Radio Headspace
Episodes
Mindfulness and Improv
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sam loves improv comedy. Every year she attends a huge show where some of the industry’s best talent perform. And she’s learned that improv is a m...
Time is Relative
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Sam delves into her personal struggles with showing up late, tough conversations with your tardy friend, and how to appreciate everyone’s per...
I'm happy for you!
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When scrolling through social media it’s easy to feel a little jealous. The seemingly fabulous Instalives of our friends, or even complete strangers...
The Vortex
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have a drive to perfect everything. From work to social engagements, and even our loved ones, we strive to constantly improve. And of cours...
Weekend Plans: Turn Off the TV?
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hear us out. We love TV. But too much consuming of things without creating anything in return may not be the best for your mental health. This weekend...
Tolerating Distress
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you've listened to Radio Headspace regularly then you know that there are a lot of things that are out of our control. Our ability to accept these ...
Good Luck, Bad Luck, Who Knows!
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are many things in life we think we want, and often because we feel like they'll be good for us. But sometimes we get the things we thought we w...
Anticipate Joy
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anticipating future events brings us a lot of joy - studies show that upcoming events can bring us joy for up to three months ahead of when they actua...
Connection Means Community
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are studies that show humans are feeling lonelier and more isolated than ever before. And while it may feel like it's a great thing to "respect ...
Are We Nearly There Yet?
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Humans have a tendency to focus on the future. We tend to get so caught up in the future, concentrating on what we don’t have or what’s to come,...
Post-Meditation Feels
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Raise your hand if you feel like your meditation or mindfulness practice feels totally separate from the rest of your life? You’re in good company. ...
Governed by Impermanence
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On an intellectual level, most of us understand change and impermanence, but that doesn’t make it any easier to navigate in our lives. One of the be...
Let Go of the Banana
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re struggling to let go of something, we recommend paying attention to what holding on actually feels like. Does it make your stomach hurt? R...
How Quickly Will Meditation Help Me?
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get asked all the time: how quickly will I feel the benefits of meditation? People want to feel different quickly, and get discouraged and may even...
Go to More Dances
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Friday! Be honest, are you enjoying your Friday or are you already worrying about your weekend to-do list, or feeling anxious about next week? W...
Small Acts Lead to Big Change
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us are taught to see the big picture. We tell folks to get out of the weeds, or to stop getting caught up in the details. But it is only by lo...
A Surfing Analogy
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you look at the ocean, what do you see? Waves, endless water until it meets the horizon. Would you try to control the ocean? Doing so would be po...
Cause and Effect
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every action has a consequence. Intended or not - everything you do has a result, and a lot of your reactions and responses are habits. But even kno...
Present in a Memory
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
n meditation, we talk about being in the present moment, because a lot of our struggles come from repetitive thought patterns. But that does not mean ...
There Is No Right Time
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How often have you waited for the ‘right moment’ to make a change or start something new? It can be tempting to wait until the situation is just r...
It’s The Little Things
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The small things in life can be the big things, too. That goes for the things that bring us joy, nourish us, or delight us. But it can also apply for ...
The Courage To Ask For Help
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Life’s lessons can come from everywhere, not just our teachers. Our teachers even need a little help getting inspired sometimes. Today, Eve shares a...
Every Day’s A School Day
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In meditation, there’s a quality called “beginner’s mind,” which means dropping your expectations and preconceived ideas about something and a...
Choose Kindness
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re covering a very interesting question: Should you have compassion for those who take advantage of that kindness? It’s a very natural re...
Correctly Made for the Task of Living
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is so much wellness advice out there, it can be hard to tell what’s a trend and what’s real. If a particular trend doesn’t work for you, w...
What I Talk About When I Talk About Solitude
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How much time do you spend alone? Solitude is required for most of life’s endeavors. We must practice, explore, train, write — whatever you’re p...
Don’t Fear Criticism
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ouch! Criticism and rejection can really sting. But what if instead of getting hung up on how these messages are often delivered, we look into what’...
The Secret to a Long and Healthy Life
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Japan, there’s a concept called ikigai (生き甲斐) which speaks to living a life filled with purpose. Very often, when Westerners talk about f...
Follow the Footsteps
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anytime we step into the unknown, it’s uncomfortable. But there are probably people who have walked a similar path before. Look to them for guidance...
Best-Laid Plans
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all know what happens to best-laid plans. Disruption to routine and uncertainty is a fact of life. But one of the best ways to combat anxiety and f...
The Dark Side of the Mind
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people are uncomfortable with meditation, or time for quiet thought, because of the negative thoughts or feelings the mind can dredge up. But it’...
Me, Myself, and I
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What would you tell your younger self about where you are now, or what you have achieved? You’ve probably come a long way! Even though we are consta...
Great Expectations
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many people who begin to meditate with Headspace expect they’ll instantly feel better and calmer. It’s natural to have expectations whenever we do...
From Reaction to Response
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stress isn’t inherently good or bad, it’s simply a natural response to something that feels threatening. During these moments of stress response, ...
Room For Not Knowing
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us feel like we have to know everything that’s going to happen, all of the time. But this feeling creates resistance in the mind. If we have...
Rough Drafts and Revisions
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Every time we think we’ve arrived somewhere, life has a way of changing our destination. It’s a constant work in progress, even when it feels like...
Everything’s Been Done Before
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard the saying “everything has been done before”? That may be true, but it hasn’t been done by you! The idea that nothing is original...
Each Step Counts
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We love how the wellness community connects online, and how much it’s grown! But it’s easy to see everyone’s wellness breakthroughs and ‘heali...
Lead by Being
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re on your own path, it can cause some friction in your interpersonal relationships — especially if you’re on a new health and wellness...
The Dream You’re Already Living
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Think back to your life a year ago. Chances are, you’re living in ways you may have only dreamed of. In the pursuit of our dreams, we often get caug...
Change is a Good Thing
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the axiom, the only constant is change. Many of us ‘fear’ change, because we’ve learned to associate change as a process to ma...
No More Bad Days
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Question for you: Did you really have a bad day, or did you have a bad moment that clouded everything else? If we’re not careful, that bad ‘day’...
Why You Should Stop Complaining
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard that complaining isn’t good for your mood, but it’s also unhealthy for the body. It can actually damage your brain! Today, whe...
Acting in Love
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Love has many meanings and takes many forms. Many times the ways we act in love, it’s out of convenience. It can be transactional, or something we d...
Set Boundaries For Yourself
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In all interpersonal relationships, boundaries aren’t just common sense, they are healthy. Boundaries can be hard to set, but they’re a form of se...
Paths to Personal Fulfillment
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Very often, the dreams we have for ourselves are very different from the dreams that our loved ones may have for us. That can create tension in the re...
Everyone’s a Teacher
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Guidance can come from anywhere — and very often from places we didn’t expect, or even want. But anyone can be a teacher if you are willing to lis...
Do You Really See Them?
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we talk about creating space in the mind in meditation, we are talking about allowing thoughts and feelings to breathe. This allows us perspectiv...
Keep Your Friends Close, and Demons Closer …
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a thought in Eastern philosophy that a ‘demon’ isn’t a monster. It’s anything that hinders us from our liberation. These can be thin...
You Were Born With a Destiny
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a part of you that you’ve been previously shamed for? Maybe it’s your name, your heritage, and personal expression are something to be ...
Past, Present, Future You
02 Sep 2021
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...
Your Reticular Activating System
01 Sep 2021
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...
Don’t Forget to Breathe
31 Aug 2021
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 ...
Stay Strong
30 Aug 2021
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 s...
Welcome to Sunday
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Headspace Studios, we wish you a warm welcome to Sunday afternoons and to that creeping feeling of anxiety that seems to pop up around that time....
Work Hard, Rest Harder
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us grew up with the mantra “work hard, play hard.” You can take extended periods of rest, like a vacation — but only if you work first! ...
Listen to Your Body
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of wellness advice out there — what to eat, when to eat it, how to exercise, what ‘healthy’ looks like. But what much of this adv...
Let’s Talk About Kindness
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy to be kind when you’re in a good mood, but opportunities to be kind can arise at any time. It’s those moments when we have to delibera...
Find Confidence in the Journey
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence is the feeling of self-assurance, and confident people can inspire a sense of comfort in others. But how can each of us be more confident? ...
You Can Argue (Mindfully)
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
At Headspace, we believe that a mindfulness practice doesn’t just happen while you’re meditating. It can actually be a part of every facet of your...
One Way to Eat A Raisin
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How often do we go to do something, and finish the task with no recollection of it at all? This is because we don’t have present-moment awareness. B...
Have Your Stress Toolkit Handy
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stress is a part of life, but we can control how we respond to it. And the best way to respond to it is by having a few stress-busting activities on h...
Q&As with Kessonga
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get a lot of questions about meditation and mindfulness. Today, Kessonga is going to answer a few of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Be Honest, Not Judgmental
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While self-evaluation is healthy for self-improvement, it is often easy to confuse honesty with criticism. The latter comes from a place of judgment, ...
Find Quiet in the Noise
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us are venturing back into the world … and it’s busy out here! But even in the most demanding of places, we can find a sense of peace and ...
Trust Your Gut
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the Headspace app, we often talk about the ever-present blue sky. That’s the sense of calm and ease that’s present in all of us, all of the tim...
Reduce Stress, Increase Resiliency
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a common misconception that mindfulness can reduce stress. What mindfulness actually does is increase your stress resiliency, which is how w...
Make Friends with Fear
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us spend a lot of time trying to ignore or limit our interaction with strong negative feelings. Things like fear, sadness, or anger can be sca...
Make Meditation Your Own
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Headspace teachers provide general instructions in each of our meditation and mindfulness sessions that usually work for most people. This does not me...
Walk Your Own Path
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Social media is a great way to stay connected and keep up with what others are doing. But make sure you’re keeping up, and not getting caught up. We...
An Attitude of Gratitude
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about staying in the present moment, but that is more than just being aware of what’s going on right now. Today, we’re digging into ...
Be Gentle with Yourself
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a fine line between self-care and indulgent complacency. At the same time, there’s a fine line between self-encouragement and being harsh ...
Just Stop
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does stress run your life? Many of us are living in a state of fight, flight, or freeze most of the time. It can lead to burnout, and other physical h...
Don’t Rush Reentry
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the rollout of COVID vaccines, many people are discussing their plans for “re-entering” the world. Where they want to travel, or who they wan...
Starting Anew
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
New beginnings are exciting, hopeful, and frequently riddled with anxiety. We often fear not knowing what comes next, but if we can be aware of those ...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Pay Attention to the Breath
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The entire planet is a living, breathing organism. It changes every day. The air we breathe could have been created thousands of miles away. And when ...
Radio Headspace Rewind: What Do You Appreciate Most?
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Take a moment and think about it. Who or what do you appreciate the most? It could be your family. Or friends. A moment of quiet. It might change dail...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Turn Off Autopilot
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When we’re rushing through the day, it’s easy to get caught up in our routines and in our own minds. But how much of life are we missing when we f...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Take Your Practice With You
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We place a lot of value on our physical and mental health. You may even meditate or do yoga. But if you’re present and embracing loving kindness dur...
Radio Headspace Rewind: You’re Already There
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We hear from a lot of people looking for “happiness” or “enlightenment” like it’s a status or level to achieve in our lives. But really, it’...
Radio Headspace Rewind: What’s Real and What’s Not?
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us walk around waiting for something to happen. We can carry that tension in our bodies and minds, constantly on alert, imagining an unpleasa...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Being vs. Becoming
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember what you wanted to be when you grew up? How about what you want to be in 5 years? Maybe even in 5 minutes? So often, we’re so focuse...
Radio Headspace Rewind: How Do You See Yourself?
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all seem to have a fixed idea of who we think we are and who we’re not. And often, that can define how we live. We just might be shortchanging ou...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Act, Don't React
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We get a lot of emails in about healthy habits and routines. It can be challenging to control your environment, but today we challenge you to instead ...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Compassion Creates Change
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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Radio Headspace Rewind: Find Your Own Blue Zone
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Blue Zones are regions of the world where people live longer and happier than anywhere else. There are lots of reasons for this — what they eat, how...
Radio Headspace Rewind: You Really Have Everything You Need
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When life feels overwhelming, you can feel like the tank is empty. That you have nothing left to give. But if you dig a little deeper, you may find th...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Respect Your Transitions
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re busy. Even now, when our homes have become our gyms, offices, and more, we tend to hop from activity to activity without pause. The mind feels...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Don’t Be Afraid of Feeling
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve heard a lot of questions about happiness lately. Mostly, “is it bad if I’m feeling happy?” That assumes there is a choice in how we feel...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Why Don’t You Just Try It?
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re reexamining your life right now, you’re not alone. We’re taking stock of what we like and what we would like to change. But with chang...
HiberNation: Sleeping Together
11 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Headspace Studios, this is HiberNation, a new series about sleep hosted by Mallika Rao. In this episode, Mallika explores what happens in a bed b...
Radio Headspace Rewind: We Are Who We Are
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Getting along with other people doesn’t mean constant harmony or even agreement. We don’t have to always like what the people around us do. But we...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Would You Cut Your Lawn with Scissors?
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today is World Meditation Day and while it is a wonderful practice, the minutes you spend in meditation are quite small compared to the remaining time...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Now’s a Good Time for Quiet … Now Is Good, Too
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Often, we think that when conditions are just right we can finally change. We fantasize about solitude and quietly retreating to finally tackle the bi...
Radio Headspace Rewind: The Chaos That Is Now
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us are trying to build a sense of order and control amidst the chaos that is our lives right now. Very often, that can look like a very stric...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Finding Solace in Solitude
05 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Finding time for yourself may seem like an odd concept — especially if you’re quarantining alone — but it’s easy to get distracted, from being...
Radio Headspace Rewind: What Are You Holding On To?
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The weekend gives you the opportunity to relax and let go — but some things stick in your mind, nagging at it, weighing you down. It may be an unfin...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Make Some Room
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Children throw tantrums and we call them “naughty.” We say, “they’ll grow out of it,” and move on. But as adults, we don’t stop reacting —...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Take a Good Look Around
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of us are cooped up much more than usual. You may not even be able to go outside for a walk where you live — and you may not want to. It can f...
Radio Headspace Rewind: Is It Possible to Be Happy Right Now?
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to feel happy in the midst of a global health crisis? It depends on what you consider “happiness” to be. Happiness is often fleetin...