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Radio Headspace

Headspace Studioswww.headspace.com
Join us every weekday morning to take a few moments to step out of the internal chatter and external noise. We'll pause and reflect to consider what brings us together in this shared human condition and how we can live a life that best reflects our limitless potential.
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Episodes

Find Your Tribe, with Dr. Joy

In "Finding Your Tribe: The Power of Community," Dr. Joy Harden Bradford explores the crucial role of community in adult well-being and offers tips on building meaningful relationships. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 28, 20247 min

A Guide to Authentic Self-Esteem, with Dr. Joy

In this empowering episode of Radio Headspace, Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a seasoned psychologist and host of the Therapy for Black Girls podcast, dives deep into the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome. First identified in the 1970s, imposter syndrome affects individuals across various careers and stages of life, leaving them feeling like frauds in their successes. Dr. Joy explores the roots of imposter syndrome, shares personal anecdotes and research insights, and provides listeners with practi...

Mar 27, 20247 min

Discovering Peace in Your Present Path, with Dr. Joy

Finding Peace in Your Path: Dr. Joy discusses coping with unmet expectations and the pursuit of contentment. Learn to embrace life's journey and find solace in being where you're meant to be. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 20247 min

Prioritizing Mental Health, with Dr. Joy

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

Mar 25, 20247 min

Unlocking Life's Mysteries: The Necessity of Existential Questions

Explore the transformative power of deep questions to uncover life's true meaning, through personal reflections and insights inspired by the innocent curiosity of a child. Discover how asking "why" can lead us to profound realizations about our existence, work, relationships, and the essence of happiness. Join us as we delve into the significance of existential inquiries in shaping our life's path and finding true fulfillment. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad...

Mar 22, 20246 min

Healing After a Friendship Breakup

Dora explores the nuanced process of grieving a friendship breakup, offering insights into the brain's response and ways to cherish memories while embracing healing. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 21, 20246 min

Talking to Yourself Again?

Explore Jouska with Dora to understand how our mental rehearsals shape emotions and reactions, and discover mindfulness practices to stay present and reduce hypothetical anxieties. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 20246 min

The Sweetness of Doing Nothing

Dora delves into "Il Dolce far Niente," showing how embracing periods of doing nothing enhances productivity and well-being. Discover the joy and necessity of rest. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 20246 min

The Perfect Morning Routine

Dora contrasts idealized morning routines with real life, advocating for personalized wellness. Learn the value of tailoring mornings to individual needs for true health and happiness. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 20247 min

Embracing Impermanence

Dora discusses how meditation reveals life's impermanence, encouraging acceptance of change. Learn to notice emotions' ebb and flow, fostering ease and liberation from fixed identities. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 20246 min

A Quiet Mind Is a Productive Mind

Dora explores how meditation's stillness fosters productivity, sharing a personal breakthrough during a retreat. Discover how quieting the mind can spark clarity and creativity. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 20244 min

The Self-Improvement Strike

Dora takes a self-improvement hiatus, exploring life's pleasures beyond constant growth. Learn the importance of integrating and enjoying the fruits of personal development work. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 20245 min

The Healing Power of Sound

Dora delves into sound healing's transformative power on our nervous system. Learn how music and sounds can evoke calmness, enhancing mindfulness and overall well-being. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 20246 min

Romanticizing Your Life

Dora shares her whimsical approach to laundry, turning a chore into an adventure. Discover how romanticizing daily tasks can bring joy and mindfulness into everyday life. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 20246 min

The Power of Our Senses

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 08, 20246 min

Focus on the Good Stuff

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 07, 20246 min

Identify and Express Your Feelings

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 06, 20246 min

The Joy of Music

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 05, 20246 min

Finding Pleasure in Simple Things

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 20245 min

Stay Open to Possibilities

Sam discusses the role self help books have played in her life and reveals the one that made the biggest difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 01, 20247 min

Mindfulness and Improv

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

Feb 29, 20246 min

Time is Relative

Today, Sam delves into her personal struggles with showing up late, tough conversations with your tardy friend, and how to appreciate everyone’s personal time. It’s all relative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 20246 min

Tolerating Distress

If you've listened to Radio Headspace regularly then you know that there are a lot of things that are out of our control. Our ability to accept these things - or not - is what can cause stress or distress. How do you handle distress? If you're thinking you could do a better job, we have just the thing for you. It's a handy little acronym called STOP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 27, 20247 min

The Wisdom of Cynicism

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

Feb 26, 20245 min

Redefining Productivity, with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal explores how to reframe productivity, blending goal achievement with enjoyment. Learn to approach tasks like a "productivity scientist" for a balanced, fulfilling life. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 23, 20248 min

Sustainable Productivity, with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal addresses sustainable productivity to help you avoid quick fixes and burnout. He emphasizes long-term, feel-good strategies that enhance work efficiency and personal well-being. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 22, 20248 min

Let Go of Procrastination, with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal delves into the root causes of procrastination, offering practical strategies from his "Feel-Good Productivity" approach to conquer the "do it later" mindset. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 21, 20248 min

Energize with Feel-Good Productivity

Ali Abdaal explores how to energize productivity by incorporating play, as part of his "Feel-Good Productivity" method, which enhances both work efficiency and overall life satisfaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 20248 min

Rethinking Hustle Culture, with Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal, productivity expert, discusses the pitfalls of hustle culture, offering insights from his "Feel-Good Productivity" approach, as featured in his latest book. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 20248 min

No Mud, No Lotus

Dora Kamau reflects on the "No mud, no lotus" philosophy, applying it to social media's challenges and opportunities for growth, as explored in Headspace's teachings. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 20246 min
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