Radio Headspace (Headspace Studios)

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

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

Many of us feel like we have to know everything that’s going to happen, all of the time. But this feeling creates resistance in the mind. If we have to be so certain all the time, we lose space for curiosity, imagination, and even intimacy and connection with other people. This weekend, practice curiosity instead of certainty.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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

On the last day of “The Phone Breakup Challenge” with Catherine Price, take a look back at the week and think about what worked when you took time away from your phone, and see if you can spend 24 hours without it. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com 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

Fear of failure can feel paralyzing, but it’s often a sign you’re stepping into something meaningful. Learn how to work with fear, ground yourself in mindfulness, and turn fear into growth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Japan, there’s a concept called ikigai (生き甲斐) which speaks to living a life filled with purpose. Very often, when Westerners talk about finding your purpose, we talk about work, but ikigai is more than that. It’s finding your place in the world. This weekend, spend some time reflecting on where your time is spent and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unravel the power of our self-made stories and their impact on self-worth. Learn to differentiate fact from fiction and harness different perspectives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam talks about the joy of her Friday night family dinners and encourages us all to shower loved ones with attention. There doesn’t need to be a special occasion. Receiving attention from someone you love and respect can make you feel special, wanted, and increase your confidence. If you find it hard to set aside the time, Sam has some fun ideas and conversation starters to get you going.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eve shares coping strategies for life-altering news, and why hope is key in navigating adversity. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! You can find more wonderful content from Eve on her IG. Episode Notes: The following books and podcasts have been especially helpful to me. I also recommend seeking out a Grief Counsellor or Therapist if you feel like you need additional support. In LA Our House offers grief support groups. Books: You are not alone - Cariad Lloyd It's OK That You're Not OK - Megan Devine Loss - Donna Ashworth The Beauty of What Remains - Steve Leder Podcasts: Griefcast - Cariad Lloyd Terrible Thanks for Asking - Nora McInerny What's Your Grief Podcast All There Is - Anderson Cooper Headspace Courses and meditations: Grieving Sudden Loss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discover how balancing commitment with flexibility leads to perseverance. Learn practical steps to apply these principles in meditation and life for immediate improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Day 2 of “The Phone Breakup Challenge,” Catherine offers strategies to help us better understand the emotional and situational triggers behind the “need” to use our phones, and how to come up with alternatives. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com 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

All of the sensory information we receive every single day is filtered by one part of the brain: the reticular activating system, or RAS. We can encourage the RAS, and make new connections in our brain, by being more intentional with our focus. Today, focus on the good things to forge more positive connections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Malcolm Gladwell explores how innovation often begins with challenging conventional wisdom. Discover why questioning norms, embracing curiosity, and thinking differently create the perfect conditions for groundbreaking ideas and change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Self-compassion expert and co-founder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion Dr. Kristin Neff is guest hosting this week on Radio Headspace. Today she explores overcoming harmful self-criticism, introducing tools for positive self-talk, and nurturing kindness toward oneself. If you'd like to continue learning about self-compassion, check out Dr. Neff's online Mindful Self-Compassion courses here. All Radio Headspace listeners will receive a 15% discount for upcoming courses with the following code: cmscheadspace. This code is good through September 30, 2024. 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

 We are continually modifying behaviors based on the signals we are getting from outside influences. Through meditation, we are able to let go of the manufactured identities we build for ourselves and the identities that others place on us. Learn to reset the mind and let go of these unhealthy tendencies.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

Mindfulness is a non-judgmental state, but when we have an intellectual understanding of mindfulness, but not the experiential knowledge, we can use it to judge others. Today, focus on your experiences to empathize and be a source of compassion, not judgment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our past storylines often clash with who we are today. This episode invites you to reflect on your identity—are you living in the present or holding onto outdated narratives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosie explores the idea that everyone is inherently creative, even if life has discouraged our creative pursuits. She shares practical ways to rediscover and nurture your creativity, offering inspiration to bring small acts of imagination and expression into your everyday life. 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

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

Join Neca as she explores the relationship between stress and anger. Learn how to identify anger triggers, reduce stress, and manage your anger effectively with practical strategies. If you like what you heard today, check out Neca's LinkedIn to learn more about life transitions. For 1:1 sessions with a Headspace coach, head here. It's convenient, it's helpful, and it's available right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all seem to have a fixed idea of who we think we are and who we’re not. And often, that can define how we live. We just might be shortchanging ourselves in the process. But if we can catch those ideas as they arise and explore them, we can see that anything and everything is possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Andy Puddicombe as he explores the practice of generosity, teaching us to mindfully recognize and seize opportunities for giving in our daily lives. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 If you were to line a bunch of babies up, you’d notice that there’s a difference in their nature. We’re born with these qualities. But our personalities develop over time, with our experiences. Don’t get so caught up in these surface level traits that you don’t notice who you really are. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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

Life can be really serious. And those serious issues demand serious attention. But for a lot of the everyday stuff, why not try to smile instead? Life is a lot more fun if you can laugh at it. This weekend try to play, and see what happens. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness is a non-judgemental state, but when we have an intellectual understanding of mindfulness, but not the experiential knowledge, we can use it to judge others. Today, focus on your experiences to empathize and be a source of compassion, not judgement. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when you want to go off the Headspace app and be more spiritual in the world? This was a new one for us. But the essence of the mind is the same in all scenarios, spiritual or not. The goal is to be present. That’s it.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harm, hurt and injustice demand immediate attention, but for most things, you may find that sitting back and watching to see what happens is the best course of action. Today, practice being at ease with life as it unfolds. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think of the last time you felt sad about feeling sad, or anxious about your anxiety. We love to prescribe thoughts to our negative emotions, but our thinking keeps stoking the fire. If we can stop thinking about our feelings, they’ll die down on their own. Today, try to notice your moods or emotions, and allow your thoughts about those feelings go. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy gets asked if he believes in reincarnation a lot. No matter what you believe about what will happen, all we are guaranteed in this moment. Focus on that. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think of the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten. You may have a word or phrase in mind, but what if it’s simpler than that? Things are as they are; we are as we are. All you have is this moment, so be your best in it. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think of the last event you went to … and now recall if everyone had their phones out. How much of our experiences are actually being experienced in the moment, and how much are we trying to capture moments for some future time? It’s the tension of great photography — moments can only be captured when we are fully present, but by capturing them we disrupt the present. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stuck on a problem? Stop thinking and start doing something you enjoy. Our mind is limitless in its creativity, but very often our thinking is cyclical, preventing us from seeing new and creative solutions. Today, when you're faced with a problem, create space in the mind to find that creative flow. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There may be someone who is capable of making something you love look effortless. And when we’re beginning to learn something new, we can get discouraged by the amount of effort we have to put in. This is common in learning. Don’t judge your progress by someone else’s mastery. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oftentimes, we associate our triggers with outcomes that yield a negative effect. The challenge here is to think about your triggers from a different perspective and take a mindful approach toward using your triggers to center your thoughts and reactions.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The way we think can manifest in our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We have to be intentional about staying away from negative and dramatic experiences as our mind naturally gravitates toward those thoughts and records those emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Society teaches us that the more we plan our lives, the better our lives will be. But this mindset doesn't leave room for the fascinating nuances that bring color to the spaces of our lives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We move through life making choices with an anticipation for an expected result. Sometimes, this can lead to disappointment that stops us from living in the moment and letting life just be what it is. Learn to feel comfortable with letting go of your anticipations.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As soon as your head hits the pillow do you fall right to sleep, or do all of your thoughts come out to play? Thoughts don’t suddenly appear from out of nowhere. In the space and quiet of rest our thoughts can rise to the surface. Morning meditation and daily mindfulness help us manage those thoughts. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oftentimes we avoid difficult situations by simply pretending they don't exist. There is real value in taking time out to be quiet and acknowledge our current reality — whether good or bad. In doing this we are able to gain clear vision and insight on how to maneuver through the circumstances at hand. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Experiences, sights, sounds, and emotions are all things our brain consciously and unconsciously processes. The more information we consume, the more energy we use.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our ability to connect with other people is the thing that makes us human. Oftentimes, it is hard to connect with the right people, which impacts our perception of relationships and the experiences we share with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone has a legacy. It may not be one that impacts the masses, but you are impacting someone, whether you realize it or not. How will you be remembered? How do you show up in the world?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do your emotions control your mind or does your mind control your emotions? A fascinating question considering that our thoughts are often governed by the way we feel. Emotions are a part of being human — we all feel them. We need to put in effort to become more aware of our feelings. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to define our lives around what we have to do, but the fabric of our life is really defined by the approach we take in carrying out the things we must do.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to place blame on outside influences for the unfavorable things that take place in our lives. However, when we take responsibility for ourselves, we then are accountable for the positive change we want to happen in our lives and no longer depend on others to make those changes for us.   This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The idea of thinking big is often relegated to external success. What if we changed this idea to mean something else? Perhaps we can use it to challenge ourselves to move beyond our comfort zone.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Disciplined. Strict. Precise. All are words used to describe the great generals of the world. We adhere to these terms to rule our lives without giving ourselves much room for the flexibility that life oftentimes requires.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life very seldomly gives us the opportunity to go back to pivotal moments when we did not pay enough attention. The practice 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.   Want more Headspace? Download the app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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

How is your breathing? Very often, when we get stressed or overwhelmed, we can lose track of our breath. Our breath is what guides us. Focus on it to check in with yourself, and to return to the present moment. Each breath holds a sense of possibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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

Rosie explores the Stoic concept of Amor Fati—embracing life’s joys and hardships as essential to growth. Learn how reframing challenges with mindfulness can help you find peace and strength. 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

Restorative Writing Teacher Alex Elle is guest-hosting Radio Headspace all week! Today is all about positive self-talk, and how it can help us bring more peace and self-love into our lives. To learn more about Alex's approach to healing, check out her book here. Follow her on Instagram here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Physical pain can be debilitating. Today, Kessonga breaks down different degrees of pain, and how mindfulness can help us feel better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore how to handle feelings of jealousy with compassion. Sam shares how to send loving-kindness to yourself in moments of envy, allowing space for both your emotions and the joy of others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While meditation and mindfulness are an important part of our day, we must remember that each moment has its place and is equally precious and important in our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Familiarity can dull our sense of wonder, but there’s always more to learn. This episode encourages you to explore new perspectives and find curiosity in the ordinary moments of life. 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

How often have you waited for the ‘right moment’ to make a change or start something new? It can be tempting to wait until the situation is just right, but here’s a spoiler: that will never happen. Life is a journey and every new experience is a journey, not a destination. This weekend, try something you’ve been putting off and see how it feels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Raise your hand if you feel like your meditation or mindfulness practice feels totally separate from the rest of your life? You’re in good company. And the more you’re noticing those feelings of disconnection, the more you’re training that muscle. The more you practice, the more you’ll be able to connect. Try noticing today, and see how it feels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we’re rushing through the day, it’s easy to get caught up in our routines and in our own minds. But how much of life are we missing when we forget to look around? Try to approach today like it’s brand-new.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes, thoughts that really scare us can arise. And if there is the chance of immediate harm for you or someone around you, please seek medical attention as quickly as possible. But for other scary thoughts, we tend to push them down. We judge them and judge ourselves from having them. But we don’t have to. It’s our job to just witness the mind as it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica McCabe, creator of How to ADHD, joins Rosie to break down the disorder, how it affects the brain, and the best strategies for managing focus, emotions, and daily life challenges. You can find more of her work on her Youtube! 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

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

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

Revive your energy after burnout with mindfulness. Learn practical steps to manage stress and rejuvenate your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we think of self care, a few things probably come to mind. For some it's mindfulness, for others its exercise, but there’s so much more. Today Sam talks about the importance of nuance and she reveals what she believes to be the most important habit in self care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn about the political history of meditation and its impact on modern mindfulness practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Understand how to build resilience and change your perspective on challenging situations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Eve delves into various avenues that support mental health, including sleep, mindful movement, technology management, and therapy options. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! You can find more wonderful content from Eve on her IG. Episode Notes: The following books and podcasts have been especially helpful to me. I also recommend seeking out a Grief Counsellor or Therapist if you feel like you need additional support. In LA Our House offers grief support groups. Books: You are not alone - Cariad Lloyd It's OK That You're Not OK - Megan Devine Loss - Donna Ashworth The Beauty of What Remains - Steve Leder Podcasts: Griefcast - Cariad Lloyd Terrible Thanks for Asking - Nora McInerny What's Your Grief Podcast All There Is - Anderson Cooper Headspace Courses and meditations: Grieving Sudden Loss 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

Take a moment and think about it. Who or what do you appreciate the most? It could be your family. Or friends. A moment of quiet. It might change daily, or even moment to moment. The answer doesn’t actually matter, just try to notice what comes up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Learn how our shared feelings and natural connections show that we are all interconnected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Financial stress can be overwhelming, but mindfulness and meditation offer tools to navigate it. Learn how to stay grounded, find calm, and shift your perspective when money challenges feel like too much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Change is inevitable, and so is your personal growth. Reflect on your journey by revisiting old photos, and take a moment to appreciate the person you used to be. Embrace the changes that have shaped who you are today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore Mental Wellness with Dr. Joy: From imposter syndrome to anxiety management, gain expert strategies for mental health, prioritizing well-being, and nurturing adult friendships on Radio Headspace. 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

Sticking to New Year’s resolutions is tough. Oftentimes we set unrealistic expectations and then judge ourselves for not meeting them. But what if we used mindfulness to help us accomplish our goals? For the next eight days, Kessonga will focus on one of eight concepts of mindfulness and discuss how incorporating these practices can help us successfully execute our goals.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Understand how to cultivate happiness and joy in your mindfulness journey, allowing for a more balanced practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Embark on a journey with Rosie through nature's splendid tapestry in this Radio Headspace episode. Explore how wandering outdoors rejuvenates the spirit, allowing us to reflect on life's cycles and embrace the healing power of a simple walk. Delve into personal stories and scientific insights that highlight nature as our most profound teacher and healer. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Rosie’s IG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear how meditation provided the clarity I needed to manage conflicts compassionately. Learn how you can use mindfulness to achieve immediate clarity and improve your responses. 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

Explore a new perspective on strength by allowing yourself to experience the full range of human emotions. Learn how embracing natural feelings, rather than forcing positivity or stoicism, can lead to true emotional resilience and well-being. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When someone wrongs us, it’s easy to hold onto resentment. But what if compassion could bring us peace instead? Today, Rosie explores how shifting our perspective can help us navigate conflict with more understanding and emotional freedom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s easy to get frustrated by other people, and in our frustration, we forget that we are the people. We have a responsibility to share the space that we’re in. Next time you find yourself frustrated, in traffic for example, remember that you are part of the whole, and see if a little empathy arises.  This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen to Changing The Game wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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

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

Motivation Expert Mel Robbins 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. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore how Samantha Edu rediscovered her childhood hobbies and why they are vital for self-care. Learn how to find and nurture hobbies that enrich your life. If you liked this episode, you can find more of Samantha's work on her IG. She talks about empowering hearts and minds through community, therapy, and coaching. If you're interested in one on one coaching with Headspace, check it out 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