

Sunday Scaries by Headspace
Headspace Studios & Dora Kamau
Beat the Sunday scaries with this soothing mini-meditation podcast, hosted by Headspace meditation and mindfulness teacher Rosie Acosta. Each episode is designed to ease your anxiety about the week ahead. Rosie will help you uncover the root of your Sunday night worries, shift your mindset, and guide you through a calming meditation. Start your week feeling centered, focused, and ready to take on Monday with confidence!
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Oct 12, 2025 • 10min
Anticipation Anxiety
Dora shares how to be kinder to ourselves. Today, she'll tackle the fear that comes with thinking about the future, and how we can learn to accept whatever may happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 5, 2025 • 10min
Befriending Moments
Dora shares how to be kinder to ourselves. Today, she'll share how we can treat ourselves like a dear friend, especially in difficult moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 28, 2025 • 12min
Self-Compassion Sundays
Dora shares how to be kinder to ourselves. Today, she'll talk about giving ourselves credit for the small steps towards our goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 21, 2025 • 12min
Set Your Own Trends
It's easy feel curious about the latest work and lifestyle trends. Dora talks about how to feel out which might work for you, and which ones to avoid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 14, 2025 • 12min
Authentically You
We don't have to sacrifice who we are for the sake of putting on a mask at work. Dora talks about how mindfulness can help us stay true to our values when we're on the clock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 7, 2025 • 11min
When the World Seems Awful
Dora shares some tips for self-care when we're feeling overwhelmed by bad news headlines or personal tragedies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 31, 2025 • 12min
Bye, Burnout
Burnout can be especially difficult on a Sunday before the new week begins. Dora shares a few tips on things we can do to avoid hitting the burnout wall and start Monday feeling fresh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 24, 2025 • 10min
Empathetic Joy
Vacation photos and big smiles on social media can have us comparing our experiences to others'. Dora talks about how we can choose to find joy in other's happiness, even when we're not exactly sitting on the beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 17, 2025 • 10min
Dealing with Feedback
It's hard not to take feedback personally, especially when it isn't exactly positive. But Dora helps remind us that we can choose to use tough feeback to grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 10, 2025 • 10min
Planning the Weekend
Making weekend plans can feel overwhelming. But there are things we can ask ourselves to prioritize our time, knowing when to go out, and when it's best to stay home and recharge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices