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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Entering a flow state through physical activity is meditative and focusing on our physical well-being is essential for living a long and happy life, but these things cannot replace the quality of mind cultivated by formal meditation training. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Part 5 of “The Funtervention”. Today is the last day of our amazing “Funtervention” with Catherine Price. Look, adulting is hard. We have bills, work, kids, relationships, and somewhere in all of that we’re supposed to look after ourselves! Well we need to put it on the calendar! That’s right, we need to schedule fun and we need to do it now. You can learn more about Catherine’s work at HowtoHaveFun.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Part 4 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine discusses the surprising effects fun can have on your health. Fun reduces stress, and spoiler alert, stress is pretty bad for you. But by focusing on three key things, you can reduce stress, increase your health, and learn to feel joy again. You can learn more about Catherine’s work at HowtoHaveFun.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Part 3 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine distinguishes “true fun” from “fake fun”. We learn how to identify both and why “true fun” makes our lives exhilarating. These are the things that bring a smile to our face and warmth to our heart. It’s the good stuff and Catherine wants you to have more of it. You can learn more about Catherine’s work at HowtoHaveFun.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Part 2 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine discusses the motivation to write her book and why she thinks fun is necessary. She talks about the surprising results from her research, and the one activity that brought fun back into her life. You can learn more about Catherine’s work at HowtoHaveFun.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Radio Headspace we have a very special guest host, Catherine Price. Catherine is an award winning science journalist and author of the new book The Power of Fun. Over the last few years Catherine has been researching and writing about our relationship to fun. She wants to know what it is, why we need it, and why it’s often elusive. Her conclusions were so fascinating we decided it would be perfect for our listeners. For the next 5 days, Catherine is staging a, “Funtervention”. Each ...
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We’re excellent at noticing when we start to feel angry, or sad, or happy, but when’s the last time you noticed when a mood ended or changed? Remember, emotion is temporary, and feeling is finite. The more often we notice the end of a feeling that challenges us, the easier we can find a place of peace and a calm mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mindfulness is good for many things, but we tend to look at it differently depending on where we’ve learned it. Western mindfulness centers around awareness and Eastern mindfulness is more about compassion. But like the sun, both emit light and warmth, we need both awareness and compassion to truly live mindfully. 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...
Itches have a way of taking over the body. It can be all we think about and we often scratch and scratch with little relief. This is common with physical discomfort. Whenever we notice a twinge, we immediately go to change it. But what if you sat with it for a moment instead? Explore sitting with discomfort and see what happens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The entire planet is a living, breathing organism. It changes every day. The air we breathe could have been created thousands of miles away. And when we sit and notice the breath, we notice that each one is different, as is each moment. This weekend, pause and try to notice life as it unfolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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...
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
We place a lot of value on our physical and mental health. You may even meditate or do yoga. But if you’re present and embracing loving kindness during your meditation or in a yoga class, but driving away screaming at someone in traffic, you’re not fully embracing the philosophies of those practices. Today, focus on aligning your attitude with your actions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Not too long ago, Andy helped Cookie Monster out while he was waiting for his latest batch of cookies to bake. And while you may not be a cookie monster, you may often find yourself waiting for something else to happen, which often means you’re missing out on what is actually happening right now. Remember, what’s happening right now is enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today Sam talks about our relationship to our senses. Noticing our senses one at a time can help us lead a more mindful and intentional life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today Sam breaks down the importance of setting boundaries, especially as we age. Things can change in our lives, and it’s crucial we define, and set boundaries even with our loved ones. And while it can be scary, it’s essential for a happy and healthy life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Today Sam talks about her early life and the difficult process of reparenting. She digs into how building a better relationship with ourselves, turns into better relationships with those around us. Ultimately, we need to send love and kindness to ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
We live in a society that values productivity and work above all else. But it’s time that we start accepting that without the proper rest our body needs, we can’t be at our best. Today Sam digs into the 7 different types of rest, and how to ensure you remain fresh for a busy lifestyle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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...
Although it may seem as though multitasking is the path to career and personal success, it can also create a cluttered and disorganized mind. Today, Sam talks about how Buddhist and Japanese minimalist philosophies can be applied to our daily practice. Additionally, she teaches us how to deal with urges that may prevent us from thinking clearly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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...
Although it may seem like tranquility is impossible to find, it’s actually all around us. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Many of us have a robust inner dialogue. And sometimes, especially when things go wrong, it can be harsh. Our inner voice can be overly critical, hurt our self esteem, and down right mean. Today Sam talks about the difficult but rewarding process of transitioning from a critical to deeply compassionate inner voice. Doing this may feel difficult or even silly, but it can make a huge difference in our daily lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more abou...
Playing comes so naturally to children. Give them a ball or some sort of game and they can be entertained for hours. They get lost in the moment and truly enjoy what they’re doing. But for some reason as we age it’s easy to lose this sense of play. Today Sam talks about the power of reintroducing fun, play, and things you used to love back into your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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. She also stresses the importance of bringing compassion to our journey of self improvement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sam loves improv comedy. Every year she attends a huge show where some of the industry’s best talent perform. And she’s learned that improv is a medium full of mindful activities. Today we will learn about the intersection of comedy, improvisation, and mindfulness. We’ll also learn the importance of saying “Yes and…” to life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
