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Dear Headspace

How to Pursue Your Goals with Mindfulness, with Rosie

Aug 29, 2023
Topics discussed include letting go of expectations while pursuing goals, resolving conflicts in a relationship, managing extreme PMS, advocating for therapy, navigating relationships, and seeking support
36:01

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Quick takeaways

  • Distinguishing between wants and expectations is crucial when pursuing goals, allowing for motivation without the potential disappointment of unmet expectations.
  • Effective communication and active listening are key in managing conflict in romantic relationships, with an emphasis on acknowledging feelings and finding common ground to resolve conflicts.

Deep dives

Balancing wants and desires

One of the featured questions in this episode discusses the dilemma of balancing the desire for goals and dreams while also practicing letting go. The host and guest explore the idea that wanting and desiring things is natural and can be motivating, but the potential disappointment arises when expectations are tied to those wants. The importance of distinguishing between wants and expectations is highlighted, with a focus on using mindfulness and self-awareness to navigate the complexities and potential consequences of deep wants and expectations.

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