Dear Headspace

This podcast explores the challenges of having a loved one who believes in conspiracy theories and offers strategies for setting boundaries. It also discusses guilt about not meditating and provides tips on reframing the relationship with guilt. The importance of consistent meditation practice is emphasized, as well as managing phone notifications and setting boundaries. The hosts discuss the negative impact of the rat racing mentality on social media and provide tips for disconnecting.

Sam and Robin discuss changing gift-giving culture, creating holiday traditions in relationships, handling required family trips, and the importance of self-care and clear communication. They also emphasize the significance of approaching the holidays with joy, open communication, and mindfulness to navigate family dynamics and find rest amidst the busyness.

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about how to hold contradictory feelings after a breakup, having more mindful moments during the day, and maintaining composure when you have young kids and feel depleted.Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearheadpace  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosie, a podcast host and expert in meditation and mindfulness, discusses topics such as dealing with jealousy, overcoming problems that interfere with meditation, and letting go of possessions. The hosts emphasize self-compassion, celebrating one's capabilities, and mindful decluttering for personal growth and self-connection.

Robin and Eve discuss work-life balance, embracing happiness, setting boundaries, navigating career transitions, expressing difficult emotions, and finding joy during life transitions.

Dora and Robin answer questions about how to recover from a major life event, switching from guided to unguided meditation, and what to do when you feel hopeless.If you are struggling with a mental health condition, please talk with a licensed provider. You can also find support resources on Headspace's mental health resources page https://www.headspace.com/mental-health-resourcesIf you or anyone you know is having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.The poem Sam mentioned about kindess: https://poets.org/poem/kindnessIf you are struggling with a mental health condition, please talk with a licensed provider. You can also find support resources on Headspace's mental health resources page it’s in the show notes.(https://www.headspace.com/mental-health-resources).If you or anyone you know is having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about learning to be more emotionally independent, setting up mourning routines, and how to be a little less self-reflective.Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearheadpace  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dora offers some help to those feeling overwhelmed and lost during a global crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sam, a podcast guest who answers questions about forgiveness and self-destructive behavior, discusses topics such as being present while still wanting to be productive, the relationship between thinking and emotion, the nature of emotions and thoughts, self-compassion and forgiveness, and the importance of seeking professional help for mental health conditions.