Dear Headspace

Sam and Robin answer questions about being a new mom with new anxieties, strategies for dealing with harsh or abrasive people, and what to do when you feel like you want to hide from all the pain in the world. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Sam here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This conversation dives into becoming more emotionally independent and the importance of self-compassion. The hosts provide practical tips for creating an effective morning routine, emphasizing the need to identify personal barriers and set clear intentions. They tackle the issue of over-reflection, suggesting mindful journaling to keep self-criticism in check. Listeners are encouraged to explore their relationship with themselves, integrating scheduled reflection and affirmations for a balanced approach to mental wellness.

Sam and Robin dive into the complexities of human emotions, exploring whether thoughts or feelings come first. They explain how internal triggers, like intrusive thoughts, can lead to emotional turmoil. The conversation shifts to practical meditation tips for managing a busy mind, emphasizing acceptance and observation of thoughts. The theme of self-forgiveness emerges, highlighting compassion for past behaviors as a coping mechanism. Instead of simple forgiveness, they promote integrating past actions for personal growth while crafting personalized affirmations.

Rosie and Robin answer questions about distractions during meditation, depression during your period, and feeling anxious over the start of new semesters. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Rosie here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eve and Robin dive into the complexities of navigating thoughts of past relationships and the pressures of feeling stuck in life. They discuss personal stories of grief and loss, emphasizing self-compassion and healing. The therapeutic benefits of gardening are explored as a mindful practice for processing emotions. Listeners learn to embrace impermanence and take practical steps for personal growth, while feeling connected to a supportive community through shared experiences.

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about recovering from surgery, continuing your practice during the good days, and using mindfulness to deal with an ever-growing to-do-list. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosie and Robin answer questions about the difference between self-care and selfishness, managing health conditions mindfully, and dealing with negative thoughts. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Rosie here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam and Robin answer questins about life after an eating disorder, balancing our need to feel unique while recognizing we are part of something bigger, and how to get your kids interested in meditation. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Sam here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about holding grudges, anxiety when presenting, and long-term conflicts in relationships with parents. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Delve into the art of mindfulness during tough conversations and the role of resilience in healing from intergenerational trauma. Discover practical techniques like the STOP method to manage negative emotions and enhance self-awareness. The discussion also touches on the bittersweet dynamics of parenting and the importance of honoring one's ancestors, even amid complex feelings. Personal anecdotes bring to life the significance of chosen family and learning from historical figures on the journey toward emotional growth.