gratitude. Today, Sam talks about why it’s important to recognize the little things in life that bring us joy, and how to make it a habit. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes about gratitude. Today, Dora talks about how we can always get in touch with feelings of gratitude, even when they feel hard to find. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga shares how gratitude can help us enjoy the good times in life, instead of worrying about if they'll end. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga invites us to try working creatively in different spaces, and seeing what environments inspire us the most. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga talks about a recent trip to Paris, and how empathy can help us connect to one another, even if we don't speak the same language.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Practicing a new language, sport, or even meditation isn't always fun, but it's so satisfying when all that work pays off. Today, Kessonga shares tips for developing a consistent practice.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Kessonga talks about the power of getting out of our comfort zone and embracing the unknown. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we want something, we want it now. But patience is always within us — we just need to uncover it. Andy shares some tips for practicing patience on today's Radio Headspace Rewind.  For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, visit Headspace.com/election. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be hard to process our individual feelings on an event felt around the world. On today's Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy unpacks the ways global or national events affect our own mental health.  For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, visit Headspace.com/election. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s a calm, quiet eye in every storm. On today's Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy shares tips on finding a sense of calm, no matter what’s going on around you.  For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, visit Headspace.com/election. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As humans, we love to assign meanings to things. We think, “this is good, and this is bad.” In this Radio Headspace Rewind, Andy talks about how stepping out of these thought patterns can help us experience life in a different way.  For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, visit Headspace.com/election. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's Radio Headspace Rewind, we wanted to share some techniques that Andy learned in the monastery to help you get through the election season, no matter your politics. For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, visit Headspace.com/election. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Headspace is proud to present our brand new podcast Dear Headspace. It's a call in advice show featuring the Radio Headspace teachers answering questions about relationships, work, meditation, anxiety, and everything else. You can find it on the Headspace App and wherever you listen to podcasts.  Ask the Headspace teachers a question here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam talks about the power of friendship, and how we can nurture those relationships for a fuller life.  Learn more about Dr. Anna Akbari here. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explains the role of emotions in our lives, and how mindfulness can teach us better ways to react to difficult feelings. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explains the concept of koans — repeatable phrases that help us think more deeply about ourselves and the world around us. You can find Joan Sutherland's book, “Through Forests of Every Color: Awakening with Koans,” here. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how we can learn from memories of our adolescence and from the teenagers in our lives. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam shares some easy tips for introducing mindfulness to kids (and they work for adults, too). Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master-Certified Life Coach Kara Loewentheil is our guest-host all week. Today, she breaks down how imposter syndrome sneaks into our thoughts, and how anyone can learn to outsmart it. Listen to Kara's podcast here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master-Certified Life Coach Kara Loewentheil is our guest-host all week. Today, she'll dive into some of the biggest hurdles to self-confidence and effective ways to create it for ourselves. Listen to Kara's podcast episode on thought ladders here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master-Certified Life Coach Kara Loewentheil is our guest-host all week. Today, she explains why self-criticism doesn't actually help us grow, and some tips on being kinder to ourselves.  Listen to Kara's podcast here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master-Certified Life Coach Kara Loewentheil is our guest-host all week. Today, she explores why anxiety can be tied to our self-esteem and how to keep anxious thoughts at bay.  Listen to Kara's podcast here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Master-Certified Life Coach Kara Loewentheil is our guest-host all week. Today, she talks about how our brains trick us into believing we're not good enough, and how we have the power to change it.  Listen to Kara's podcast here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam explains how we can visualize archetypes, like a wizard or a warrior, and think about how they would handle situations that we're faced with. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam shares some tips on getting kids ready for a new school year, which can be useful for anyone starting something new. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how telling stories helps us see what memories we want to revisit time and time again. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We don't have to let our childhood bonds keep us from having great relationships as adults. Sam shares ways we can still re-parent ourselves today. Click here to learn more about Amir Levine and Rachel Heller's book, “Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love.”  Listen to Sam's past episode on personal narratives here.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explains attachment styles and how the way we bonded with our caregivers as children affects our present relationships.  Check out Dr. Dan Siegel's courses here! Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We don't have to let spoiled plans get us down. Today, Sam talks about finding the humor and joy in whatever life throws at you.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about what a "flow state" is, and how it can help us feel more creative and free in our daily lives. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explains how we can use positive psychology to make every day better.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam breaks down the power of using metaphors that can help us bring our mindfulness practice to life every day.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how we can transform a current belief into a new one that's more aligned with the direction we want to head in life. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how practicing an active curiosity can help us see the world with fresh eyes, especially when we're stuck in a routine.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how recounting our life stories is a great practice for building a better understanding of how far we've come. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how religion can inspire us to find a sense of awe in the world around us, and build a resilient community.  Find discussion prompt inspiration here! Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about how mindfulness can help us stop unhelpful thoughts from clouding how we feel about ourselves and the world around us. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Learn more about cognitive distortions here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam talks about tips for communicating with others and getting more comfortable with letting our guards down.  Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how acknowledging tough feelings and actually dealing with them brings us closer to the happiness we seek. If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how gratitude is a foolproof way to feel a little better, especially during tough times.  If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares some tips on avoiding burnout, even when you don’t have time for a break.  If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she's talking about finding self-care activities that restore us and bring us back to ourselves. If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychology professor and podcast host Dr. Laurie Santos is on Radio Headspace all week. Today, she'll explore surprising and simple ways to find happiness. If you want to learn more about the science of happiness, check out Dr. Laurie Santos' podcast The Happiness Lab here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate Eve’s 100th Radio Headspace episode, this week, she’s sharing 5 she really enjoyed writing, and tells us how they came together. Today, Eve reminds us how to enjoy the weekend, instead of worrying about the week ahead.   For more ways to make the most of your weekend, listen to our Sunday Scaries podcast here.  Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate Eve’s 100th Radio Headspace episode, this week, she’s sharing 5 she really enjoyed writing, and tells us how they came together. Today, Eve talks about the challenge of making decisions, and how it's often rooted in doubt of our abilities and preparedness. We have to rid our minds of doubt in order to make decisions from a place of confidence.  Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate Eve’s 100th Radio Headspace episode, this week, she’s sharing 5 she really enjoyed writing, and tells us how they came together. Today, Eve shares a story that reminds us that it’s okay if we need help, and that we don’t always have to do things on our own. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate Eve’s 100th Radio Headspace episode, this week, she’s sharing 5 she really enjoyed writing, and tells us how they came together. Today is all about being present. Life very seldomly gives us the opportunity to go back to pivotal moments when we did not pay enough attention. Mindfulness challenges us to be present for our peers and those around us. Paying enough attention is a small price to pay for the reward of being present.   Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate Eve’s 100th Radio Headspace episode, this week, she’s sharing 5 she really enjoyed writing, and tells us how they came together. Today is all about dealing with climate anxiety. When we practice mindfulness, we are cultivating more perspective. This extends outwards into our environment and can help us make more informed choices about the planet. Read Headspace’s article on climate anxiety here. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Eve shares tips on how mindfulness can help us focus on what we're proud of, instead of comparing ourselves to others.  Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Eve talks about where to focus our attention and modify our practice if we're having difficulty sticking with it. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our bodies do so much for us. Today, Eve talks about cultivating an open and accepting relationship with our bodies. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Eve talks about how mindfulness helps us gain more control over our devices and become less reliant on them. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When illness or exhaustion hits, we tend to be hard on ourselves for not feeling well. Eve talks about taking time to heal when you need it. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Eve breaks down how meditation can physically change our brains and help us process strong emotions. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eve talks about how meditation and mindfulness can have a real impact on the way we respond to and manage pain. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Noticing awe-inspiring moments can prompt us to be more creative, and give us a sense of connection with the world around us. Eve explains how. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we're busy thinking about all the things we don’t have, it's hard to see what's in front of us. Eve shares some tips for shifting that mindset. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many reasons to practice meditation. Today, Eve breaks down the benefits of a consistent practice. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve  where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We may want to see the results of meditation right away, but consistent practice is needed to reap the lasting benefits. Eve gives tips on sticking to it. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eve explains how mindfulness helps us accept ourselves just as we are — imperfect human beings. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes it feels impossible to slow down. Eve explains how taking time to ask yourself what you need can give you perspective in a hectic world. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we wait for the pandemic to end, our minds can feel on high alert with worry. Eve talks about how meditation helps us feel less anxious and gain perspective. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we're bombarded by difficult news headlines, Eve discusses how small acts of kindness can help us make the world a better place. Eve Lewis Prieto is Director of Teaching at Headspace, a certified Mindfulness & Meditation teacher and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor. At Headspace, Eve helps to introduce new meditation teachers to the platform and creates and oversees a wide array of meditation and mindfulness experiences that meet the diverse needs of our members. She is passionate about teaching the benefits of these time-honoured practices, with the aim of helping people take care of their mental health.  Send any general questions to askeve@headspace.com, or you can connect and meditate with Eve via Instagram @meditatewitheve where she leads a weekly live meditation.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does your heart feel today? In today's episode, Dora discusses how mindfulness can connect us to our heartbeat, and notice how the heart feels when we're fulfilled.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prepping for a big event? Dora explains how to find a comfortable balance between being prepared and staying in the present moment. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world is waiting for you to share your gifts. Dora shares how your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable wherever you go. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're all connected to nature and its healing power. Dora discusses how mindfulness can help us commune and engage with the natural world. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. See a list of plant identification apps here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feeling bombarded by messages about "doing the work" on yourself? Dora explains how sometimes, we can rely on our experiences to live our best lives. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Listen to Kessonga's episode about "non-striving" here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell is on Radio Headspace all week! Today, he discusses how overcoming adversity can benefit us in the long run.  You can listen to Malcolm Gladwell's podcast, Legacy of Speed, here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell is on Radio Headspace all week! Today, he shares the benefits of being curious, and how asking questions shaped his career. You can listen to Malcolm Gladwell's podcast, Legacy of Speed, here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell is on Radio Headspace all week! Today: how challenging the status quo creates the perfect conditions for innovation.  You can listen to Malcolm Gladwell's podcast, Legacy of Speed, here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell is on Radio Headspace all week! Today, he's discussing how it's never too late to achieve success. You can listen to Malcolm Gladwell's podcast, Legacy of Speed, here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell is on Radio Headspace all week! Today, he talks about superstar track and field coach Bud Winter, discovering how relaxation can lead to big wins. You can listen to Malcolm Gladwell's podcast, Legacy of Speed, here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we fear an ending, there's comfort in knowing a new beginning is just around the corner. In today's episode, Dora explains how to find freedom in change.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Constructive feedback doesn’t mean that we're incapable. Dora talks about responding to feedback in a way that helps us grow.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. See the article mentioned about getting the most out of feedback here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dora discusses how disconnecting with alone time is an opportunity to recharge, reset, and get back in touch with your own needs. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We don't always have to reject feelings of loneliness. Instead, Dora shares how to see loneliness as an opportunity to connect with ourselves. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes we stay in situations that no longer serve us, simply because we've already invested so much time. Dora explains how to see this "wasted time" as an opportunity to do better for ourselves moving forward. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Affirmations are words that we repeat to uplift and encourage us. Today, Dora shares an affirmation practice to help with emotional resiliency.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dora explains how saying "no" to things you don't want is saying "yes" to yourself. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. See the "no" script mentioned in the episode here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dora shares how to reframe waiting as a chance to work with our impatience, and cultivate feelings of groundedness.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dora talks about how strong intentions helped her become a full-time meditation teacher. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We may not be able to change how our family perceives us, but Dora shares guidance on changing how we react. If you're experiencing difficulties like the ones mentioned in this episode, here is a list of support resources that may be helpful. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often feel the need to know everything. We want to know what’s next, and that need for control can lead to a lot of anxiety. Because the truth is, you don’t have to know it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We only have so much energy in our lives. If we channel it into the wrong things, including multi-tasking, we find that we may not be present for some pretty important stuff. What if instead, you gave something your entire focus? Try it today and see how you feel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today Andy talks about how to get your friends and family interested in meditation. His suggestion? Tell them they just have to try it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Especially with young children, we can place pretty big expectations on who or what they’re going to be. But in doing that, we don’t allow people to be who they actually are. Today, instead of trying to anticipate, try experiencing someone as they are in that moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We hear from a lot of people looking for “happiness” or “enlightenment” like it’s a status or level to achieve in our lives. But really, it’s a state of being. And whenever we are present in the moments of our life, that is enlightenment. Happiness isn’t waiting for you somewhere in the future - it’s here, right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While mindfulness may benefit us, we can’t force our loved ones to share the same sentiment. Dora shares some tips on accepting the different mindsets around us.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Let us know how we’re doing here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Regret is a challenging feeling, but it can be transformational. Dora explains how to focus on the lessons provided by regret, and to let go of the storylines that often come with it. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Let us know how we’re doing here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our minds tell us stories to keep us safe. But some stories keep us stuck, like thinking we’ll never be able to succeed if we try something new. Dora shares how becoming aware of our internal narratives is the first step in moving past them. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Let us know how we’re doing here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Leaning into archetypes can provide comfort, but relying on them too much can take us out of the present moment. Dora explains how to find that balance.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Let us know how we’re doing here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Setting boundaries can be a lot of emotional work, especially if you’re not used to asking for what you need. Dora explains how to accept when setting boundaries doesn’t go as we’d hoped, and what to do next.  Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram @dorakamau. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Let us know how we’re doing here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga shares how with consistent practice, mindfulness tools like patience, introspection, and gratitude become second nature.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga discusses using awareness to keep us from basing our fears on a narrative we’ve created ourselves. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s normal to fear the aging process. Kessonga explains how setting intentions to enjoy life puts us at ease about the future. If you’re having thoughts about suicide, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988. And if you live outside the U.S., here is an international list of suicide prevention resources. Listen to The Longtime Academy's episode with a death meditation here. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga explains how mindfulness helps us understand our feelings of “not being enough.” Plus, how to get to a place of non-judging. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A consistent mindfulness practice can help kids become more aware, and better understand their needs as they get older. Kessonga shares tips on teaching mindfulness to children. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 5 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. Societal norms may not be the right fit for everyone’s relationship. Kessonga explains how you can make things work on your own terms. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 4 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He shares how spending time alone helps us find our own joy in life, without relying on others to make us happy. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 3 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He discusses how staying present helps us deal with conflict in the moment, instead of bringing up the past. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 2 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He explains how mindful communication helps us actively speak and listen to our loved ones, so everyone feels heard and understood. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 1 of Kessonga’s week on relationships. He explains how expectations aren’t necessarily bad, but letting them go can keep us free from judgment.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author and sexologist Shan Boodram shares tips on how to let go of a romantic relationship, or any relationship that’s run its course. Listen to Shan's Podcast, Hung Up, here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author, sexologist, and mom Shan Boodram talks about how to stay afloat when you’re the one everybody relies on. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author and sexologist Shan Boodram talks about how to get to know yourself, so you can thrive in all your relationships, not just romantic ones. Try Shan’s Self-Summary Workbook here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author and sexologist Shan Boodram is back, this time with tips on how to deal with judgment from others — especially when you’re trying to break the mold.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join author and sexologist Shan Boodram as she guest-hosts Radio Headspace this week. Her first topic: the importance of self-love.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 4 of Kessonga’s “mindful moments” segment. Kessonga explains how loving memories remind us of all life has to offer. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 3 of Kessonga’s “mindful moments” segment. Today, he talks about how his work at Headspace has brought him contentment, and invites listeners to create joy in their everyday lives. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 2 of Kessonga’s “mindful moments” segment. Today he shares how reflecting on the good times can give us a sense of gratitude and peace.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Part 1 of Kessonga’s “mindful moments” segment. Today he explains the value of noticing what time of day or night brings you a sense of peace and creativity.  Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga explains how mindfulness can help us create better habits, and stop putting off those important tasks. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness teaches us to create space between our perceptions and our reactions. This can help us think before acting on potentially harmful impulses. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga breaks down what mindfulness has taught him about Karma and consequences, and even shares a family story about having “good Karma.” Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Loving-Kindness is a practice of sending unconditional love to others – even the people we’re in conflict with. Today, Kessonga breaks down how to have loving kindness for ourselves and others, even when it isn’t easy. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes we bend to others’ expectations instead of considering our needs. Mindfulness can help us see when we’re trying to live up to potentially harmful expectations. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness can help us be more introspective and see if certain relationships are doing more harm than good. Send Kessonga any general questions at askkessonga@headspace.com, or you can reach out on Instagram @kgiscombe. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explores the feelings that can bring on shame, and shares some insights into how to deal with shame in everyday life. If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feeling the truth of impermanence can push us to confront uncomfortable truths that have been with us for a while.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam breaks down the meaning of “emotion culture” and talks about how our upbringing has a huge influence on our lives and how we can regulate our own emotions as we mature. If you’d like to find words to identify your feelings or have a tool to communicate with others, peruse The Center for Nonviolent Communication Needs Words List here. If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illness can be incredibly difficult. But when we acknowledge the fleeting nature of life, we can have that conversation with a loved one, travel to that place we’ve always dreamed of, or take another leap that we keep putting off out of fear of the unknown.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Sam unpacks what it means to be grounded and explores how we can return to groundedness when we feel off-kilter.   If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we begin to talk to ourselves in a more loving way, we may realize that we can know ourselves more intimately than anyone else, and provide ourselves with the soothing presence we need.  If you’d like to find words to identify your feelings or have a tool to communicate with others, peruse The Center for Nonviolent Communication Needs Words List here. If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Becoming aware of your habits helps you to identify, with curiosity, what emotions are at play and what triggers are compelling you to act in a certain way.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feeling joy for others can be challenging. If we’re unsatisfied in certain areas of our lives, we may feel resentment or jealousy bubble up when we see others feeling happy. And that’s okay. In those moments, we can bring compassion to how we feel and send loving-kindness to that part of us that wishes to be joyful and at ease too.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often see the pings of the day, the things we or others have said or that didn’t resonate with our values. With meditation, we can reconnect with our emotions, ask ourselves questions without pressure, and just see what feelings emerge.  If you’d like to share how mindfulness has impacted your life, you can reach out to Sam on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In many ways, mindfulness meditation inspires discipline and restraint. It helps us to be less reactive and impulsive and more thoughtful, slowing down to consider the potential impact of our impulses on others.  If you’d like to share how mindfulness has impacted your life, you can reach out to Sam on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar is guest-hosting all week! We’re often so hard on ourselves for what we view as our “negative qualities.” Today, Dr. Shankar explores how to see the silver linings in our faults and learn to embrace those aspects.  If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar is guest-hosting all week! Today, Dr. Shankar is shedding light on the science of human behavior and habits. She’ll explore how to make it easier to build new habits so you can achieve your long-term goals. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.   Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar is guest-hosting all week! Today, she discusses how we can forge a new (and maybe even better) path when obstacles get in our way. Dr. Shankar also shares her personal story of how she found a new passion after a sudden injury ended her career as a violinist, and how she later went on to become a senior advisor in the Obama White House.  If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar is guest-hosting all week! Today is all about the impact that big changes can have on our self-identity. We’ll explore why we’re so attached to the labels we give ourselves and that other people give us. And how seeing our identities as more malleable can help us weather the storms that life inevitably sends our way.  If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cognitive Scientist Dr. Maya Shankar is guest-hosting all week! Dr. Shankar hosts “A Slight Change of Plans,” a podcast all about who we are and who we become in the face of a big change. Over the next several episodes, she’ll talk about how to work with change, instead of against it. Today is all about the illusion of control. When life gets in the way of our best laid plans, we don’t have to see it as a defeat. Instead, we can tap into our resilience and pivot gracefully.  If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here.  Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam explains how sensory awareness can affect our perception. For example, a cup of hot tea can evoke feelings of warmth and kindness, and help us feel more at ease.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Studies show that greeting our shortcomings with self-compassion has proven to be more effective than being critical. When we speak to ourselves as a supportive friend, we greet our mistakes with a deep sense of safety and acceptance, feeling empowered to learn and grow instead of giving up. If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s hard sometimes to relate to each other, especially when there’s a big age and experience gap. But finding words to express how we feel can open the doors to understanding ourselves and the people around us. If you’d like to find words to identify your feelings or have a tool to communicate with others, peruse The Center for Nonviolent Communication Needs Words List here. And if you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam talks about how her relationship to music has changed over the years, and how mindfulness can help us step back from the emotional reactivity that music can spark. This means we can still enjoy our favorite songs without overwhelming feelings of longing or nostalgia. If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s important to recognize the little things in life that bring us joy as it gives us the vital energy we need to do good in the world. We can find pleasure when we see a beautiful flower, drink a cup of tea, or practice a short mindfulness meditation. If you’d like to share how mindfulness has impacted your life, you can reach out to Sam on Instagram at @anchored_sam Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Uncertainty can make us uncomfortable, so we often try to predict the future. But there can be beauty and even relief when we don’t know what’s going to happen.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Empathy and compassion are words that are closely linked, but often misunderstood. Sam breaks down these terms today, and shares some insight on how to draw boundaries while extending empathy and compassion to others. If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rocking your body rhythmically and syncing the movement to your breath activates the parasympathetic nervous system, putting us into “rest and digest” mode.  If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you approach life with a growth mindset, you believe that your abilities can improve with practice. You see failure as a chance to learn and pivot. So how can we develop a growth mindset? For more information on the "four questions about a thought" mentioned in the episode, please refer to the book "Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life" by Byron Katie and Stephen Mitchell, and the website www.thework.com. If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If we think about cynicism’s true meaning, or what may be better captured by the term “skepticism” today, we realize that it encourages us to look deeply at our world, what we have accepted as the norm, and what needs to be changed and reimagined. If you’d like to connect with Sam, you can follow her on Instagram at @anchored_sam Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everything is interconnected and our lives are an opportunity to practice the skills and qualities that we learn in meditation.  Join Eve’s weekly live meditation on Instagram @meditatewitheve  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we experience something that we enjoy, we want to hold onto it tightly and this can actually take us away from experiencing the joy of it. When we learn to let go of thoughts or feelings about things ending, we can be more present with the experience as it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Letting go of resentment is a journey. By learning to accept the pain we feel, we can begin to cultivate friendship towards ourselves and start to let go of the tight grip that resentment can have over us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we see suffering, our natural response is to want to do something about it. If we can apply that same logic to share in the joy of others, we can dramatically increase our ability to feel a sense of happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we practice mindfulness, we are cultivating more perspective. This extends outwards into our environment and can help us make more informed choices about the planet. Read Headspace’s article on climate anxiety here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artist and art teacher Jessica Martin is back as our guest host today. She’s here to share some thoughts on why we should approach creativity with a beginner’s mind, and by doing so, how we can avoid feelings of self-doubt. Jessica is the co-creator of Peptoc, which has a hotline where kids give life advice to callers. Call the Peptoc hotline at 707-8PEPTOC or 707-873-7862. Donate here to keep the Peptoc program going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artist and art teacher Asherah Weiss is back with some thoughts on how creativity can help us let go, and give ourselves space to try something we’ve never tried before.  Asherah is the co-creator of Peptoc, which has a hotline where kids give life advice to callers. Call the Peptoc hotline at 707-8PEPTOC or 707-873-7862. Donate here to keep the Peptoc program going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artist Jessica Martin is back today to share her personal stories of loss. Jessica talks about how she processed her grief through art and why creativity is such a powerful tool for resilience.  Jessica is the co-creator of Peptoc, which has a hotline where kids give life advice to callers. Call the Peptoc hotline at 707-8PEPTOC or 707-873-7862. Donate here to keep the Peptoc program going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artist and art teacher Asherah Weiss talks about the small things we can do to put some creativity in our self-care, and how that can change the way we rest and recharge.  Asherah is the co-creator of Peptoc, which has a hotline where kids give life advice to callers. Call the Peptoc hotline at 707-8PEPTOC or 707-873-7862. Donate here to keep the Peptoc program going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Radio Headspace is all about the power of art and creativity. In that spirit, we’ve invited artists and art teachers Jessica Martin and Asherah Weiss to be our special guest hosts all week! Jessica and Asherah created “Peptoc,” an art project all about getting pep talks from students at West Side Elementary in Healdsburg, California. It even has a “Peptoc” hotline, where people can call if they want to hear words of encouragement from kids. There have been more than 5 million calls to the hotline and today, Jessica and Asherah talk about how the project went viral, the power of a child’s voice and the importance of art in tough times. Call the Peptoc hotline at 707-8PEPTOC or 707-873-7862 Donate here to keep the Peptoc program going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There really are so many moments in life that can go differently from what we expect. When we feel stuck in a difficult situation, mindfulness can help us cope with the way we react to the hardships in our lives. If you feel like talking to someone would help, consider reaching out or talking to a healthcare professional. If you are in a relationship that you feel you can’t get out of, a resource to also consider is thehotline.org.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the people around us seem difficult — especially those we don’t know — it can be easy to make judgments about them. But there is so much more than meets the eye. Remembering that we don’t know everyone’s story frees us from assumptions, and opens the door to accepting others as they are. If you feel like you are struggling, many people benefit from and find it healing to accept counseling or other formal support. If you think such support might be helpful for you, please reach out to a healthcare professional. There is no shame in seeking help. And of course, look to friends and family where you can, knowing there might be many others around you who are also struggling.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not knowing can feel deeply uncomfortable. But it can also open us up to new possibilities and discoveries. Thinking we know all the answers can really limit our perspectives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever heard of the saying “don’t cry over spilt milk?” Well today, Eve talks about how spilt chicken soup in her handbag could have derailed an important day, and how mindfulness helped her with a positive outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our thoughts are not always the truth, and sometimes, we can even distort what’s really happening. And if we are anxious about a situation, it can be easy to catastrophize.  Meditation can help us to approach our thoughts in a more skillful way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How many times have you been in a situation where you had to try something new and thought, “I can’t do that”? The truth is, we don't actually know what we’re capable of until we are sometimes forced to try it out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dialogue we have internally with ourselves can be the opposite of what happens in reality. And if our experience does not match our expectations, it can create a lot of shame, resentment, and anger. Sometimes having a communication strategy can be helpful to make expectations clear, and as a result, may bring us closer to our loved ones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Practicing mindfulness while we cook and eat can bring the act of feeding ourselves a new sense of joy. Mindful cooking and eating is a true exploration of the senses, and an invitation to get curious about our lived experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we’re busy, slowing down can seem like an impossible task. But mindfulness may help us connect to the present moment, so life doesn’t feel like a blur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re living in times that feel extraordinarily heavy. It might feel strange to focus on ourselves, especially if we feel that we are not suffering in the same way as others. But truly the only way we can show compassion to others is if we first understand our own pain and suffering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Modern life and stressors can keep us from resting when we need to. We can learn to work with the stressors in our lives so relaxation comes more easily when we need to tap into it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anxiety is a normal part of life. If we turn towards our anxiety and give it space to be there, we can see the root of where those feelings come from. This can give us clarity and perspective about our anxiety and help it to soften. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our mind has a tendency to whisk us back to the past or catapult us into the future. Today, Eve explains how mindfulness can bring us back to the present moment and help us flourish.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Communication can be loaded with our own agendas, and often it happens unconsciously. The next time someone needs to talk, see what happens when you actively engage the body and mind in open and kind listening, with no agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The past two years have taken a huge toll on our mental and physical health. Practicing mindfulness makes us more aware of what we need as individuals. It also helps us to see that we all struggle, and are part of a shared human experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness can help us suspend judgment and trust that things will unfold in their own way. When we live in the present moment, we can let go and accept things as they are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can we find meaning in moments when we don’t agree with someone? When we can learn to engage with our resistance, we’re also learning to find ways to communicate with compassion and skill.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Letting go is a term that’s often used in mindfulness, but putting it into practice takes time. To let go means to be in the here and now, relinquishing any control of what happens next. So what are we holding on to when we’re afraid of letting go?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So much in life is uncertain, and that becomes especially clear when our trust is broken by others. But we can use mindfulness to regain faith and trust in the world around us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Practicing gratitude is something that’s often talked about. But forcing ourselves to be grateful can lead us to feel the complete opposite way. Today, Dora guides us through a mindfulness practice that can help us get in touch with feelings of gratitude, without the pressure.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, John talks about how he went from working in business to being a musician, why doing what he loves has made his life better, and offers some ideas for how you can gently move your life in a more positive direction.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, John Legend sheds light on how he keeps his marriage going strong, and the importance of recognizing and making time for what really matters in life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, John Legend tells us how he organizes his busy life, and the routines he has in place to make sure he “shows up” for work and his family.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, John Legend talks about how music helped him deal with difficult moments in his life, how he stayed hopeful, and the importance of keeping our hearts open to love.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Husband, father, and Grammy Award winning musician John Legend is here all week with insights about discovering, cultivating, and doing what you love. Today, John talks about uncovering what brings you joy in life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Contentment invites us to see things how they are, and be with them as they are. Instead of ignoring how we feel or trying to hold on to a particular feeling, contentment is the awareness and acceptance of life as it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we listen to someone, we often hope they say the right thing or think about our response. By practicing deep listening, we can hear important details from others, and ourselves, that often go unnoticed.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we’re in conflict with someone, it’s easy for our emotions to take over and create a divide: Us vs. Them. But the more we hold on to that conflict, the stronger it grows and weighs us down. By remembering, “this person is like me,” we can begin to let go of negative feelings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we let go of some of the narratives we’ve created about our bodies, we make space for their magnificence, perfection, and brilliance. If you’re up for it, join Dora in a quick body scan meditation to practice gratitude for your body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whether we’re in nature, viewing beautiful artwork, or hearing our favorite song, we can use mindfulness to fully recognize “awe” and awaken a deeper sense of connection, curiosity, and compassion within ourselves.  You can find “The Body: A guide for occupants” by Bill Bryson here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our bodies do so much for us. With mindfulness, we gain awareness of the body and can better connect to how we feel and experience life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As humans, we’re wired for connection, so rejection can really sting. When rejections happen, we can use mindfulness to remember that we are not alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you think about a huge task that’s been put in front of you. But if you focus on the small things to get a big result, the road ahead looks much less daunting. You can find Will Smith’s memoir, “Will,” here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Psychologists have found that negative events or happenings have a greater impact on us than positive ones do. But it’s possible to change that by repeatedly looking out for the goodness in life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices