Sunday Scaries by Headspace
Episodes
Set Your Intention
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the best things you can do each Sunday is to set an intention for your week. Today, take a few moments to set one, and write it down. Put it so...
Screens Down, Rest Up
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you find that the weekends fly by and the weekdays crawl, the answer could be how much you’re using your phone. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psy...
It’s ☀️ Day
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes our minds are just too busy to practice mindfulness sitting still. That’s why today we’re taking this outside for a walk. Dora Kamau ...
Self-Care Sundays Only
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of stressing over Sundays, what if we approached them as a day to take care of ourselves instead? That sounds way more fun. Dora Kamau hold...
Anxiety, My Old Friend
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How you relate to anxiety is up to you. Today, Dora walks us through letting go of anxious thoughts. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B....
Step Away From the Thought!
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thoughts are neither good nor bad. Through mindfulness, we can learn to step back from our thoughts, and see them for what they are before we assign m...
Reflect on Gratitude
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This show is focused on the anxiety that usually happens on Sundays, but what if Sunday isn’t your weekend at all? Don’t worry. Tapping into grati...
Bring Yourself Back
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No matter how much we worry about what’s coming up, that does not change the fact that it’s still only Sunday. Today, try stepping out of that thi...
Enjoy the Party
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora answers a listener question about the anxiety that comes with seeing someone you've been trying to avoid. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology a...
The Birthday Scaries
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Each Sunday marks another week in the books. Today, Dora talks about the fears that come with passing time, and how she's reframing a milestone birthd...
Beat Sunday Regrets
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We can be hard on ourselves for not getting certain things done on the weekend. Today, Dora shares how we can work with regret, instead of letting it ...
No Scaries Club
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora shares advice from people who avoid the Sunday Scaries, and tips on strengthening good feelings about the week ahead. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in ...
The Lazy Sundays
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora shares some tips for low-motivation days, so you can still make the most of them. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric...
Find Your Passion Project
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora talks about how having a passion project outside of work can help energize you throughout the week. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B...
Be Authentically You
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora talks about how mindfulness can help us stay true to our values when we're on the clock. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psyc...
When the World Feels Awful
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora shares some tips for self-care when we're feeling overwhelmed by bad news headlines or personal tragedies. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology ...
Bye Bye, Burnout
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dora shares a few tips on things we can do to avoid hitting the burnout wall and start Monday feeling fresh. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and...
Embrace Empathetic Joy
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We can choose to find joy in other's happiness, even when we're not exactly sitting on the beach. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in ...
Dealing with Feedback
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard not to take feedback personally, especially when it isn't positive. But we can choose to use tough feedback to grow. Dora Kamau holds a B.A....
Get "Unstuck"
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we're stuck in a job or situation that isn't ideal, we can still do small things to brighten our day and feel more like ourselves. Dora Kamau hol...
Planning for the Weekend
31 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Making weekend plans can feel overwhelming, but there are things we can ask ourselves to prioritize our time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...
Your Four Quarters
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dora compares the week ahead to four quarters of a basketball game, reminding us how a little break can make the week better. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. ...
The Sounds of Sunday
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Music can be a powerful tool to change your mood. Here are some tips on how to create the perfect playlist for the day. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psy...
It's an Identity Crisis
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Dora talks about how to create space between who we are and what we do for a paycheck. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in P...
New Job and New Scaries
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dora shares how visualizing our ideal work life can help calm feelings of anxiety around a new or changing job. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology ...
Get Off The Escalator
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes fear can keep us from seizing new opportunities. Dora talks about how evaluating our current path can help us decide whether it’s time to ...
Working for the Weekend: Part 2
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we learn the reasons behind feelings of regret, we have an opportunity to learn more about ourselves and what we value. Dora explains how. Dor...
Working for the Weekend: Part 1
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dora explains how to make weekend plans based on your wants and needs, instead of saying yes to every invite. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology an...
Noticing Natural Wonders
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Like our environment, we all have our own seasons and cycles. Practice working in harmony with nature to cultivate and tend to your inner self. Dor...
Moment to Moment
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Staring at the clock can cause needless stress and anxiety. Instead, try to approach each moment as having its own sense of meaning. Dora Kamau hol...
The Beginner’s Mind
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cultivate a beginner’s mind and approach the week ahead with a sense of curiosity. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatri...
Non-Negotiables
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get into the habit of asking yourself what you need, so you can learn to prioritize what matters most. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a ...
Lazy Sundaze
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some Sundays, we don't even feel like getting out of bed. Dora shares some tips for low-motivation days, so you can still make the most of them. You c...
Anxiety, My Old Friend
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How you relate to anxiety is up to you. Today, Dora walks us through letting go of anxious thoughts. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. ...
Step Away From the Thought!
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thoughts are neither good nor bad. Through mindfulness, we can learn to step back from our thoughts, and see them for what they are before we assign m...
Reflect on Gratitude
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This show is focused on the very specific weekend anxiety that usually happens on Sundays, but what happens if your schedule is different? Maybe Sunda...
Bring Yourself Back
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Much of our Sunday anxiety comes from worrying about what we have to do on Monday. And you know what? No matter how much we worry about what’s comin...
Sunday Doesn’t Have to be Scary
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you haven’t heard of the term “Sunday Scaries,” you’ve likely felt them. Headspace wants to help you take back your Sundays. Through m...
Make Monday Better
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So much of what we experience is influenced by our perception of reality, not how things actually are. Like on Sundays, for example. How we feel about...
Feel Everything
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of things going on in the world right now that are outside of our control. Things like grief, fear, and tragedy, to name just a few. M...
Ease Into Monday
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Very often in life, we have the tendency to rush in. And when we rush, we tend to move on autopilot. How we do one thing is how we do all things. So i...
Headspace Brown Noise
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Experience the calming embrace of premium brown noise from Headspace. It's perfect for sleep, relaxation, and focus. Find the entire color spectrum, a...
Set An Intention
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week we talked about setting intentions with our tech, but this week we wanted to talk about intentions in general. One of the best things you ca...
Screens Down, Rest Up
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sundays are for screens and scrolling … right? If you find that the weekends fly by and the weekdays crawl, the answer could be how much you’re us...
It’s ☀️ Day
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes our minds are just too busy to practice mindfulness sitting still. That’s why today we’re taking this outside for a walk. The pace of ou...
Self-Care Sundays Only
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of stressing over Sundays, what if we approached them as a day to take care of ourselves instead? That sounds way more fun. Today, imagine you...
Anxiety, My Old Friend
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A relationship with daily anxiety may not be one that we want, but it’s one many of us have. How you relate to that anxiety, though, is up to you. W...
Step Away From the Thought!
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you label your thoughts as a good thought or a bad thought? Well, thoughts are neither good nor bad. Thoughts are just thoughts. The work...
Reflect on Gratitude
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This show is focused on the very specific weekend anxiety that usually happens on Sundays, but what happens if your schedule is different? Maybe Sunda...
Bring Yourself Back
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Much of our Sunday anxiety comes from worrying about what we have to do on Monday. And you know what? No matter how much we worry about what’s comin...
Sunday Doesn’t Have to be Scary
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you haven’t heard of the term “Sunday Scaries,” you’ve likely felt them. Headspace wants to help you take back your Sundays. Through m...