Radio Headspace

Peptoc x Headspace: Creativity and The Beginner’s Mind

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Artist and art teacher Jessica Martin is back as our guest host today. She’s here to share some thoughts on why we should approach creativity with a...

Peptoc x Headspace: Art and Self-Discovery

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Artist and art teacher Asherah Weiss is back with some thoughts on how creativity can help us let go, and give ourselves space to try something we’v...

Peptoc x Headspace: Art and Resilience

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Artist Jessica Martin is back today to share her personal stories of loss. Jessica talks about how she processed her grief through art and why creativ...

Peptoc x Headspace: Add Some Creativity to Your Self-Care

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Artist and art teacher Asherah Weiss talks about the small things we can do to put some creativity in our self-care, and how that can change the way w...

Peptoc x Headspace: Kids Give the BEST Pep Talks

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Radio Headspace is all about the power of art and creativity. In that spirit, we’ve invited artists and art teachers Jessica Martin and A...

You Are Exactly Where You Are Supposed To Be

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There really are so many moments in life that can go differently from what we expect. When we feel stuck in a difficult situation, mindfulness can hel...

We Don’t Know Everyone’s Story

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When the people around us seem difficult — especially those we don’t know — it can be easy to make judgments about them. But there is so much mo...

Not Knowing

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not knowing can feel deeply uncomfortable. But it can also open us up to new possibilities and discoveries. Thinking we know all the answers can reall...

Don’t Cry Over Spilt … Chicken Soup

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever heard of the saying “don’t cry over spilt milk?” Well today, Eve talks about how spilt chicken soup in her handbag could have derailed an i...

Our Thoughts Are Not the Truth

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our thoughts are not always the truth, and sometimes, we can even distort what’s really happening. And if we are anxious about a situation, it can b...

We Don’t Know Our True Limits

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How many times have you been in a situation where you had to try something new and thought, “I can’t do that”? The truth is, we don't actually k...

Great Expectations

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The dialogue we have internally with ourselves can be the opposite of what happens in reality. And if our experience does not match our expectations, ...

The Whole World in Your Bowl

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing mindfulness while we cook and eat can bring the act of feeding ourselves a new sense of joy. Mindful cooking and eating is a true explorati...

Slow Down, Life is Happening

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When we’re busy, slowing down can seem like an impossible task. But mindfulness may help us connect to the present moment, so life doesn’t feel li...

Cultivating Compassion in Times of Suffering

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’re living in times that feel extraordinarily heavy. It might feel strange to focus on ourselves, especially if we feel that we are not suffering ...

Learning How to Rest and Relax

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Modern life and stressors can keep us from resting when we need to. We can learn to work with the stressors in our lives so relaxation comes more easi...

I See You, Anxiety

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety is a normal part of life. If we turn towards our anxiety and give it space to be there, we can see the root of where those feelings come from....

Mindfulness in Everyday Life

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our mind has a tendency to whisk us back to the past or catapult us into the future. Today, Eve explains how mindfulness can bring us back to the pres...

I’m Not Looking for Advice

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Communication can be loaded with our own agendas, and often it happens unconsciously. The next time someone needs to talk, see what happens when you a...

Going Gently

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The past two years have taken a huge toll on our mental and physical health. Practicing mindfulness makes us more aware of what we need as individuals...

Stay Open

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mindfulness can help us suspend judgment and trust that things will unfold in their own way. When we live in the present moment, we can let go and acc...

Seeds of Awakening

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can we find meaning in moments when we don’t agree with someone? When we can learn to engage with our resistance, we’re also learning to find ...

The Journey to Letting Go

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Letting go is a term that’s often used in mindfulness, but putting it into practice takes time. To let go means to be in the here and now, relinquis...

Rebuilding Trust

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So much in life is uncertain, and that becomes especially clear when our trust is broken by others. But we can use mindfulness to regain faith and tru...

The Art of Gratitude

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing gratitude is something that’s often talked about. But forcing ourselves to be grateful can lead us to feel the complete opposite way. Tod...

John Legend: Do What You Love

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, John talks about how he went from working in business to being a musician, why doing what he loves has made his life better, and offers some id...

John Legend: Keep the Fire Going

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, 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...

John Legend: Self Care…The Legend Way

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, 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

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, 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 ...

John Legend: Falling in Love with a Passion

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Husband, father, and Grammy Award winning musician John Legend is here all week with insights about discovering, cultivating, and doing what you love....

Cultivating Contentment

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Contentment 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 ...

The Art of Listening

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When 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 det...

Just like me

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When 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 con...

Growing Gratitude for Our Bodies

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When 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’...

Moments of Awe

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether we’re in nature, viewing beautiful artwork, or hearing our favorite song, we can use mindfulness to fully recognize “awe” and awaken a d...

The Wisdom of Our Bodies

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our 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. Learn more a...

Loneliness vs. Rejection

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As humans, we’re wired for connection, so rejection can really sting. When rejections happen, we can use mindfulness to remember that we are not alo...

Brick by Brick

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’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 ...

Negativity Bias

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Psychologists 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 r...

Best ‘Me’

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We 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 challengin...

The Wisdom of Anger

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Anger can be a messenger, revealing our intrinsic desires to be heard, seen, and understood. We can use meditation and mindfulness to allow anger to m...

The Wisdom of Fear

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fear 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...

The Wisdom of Sadness

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When 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,...

The Wisdom of Insecurity

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If we can remember how precious we are, and how precious each and every moment is, our sense of inadequacy begins to dissolve. Learn more about your ...

The Wisdom of Challenging Emotions

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes 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 t...

A Digital Sabbath

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On 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...

Better Relationships, Better Sleep

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On 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...

Put Your Phone to Work

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On 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, b...

What’s Really Behind Your Phone Cravings?

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Day 2 of “The Phone Breakup Challenge,” Catherine offers strategies to help us better understand the emotional and situational triggers behind ...

The Extra Hour in Your Day (The Phone Breakup Challenge)

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Radio Headspace, we welcome back special guest host Catherine Price. Catherine is an award-winning science journalist and author of “Ho...

Radio Headspace Rewind: You Were Born With A Destiny

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is 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, inste...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Past, Present, Future You

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The 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 t...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Your Reticular Activating System

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All 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 encou...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Don’t Forget To Breathe

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How 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 ...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Stay Strong

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When 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...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Uncovering You

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What 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. Lea...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Not So Different

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As human beings, we are all connected to one another in our feelings, through nature, and so much more. Today, we are reminded how we are not alone an...

Radio Headspace Rewind: The Power of Music

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There 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 re...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Letting Go of Identities

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 We are continually modifying behaviors based on the signals we are getting from outside influences. Through meditation, we are able to let go of the...

Radio Headspace Rewind: The Value of Repetition

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Repetition is valuable in meditation. By repeating the same actions, we are able to train the mind and find comfort in the practice. Inversely, each m...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Different Approaches to the Training Mind

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Going into the weekend, we are challenged to bring more happiness and joy into our practices.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Radio Headspace Rewind: The Interconnectedness of Life

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how to connect with the world to transform the ways in which we feel, think, act, and speak.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Radio Headspace Rewind: The Philosophy of the Approach

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s podcast, we learn about a skillful approach rooted in love, patience, and acceptance.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Radio Headspace Rewind: It Is A Paradox

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we learn about this paradox and how to become comfortable with its relevance in our lives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Facing Challenges

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s podcast, we discuss why we avoid challenges and how facing them can be beneficial in our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Reacting vs Responding

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are only humans, and humans experience strong emotions. No matter how long you’ve been practicing meditation, you will always experience strong f...

Noticing the Signs

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When figuring out your life’s purpose, two concepts come to mind: patience and observation. By having patience, you’re allowing things to develop ...

Mental Health and Racism

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Racist encounters, directly or indirectly, can cause strong emotions and trauma. Daily meditation can help lessen the intensity of these feelings and ...

The Pleasant Events Calendar

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 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...

Authentic Relationships

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes making friends can be easy, and sometimes it’s hard. Desiring connection and deep interpersonal relationships makes us human, but remember...

Mindfulness and Grief

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’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 fe...

Wellness in the Workplace

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not all workplaces are the same. Some work environments can be toxic, leading workers to feel pressure or anxiety. A way to counter an unhealthy workp...

A Dichotomous Situation

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’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 a...

It Takes Time

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’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 i...

Meditation is a Practice

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We 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 o...

Everyone is Different

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone deals with issues differently and in their own way. A particular solution might work for one person, but it might not be appropriate for anot...

Leading by Example

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We can sometimes underestimate our influence on the people around us — positive and negative. As you begin your meditation journey, think about how ...

The Healing Power of Laughter

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are moments in life that require serious attention. But sometimes we get so caught up in this attitude that we forget to enjoy the present. Try ...

New Beginnings

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing a “beginner’s mind” asks us to drop expectations and other assumptions we formed through past experiences. Essentially, approach ever...

Lost in Thought

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Holding on to negative or even positive experiences can often lead us to feel stuck. When ruminating on these thoughts or experiences, we’re closing...

Non-Striving Attitude

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When fixated on the end goal, we often lose sight of the present moment. We can easily get wrapped up in our ambitions, which can cause stress, anxiet...

Trust Yourself

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn to listen and trust your inner voice. It’s easy to fall into a space of judgment when deciding if you should follow your intuition or not. Fea...

Accept Where You Are

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When deciding to make a change in your life, it’s best to first accept where you're at in the present moment. You don't have to like where you are, ...

Patience Takes Practice

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s world, we expect everything in an instant, including accomplishing our New Year’s resolutions. We’re so used to immediate gratificati...

New Year, New Me

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sticking to New Year’s resolutions is tough. Oftentimes we set unrealistic expectations and then judge ourselves for not meeting them. But what if w...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Express Your Creativity

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The freedom to express and be creative is often challenged by the restrictions we place on ourselves. It is important to nurture our childlike ability...

Radio Headspace Rewind: I Hope You Remember Me

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone has a legacy. It may not be one that impacts the masses, but you are impacting someone, whether you realize it or not. How will you be rememb...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Taking It All In

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Experiences, sights, sounds, and emotions are all things our brain consciously and unconsciously processes. The more information we consume, the more ...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Anticipation of Expectations

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We move through life making choices with anticipation for an expected result. Sometimes, this can lead to disappointment that stops us from living in ...

Radio Headspace Rewind: In Defense of Effort

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There may be someone who is capable of making something you love look effortless. And when we’re beginning to learn something new, we can get discou...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Pics or It Didn’t Happen?

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Think of the last event you went to. Now recall if everyone had their phones out. How much of our experiences are actually being experienced in the mo...

Radio Headspace Rewind: The Weaponization Of Mindfulness

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mindfulness is a non-judgmental state, but when we have an intellectual understanding of mindfulness, but not the experiential knowledge, we can use i...

Radio Headspace Rewind: Take It Offline

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you want to go off the Headspace app and be more spiritual in the world? This was a new one for us. But the essence of the mind is t...

Radio Headspace Rewind: _____ Is My Meditation

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Entering a flow state through physical activity is meditative and focusing on our physical well-being is essential for living a long and happy life, b...

Radio Headspace Rewind: You vs. You

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you were to line a bunch of babies up, you’d notice that there’s a difference in their nature. We’re born with these qualities. But our perso...

Plan for Fun!

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 5 of “The Funtervention”. Today is the last day of our amazing “Funtervention” with Catherine Price. Look, adulting is hard. We have bill...

Playfulness, Connection, and Flow.

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 4 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine discusses the surprising effects fun can have on your health. Fun reduces stress, and spoiler alert...

True Fun (The Good Stuff)

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 3 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine distinguishes “true fun” from “fake fun”. We learn how to identify both and why “true fun...

Why Do We Stop Having Fun?

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 of “The Funtervention”. Today Catherine discusses the motivation to write her book and why she thinks fun is necessary. She talks about the...

Bring Fun Back to Your Life (The Funtervention)

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Radio Headspace we have a very special guest host, Catherine Price. Catherine is an award winning science journalist and author of the ne...