

Dear Headspace
Headspace Studios
Have you ever wished you had a wise meditation teacher on speed dial? Someone you could call after a long day. Someone you can lean on for advice. Someone to help you see things differently. Welcome to Dear Headspace, a Headspace original podcast where meditation teachers answer your questions. Episodes will be released every Tuesday starting November 1st. Listen on the Headspace App or wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
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Jul 2, 2024 • 36min
Managing Anger and Supporting Your Partner Through Harassment, with Dora
Dora and Robin discuss supporting partners through harassment, managing loneliness, and dealing with teenage resistance to meditation. They emphasize setting boundaries, self-awareness, and open communication in relationships. They also explore the benefits of loneliness courses, finding peace in solitude, and guiding teenagers towards healthy decisions.

Jun 25, 2024 • 38min
When You Are Practicing Self-Care but Still Feel Unfulfilled, with Rosie
Self-care advocate Rosie and relationship expert Neca discuss learning from relationships, self-care strategies, and accepting uncertainties like not having children. They also explore challenges in interracial relationships and navigating feelings of unfulfillment despite self-care practices.

Jun 18, 2024 • 34min
Dealing with Early-Morning Thoughts, with Kessonga
Kessonga, a meditation teacher, and therapist Robin discuss ending relationships, supporting parents with mental health issues, and managing morning anxiety. They offer advice on toxic relationships, coping after a parent's suicide attempt, and strategies to calm early-morning anxious thoughts. They share personal experiences and techniques for better sleep hygiene and finding peace through therapy.

Jun 11, 2024 • 37min
How to Stop Exaggerating, with Eve
Eve, Robin, and Headspace coach Corey answer questions about how to take care of yourself when you’re a freelancer, how to stop exaggerating, and how to be at peace as an artist who makes less money than your peers.Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Eve 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

Jun 4, 2024 • 36min
Feeling the Pride, with Kessonga
Kessonga, Robin, and Headspace coach Shula answer questions about obsessing over your teen’s safety, being jealous of other people while being too hard on yourself, and what to do when your child expresses fluid sexuality.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 Resources for parents of LGBTQ youth mentioned:PFLAGGLSENAnd for fun, the Ani Difranco song mentioned: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 28, 2024 • 39min
Encore Episode: How to Handle Overspending, with Dora
Dora, a financial expert, discusses dealing with overspending, family inheritances, and the role of meditation in life. The hosts explore the challenges of financial stress during the holidays and breaking the cycle of impulsive spending through mindfulness.

May 21, 2024 • 36min
When You Feel Most Connected, with Dora
Dora, Robin, and Headspace clinician Samantha answer questions about overcoming fears of cancer and how to look inward to assess your triggers. We also share a mindful moment from a listener who felt a special connection while hiking in nature.This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're focusing on strengthening our ability to manage stress, improve well-being, and set boundaries at work, so we can feel happier everywhere else. Learn more here.Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Dora here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearheadpace The book Dora referenced: Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 14, 2024 • 35min
Overcoming Weather Blues, with Kessonga
Guest Kessonga discusses managing emotions affected by weather, overcoming imposter syndrome, and building confidence. They also explore coping with heartbreak, betrayal after a breakup, and post-breakup healing. Practical techniques like the STOP method and deep breathing are shared to address anxiety triggers and promote self-assurance.

May 7, 2024 • 36min
Mental Health in the Workplace, with Rosie
Headspace coach Rosie and Robin discuss workplace stress, boundaries, managing breakups, and handling difficult coworkers. They emphasize self-care, self-compassion, and navigating professional challenges during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Apr 30, 2024 • 39min
Dealing with an Immature Parent, with Eve
Eve, Robin, and Headspace coach Neca answer questions about feeling overwhelmed but wanting to take care of yourself, handling an immature parent, and learning to deal with emotions instead of internalizing them.Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Eve 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