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...
Apr 27, 2022•6 min•Ep. 277
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...
Apr 26, 2022•7 min•Ep. 276
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...
Apr 25, 2022•7 min•Ep. 275
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/adch...
Apr 22, 2022•6 min•Ep. 274
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 heal...
Apr 21, 2022•6 min•Ep. 273
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
Apr 20, 2022•6 min•Ep. 272
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
Apr 19, 2022•7 min•Ep. 271
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
Apr 18, 2022•6 min•Ep. 270
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
Apr 15, 2022•6 min•Ep. 269
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
Apr 14, 2022•6 min•Ep. 268
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
Apr 13, 2022•6 min•Ep. 267
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
Apr 12, 2022•5 min•Ep. 266
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
Apr 11, 2022•5 min•Ep. 265
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
Apr 08, 2022•6 min•Ep. 264
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
Apr 07, 2022•6 min•Ep. 263
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
Apr 06, 2022•6 min•Ep. 262
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
Apr 05, 2022•5 min•Ep. 261
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
Apr 04, 2022•5 min•Ep. 260
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
Apr 01, 2022•5 min•Ep. 259
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
Mar 31, 2022•6 min•Ep. 258
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
Mar 30, 2022•5 min•Ep. 257
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
Mar 29, 2022•6 min•Ep. 256
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
Mar 28, 2022•6 min•Ep. 255
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
Mar 25, 2022•7 min•Ep. 254
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
Mar 24, 2022•6 min•Ep. 253
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
Mar 23, 2022•7 min•Ep. 252
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
Mar 22, 2022•6 min•Ep. 251
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
Mar 21, 2022•6 min•Ep. 250
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
Mar 18, 2022•6 min•Ep. 249
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
Mar 17, 2022•5 min•Ep. 248
