Radio Headspace
640 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratingsJoin us every weekday morning to take a few moments to step out of the internal chatter and external noise. We'll pause and reflect to consider what brings us together in this shared human condition and how we can live a life that best reflects our limitless potential.
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Episodes
John Legend: Keep the Fire Going
March 24, 2022 07:05 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBToday, John Legend sheds light on how he keeps his marriage going strong, and the importance of recognizing and making time for what really matters in life.
John Legend: Self Care…The Legend Way
March 23, 2022 07:05 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBToday, John Legend tells us how he organizes his busy life, and the routines he has in place to make sure he “shows up” for work and his family.
John Legend: Don’t Give Up on Love
March 22, 2022 07:05 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBToday, John Legend talks about how music helped him deal with difficult moments in his life, how he stayed hopeful, and the importance of keeping our hearts open to love.
John Legend: Falling in Love with a Passion
March 21, 2022 07:05 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBHusband, father, and Grammy Award winning musician John Legend is here all week with insights about discovering, cultivating, and doing what you love. Today, John talks about uncovering what brings you joy in life.
Cultivating Contentment
March 18, 2022 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBContentment invites us to see things how they are, and be with them as they are. Instead of ignoring how we feel or trying to hold on to a particular feeling, contentment is the awareness and acceptance of life as it is.
The Art of Listening
March 17, 2022 07:05 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBWhen we listen to someone, we often hope they say the right thing or think about our response. By practicing deep listening, we can hear important details from others, and ourselves, that often go unnoticed.
Just like me
March 16, 2022 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBWhen we’re in conflict with someone, it’s easy for our emotions to take over and create a divide: Us vs. Them. But the more we hold on to that conflict, the stronger it grows and weighs us down. By remembering, “this person is like me,” we can begin to let go of negative feelings.
Growing Gratitude for Our Bodies
March 15, 2022 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBWhen we let go of some of the narratives we’ve created about our bodies, we make space for their magnificence, perfection, and brilliance. If you’re up for it, join Dora in a quick body scan meditation to practice gratitude for your body.
Moments of Awe
March 14, 2022 07:05 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBWhether we’re in nature, viewing beautiful artwork, or hearing our favorite song, we can use mindfulness to fully recognize “awe” and awaken a deeper sense of connection, curiosity, and compassion within ourselves. You can find “The Body: A guide for occupants” by Bill Bryson here.
The Wisdom of Our Bodies
March 11, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBOur bodies do so much for us. With mindfulness, we gain awareness of the body and can better connect to how we feel and experience life.
Loneliness vs. Rejection
March 10, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBAs humans, we’re wired for connection, so rejection can really sting. When rejections happen, we can use mindfulness to remember that we are not alone.
Brick by Brick
March 09, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBIt’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you think about a huge task that’s been put in front of you. But if you focus on the small things to get a big result, the road ahead looks much less daunting. You can find Will Smith’s memoir, “Will,” here.
Negativity Bias
March 08, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBPsychologists have found that negative events or happenings have a greater impact on us than positive ones do. But it’s possible to change that by repeatedly looking out for the goodness in life.
Best ‘Me’
March 07, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBWe may not be able to change our external circumstances like the pandemic or a monotonous schedule, but we can change how we choose to face challenging situations. You can find “The Seven Levels of Intimacy: The Art of Loving and the Joy of Being Loved” by Matthew Kelly here. .
The Wisdom of Anger
March 04, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBAnger can be a messenger, revealing our intrinsic desires to be heard, seen, and understood. We can use meditation and mindfulness to allow anger to move through us, instead of being stuck in it.
The Wisdom of Fear
March 03, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MBFear is an evolutionary process, designed to keep us safe. However, what we’ve learned to fear in modern times has changed immensely. We can look to mindfulness to help us work with our fear, instead of being shaken by its presence.
The Wisdom of Sadness
March 02, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBWhen we’re able to approach sadness with a sense of mindfulness and compassion, we can break free from its grips and learn to be in harmony with it, as if it’s a life-long friend.* *Please note: The story shared in this episode discusses child loss, so for those sensitive to this topic, please listen at your own discretion. If you are looking for support after experiencing child loss, here are some resources.
The Wisdom of Insecurity
March 01, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.27 MBIf we can remember how precious we are, and how precious each and every moment is, our sense of inadequacy begins to dissolve.
The Wisdom of Challenging Emotions
February 28, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBSometimes we need to take a step back from difficult emotions like sadness, anger, and fear, and look at them from a different perspective. By doing that, we can witness them without becoming attached to their stories.
A Digital Sabbath
February 25, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBOn the last day of “The Phone Breakup Challenge” with Catherine Price, take a look back at the week and think about what worked when you took time away from your phone, and see if you can spend 24 hours without it. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com
Better Relationships, Better Sleep
February 24, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBOn Day 4 of “The Phone Breakup Challenge,” Catherine talks about making some simple changes that will help you protect and improve two of the most important things in life: your relationships and your sleep. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com
Put Your Phone to Work
February 23, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBOn Day 3 of “The Phone Breakup Challenge,” Catherine asks you to consider making your phone as boring as possible. So it can still work for you, but not overly consume valuable time. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com
What’s Really Behind Your Phone Cravings?
February 22, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MBOn Day 2 of “The Phone Breakup Challenge,” Catherine offers strategies to help us better understand the emotional and situational triggers behind the “need” to use our phones, and how to come up with alternatives. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com
The Extra Hour in Your Day (The Phone Breakup Challenge)
February 21, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.66 MBThis week on Radio Headspace, we welcome back special guest host Catherine Price. Catherine is an award-winning science journalist and author of “How to Break Up With Your Phone: The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life.” She’s here to guide you through a week-long opportunity to achieve better screen-life balance and start getting back to what really matters to you. Learn more about Catherine’s work at screenlifebalance.com
Radio Headspace Rewind: You Were Born With A Destiny
February 18, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBIs there a part of you that you’ve been previously shamed for? Your name, your heritage, and personal expression are something to be proud of, instead of something to run away from. Embracing these things can help lead us to our destinies in life.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Past, Present, Future You
February 17, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBThe only constant in life is change. And some of us embrace it more than others — especially when we think about how we as people are changing all the time. Today, dig up some old photos, and appreciate the you that you used to be!
Radio Headspace Rewind: Your Reticular Activating System
February 16, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBAll of the sensory information we receive every single day is filtered by one part of the brain: the reticular activating system, or RAS. We can encourage the RAS, and make new connections in our brain, by being more intentional with our focus. Today, focus on the good things to forge more positive connections.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Don’t Forget To Breathe
February 15, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBHow is your breathing? Very often, when we get stressed or overwhelmed, we can lose track of our breath. Our breath is what guides us. Focus on it to check in with yourself, and to return to the present moment. Each breath holds a sense of possibility.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Stay Strong
February 14, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.33 MBWhen you express a negative emotion, how often are you told to “be positive” or “stay strong”? Today, we want to reframe how you think about strength. To be human is to experience the full range of the human experiences, so the next time you think to choose stoic strength over tears, consider allowing yourself to feel what comes natural to you.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Uncovering You
February 11, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBWhat new thing have you always wanted to try? In today's podcast we challenge you to be curious and explore to uncover new talents and abilities.
Radio Headspace Rewind: The Power of Music
February 09, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBThere are so many different ways in which music can move us. In today’s podcast, we learn how relaxing with music is fundamentally different from relaxing into meditation.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Letting Go of Identities
February 08, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBWe are continually modifying behaviors based on the signals we are getting from outside influences. Through meditation, we are able to let go of the manufactured identities we build for ourselves and the identities that others place on us. Learn to reset the mind and let go of these unhealthy tendencies.
Radio Headspace Rewind: The Value of Repetition
February 07, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBRepetition is valuable in meditation. By repeating the same actions, we are able to train the mind and find comfort in the practice. Inversely, each moment and each breath is also different from the last, making each practice a new experience. Practice with Headspace.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Different Approaches to the Training Mind
February 04, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBGoing into the weekend, we are challenged to bring more happiness and joy into our practices.
Radio Headspace Rewind: The Interconnectedness of Life
February 03, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBLearn how to connect with the world to transform the ways in which we feel, think, act, and speak.
Radio Headspace Rewind: The Philosophy of the Approach
February 02, 2022 08:05 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBIn today’s podcast, we learn about a skillful approach rooted in love, patience, and acceptance.
Radio Headspace Rewind: It Is A Paradox
February 01, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBToday, we learn about this paradox and how to become comfortable with its relevance in our lives.
Radio Headspace Rewind: Facing Challenges
January 31, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBIn today’s podcast, we discuss why we avoid challenges and how facing them can be beneficial in our lives.
Reacting vs Responding
January 28, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MBWe are only humans, and humans experience strong emotions. No matter how long you’ve been practicing meditation, you will always experience strong feelings. Meditation simply helps us process these emotions and shift to a mindful space where we can better respond.
Noticing the Signs
January 27, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBWhen figuring out your life’s purpose, two concepts come to mind: patience and observation. By having patience, you’re allowing things to develop in their own time and learning to enjoy the journey. By observing life, you’re opening yourself to the present moment and noticing the signs that will guide you to your purpose. And what helps with patience and observation? Meditation.
Mental Health and Racism
January 26, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBRacist encounters, directly or indirectly, can cause strong emotions and trauma. Daily meditation can help lessen the intensity of these feelings and help build stress resilience, but if you’re just beginning your meditation journey, you may need more support. Pay attention to your body if you’re holding onto racial trauma, and seek out a therapist or counselor if you need to.
The Pleasant Events Calendar
January 25, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.54 MBIn life, we encounter certain people, places, or things that bring us joy. Maybe it’s a person who raises your mood with their positive energy, or a daily activity that makes you feel good. We encourage you to intentionally give attention to all the pleasant things around you and reflect on how they make you feel. Try it out! You’ll start to notice all the positive things in your life.
Authentic Relationships
January 24, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBSometimes making friends can be easy, and sometimes it’s hard. Desiring connection and deep interpersonal relationships makes us human, but remember to avoid compromising our authentic self for someone else. Forcing relationships rarely work, so take time to learn when potential connections can be made and cultivate them.
Mindfulness and Grief
January 21, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MBThere’s been a tremendous amount of loss during the pandemic. Loss of loved ones and the way we live our lives. It’s okay to feel what you’re feeling. The pandemic has taken a toll on us all, so remember to be gentle with yourself.
Wellness in the Workplace
January 20, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBNot all workplaces are the same. Some work environments can be toxic, leading workers to feel pressure or anxiety. A way to counter an unhealthy workplace is by promoting wellness at your job. We all have to work, but wouldn’t it be nice if we could do so in a happy and healthy environment?
A Dichotomous Situation
January 19, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBWe’d like to believe that things are always either black or white, but that’s simply not the case with emotions. Having conflicting emotions all at once can be confusing, but it’s perfectly okay to sit with our different emotions and find ourselves within that gray space.
It Takes Time
January 18, 2022 08:05 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBIt’s common to feel like you aren’t making visible progress in your meditation practice. We often like to see results right away, but meditation is actually something you grow with over time. When you hit this learning plateau, take time to reflect on why you started meditating in the first place and what progress looks to you.
Meditation is a Practice
January 17, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBWe can’t avoid hard times. In moments of stress, you can always lean on your meditation practice and use intention-setting to guide your decisions on how to respond to challenging situations. Hardships are inevitable, but we can equip ourselves with the awareness to find solutions in the present moment.
Everyone is Different
January 14, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBEveryone deals with issues differently and in their own way. A particular solution might work for one person, but it might not be appropriate for another. And that’s totally okay. Mindfulness encourages us to notice what is happening in the present moment and adapt to our needs. Try to reflect on what works for you and what doesn’t.
Leading by Example
January 13, 2022 08:05 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBWe can sometimes underestimate our influence on the people around us — positive and negative. As you begin your meditation journey, think about how your mindfulness practice will affect your nearest and dearest. You might notice a shift in your personal relationships.