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There is no way to determine what is a right choice versus a wrong choice. The key is to shift our thinking toward living with all possible outcomes and being at peace with whatever choices we make. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The idea of thinking big is often relegated to external success. What if we changed this idea to mean something else? Perhaps we can use it to challenge ourselves to move beyond our comfort zone.  Radio Headspace will be back for an all-new episode featuring all-new voices and mindful moments. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch the new season of Radio Headspace, starting Monday, April 5, 2021.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 and also not so different from one another. Radio Headspace will be back for an all-new episode featuring all-new voices and mindful moments. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch the new season of Radio Headspace, starting Monday, April 5, 2021.  Want more Andy? Try headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Change is a major part of the human experience, the more we adapt and embrace the idea of change, the more we become active participants in our growth as human beings.  Radio Headspace will be back for an all-new episode featuring all-new voices and mindful moments. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch the new season of Radio Headspace, starting Monday, April 5, 2021.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some people are filled with excitement, while others experience nervousness when presented with new opportunities. How can we channel this sensation to benefit ourselves in a healthy manner? Radio Headspace will be back for an all-new episode featuring all new-voices and mindful moments. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch the new season of Radio Headspace, starting Monday, April 5, 2021.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we’re talking about an idea that comes from the Zen tradition. There are two ways of looking at the world: up high, like the view an eagle might have flying over the mountains, and up close, as if you were noticing every grain of sand. The two are vastly different — so how can we do both?  Radio Headspace will be back for an all new episodes featuring all new voices and mindful moments. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch the new season of Radio Headspace starting Monday April 5, 2021. Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Awareness is found when we limit our chances for distraction. Pausing the mind is something we can do in an effort to be more aware of the distractions around us.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding life in death is not a normal practice. The thought of death holds a negative space in our minds. Changing our perspective of death can lead us to a new journey and appreciation of life that we would not experience without the context of death.   Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maintaining stability is the experience of maintaining mindfulness. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Being focused on the outcome or result often leads us to miss out on the work of getting to the desired result. Focusing less on the outcome can lead us to the perfect result.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Taking a moment to reflect on the progress we’ve made helps us be mindful of the progress we are working toward. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oftentimes we get wrapped up in the fine details of executing a plan before we even get started. Sometimes you have to just start and finalize the plan along the way.   Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is okay to pause and reevaluate our relationships to consider the current need the relationship is fulfilling in your life.    Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cultivating the practice of awareness and compassion can take a long time, as this is something that we are not naturally inclined toward.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding purpose in life is often a complex effort that generally leads to frustration and uncertainty. When we focus on the things that bring us joy and happiness, this is often a good starting point toward realizing purpose. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we emphasize the relevance of a moment, the mind processes the moment as a significant event and shifts our focus to elements in the moment we generally would not focus on. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While our phones can be a positive resource, we often find ourselves glued to them. Is it time to evaluate how you use your phone and consider taking a break? Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Understanding the place of breath, not just in meditation, but also in our lives. Learn about leading the breath with the mind. Want More Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cultivating the practice of awareness and compassion can take a long time, as this is something that we are not naturally inclined toward. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finding purpose in life is often a complex effort that generally leads to frustration and uncertainty. When we focus on the things that bring us joy and happiness, this is often a good starting point toward realizing purpose. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we emphasize the relevance of a moment, the mind processes the moment as a significant event and shifts our focus to elements in the moment we generally would not focus on.  Want more Andy? Today Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s okay to relinquish control. Too much control can cause us to miss out on the pleasant inconveniences of life.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The understanding of happiness is often described in black and white, either you're happy or you're not. The idea of letting go of unhappiness is a liberating way of looking at life. This allows for a few splashes of color to expand our idea of happiness. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Significant friendships can impact our lives in more ways than we know. The right friend can provide a subject perspective and give you more insight into how to manage life ups and downs. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever noticed how the elements affect our moods? Being mindful of life’s conditions helps prepare us for our unique journeys of life.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often spend more time preparing for our future. Every so often, it is okay to take a second to reflect on our past. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The vigor and energy we have when we first set our goals and resolutions tend to fade over time. Check in with yourself to get an index of the progress you’ve made toward your goals. The play-by-play isn’t going to create the end result, but it motivates you to make it happen.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meditation can be done in many forms and spaces. The most important thing to remember about practicing meditation is that we should quiet the mind and find a space that allows us to do just that.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are inclined to gauge progress by tangible measures and quantitative figures. However when practicing mindfulness, the gauge of progress can be a little cloudy because it is an internal measure that we set for ourselves. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have more control over the outcome of situations when we are intentional in the way that we show up. Being mindful of a possible outcome can guide the manner in which we show up for life’s challenges. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sometimes, circumstances interrupt our rhythm and take us off course. The rhythm of life is important in maintaining the daily flow that we need to execute our goals.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Practicing mindfulness in life’s moments calls for us to be active participants in the present, versus thinking through the moment and missing the opportunity each moment brings.    Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How we see and feel about ourselves is often expressed outwardly in our everyday interaction. Be mindful of how you think about yourself and how that plays a role in how you move throughout life. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As humans, we are constantly on a journey of growth. Thinking outside the box can lead us to a new phase of growth and evolution. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Exploring mindfulness can be a bit overwhelming at times. The most important things to keep in mind on your journey are expectations, intentions, and being present.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The evolution of life comes from our willingness to try new things. We should approach each new day as an experiment of life and see what conclusion the day brings in pushing us toward the life we want. Want more Andy. Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s important to lead with positive intentions in the moments where positivity seems bleak and distant.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While it’s not always black or white, lying is often an issue of morality. The root of the answer is within each individual's approach to morality and what they deem to be truth.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many times we think about going back to a moment in our life and changing our reaction in hopes of a different outcome. The practice of mindfulness is about staying grounded in the moment and evolving to react in ways that truly honor who we are.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s easy to become dependent on others to validate our unique, individual journeys through life. Remember not to get hung up on what others think of your journey, but to stay focused on the destination and find peace in the path you’ve chosen.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pace in which we move in life doesn’t always allow us to feel our feelings. Feeling our feelings is the unique element that makes us human and keeps us present with ourselves and others. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meditation is not about the physical location, it's about the place that your mind is set. Set your mind in a place of calmness, and you can meditate everywhere. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a difference between rushing through our days versus having a steady pace that keeps us moving along. The point is to keep moving and don’t let stress paralyze you from winning the day. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every so often, we have opportunities that present a clear intersection between the pastime of watching TV and the act of practicing mindfulness. We want to encourage you to capitalize on that opportunity by checking out our new Netflix series “Headspace Guide To Meditation”  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness is not about eliminating the noise of life, but more about learning how to work skillfully within the surrounding noise of life.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life is not always easy. Some would argue that the storms of life are more consistent than the sunny days. With that, we tend to have an appreciation for the good times as we use them to power through the bad times.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we practice being in the moment of having opportunity we can be mindful in the act of clearly making the decision that is in our best interest. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The impact of looking at life’s moments through a new lens or a different perspective can be refreshing. Which can cause us to feel a sense of enlightenment in things that have become the jaded nuances of life.   Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every single moment and activity in our lives is a moment to be mindful. The basic practice of mindfulness is showing up and being present in our interactions.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s important to be intentional about finding the common connection to the world.  When we are mindful of how we treat each other and the world around us, it results in the minimum negative impact on the world. Want more Andy? Try headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While meditation, mindfulness, and training the mind are all vitally important, it does not have to be a strict or rigid practice. Going into the weekend, we are challenged to bring more happiness and joy into our practices.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Training our minds to be aware of vast living beings over a long period of time can have a profound effect on our lives. Learn how to connect with the world to transform the ways in which we feel, think, act, and speak.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can we approach difficult issues in life such as illness or pain? In today’s podcast, we learn about a skillful approach rooted in love, patience, and acceptance.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everything in life matters, and simultaneously, nothing in life matters. Today, we learn about this paradox and how to become comfortable with its relevance in our lives.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whatever doesn’t kill you, makes you realize what you are capable of. In today’s podcast, we discuss why we avoid challenges and how facing them can be beneficial in our lives. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are there elements, aspects, and places in your life where you can declutter? In today’s podcast, we are challenged to look for areas to free up space to ease and simplify our lives. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tapping into the creative mind often helps us move past the different plateaus we face in life. In today’s podcast, we discuss letting go of the technical aspects of meditation and allowing the mind the space needed to express itself freely. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is value in focusing on the small details. In doing so, we are able to ground ourselves and reduce the space of anxiety and fear in the mind.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Far too often, we waste time worrying about the outcome of a project so much that we end up never starting it. Learn how to practice different approaches to engage oneself and begin something new today.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life is challenging enough, so why do we dedicate so much time and energy into disagreeing with others. Today, choose a different route and learn how to positively channel your energy in the new year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there a specific handbook on living for those who practice mindfulness and meditation? In today’s podcast, we are reminded to keep an open mind and not limit ourselves in the world we live in.  Radio Headspace wishes you a happy & mindful holiday season! Try Headspace today!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our mind is often caught up by thoughts of what has happened or what could happen. When focusing our attention on one thing in this present moment, our minds are not able to get lost in the past or the future. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Think of the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten. You may have a word or phrase in mind, but what if it’s simpler than that? Things are as they are; we are as we are. All you have is this moment, so be your best in it. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness focuses on being present in the moment. Nevertheless, it is still important to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Our present consciousness shapes our future. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 change, no matter how positive, can often come fear. Fear of not knowing what the end result will be. This week, try to maintain a spirit of exploration. Try something new for the sake of doing it, not to reach a final outcome.  Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In life, we do not always have the luxury of choice. However, we do have the opportunity to train our minds to complete our life’s work, through being mindful of the work we must do toward living a well-rounded life. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you define yourself, and what limitations does that place on you? Learn how meditation can help you open up your mind and push beyond the limits of that identity. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Change is a major part of the human experience, the more we adapt and embrace the idea of change the more we become active participants in our growth as human beings.  Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The energy that we put out is more than just our actions and words, but also the intentions we carry in our minds. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you appreciating each moment, day, or year? Recognize the importance of celebrating each passing moment. Radio Headspace wishes you a happy, healthy, and mindful holiday season. Try some Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy offers a space of reflection as we come to the end of a trying year. Try to think about the year outside of the major moment; think about the subtle moments that taught you lessons and offered you a new perspective.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The idea that we know all information needed sets up barriers in the mind, preventing us from being curious and learning. In today’s podcast, we discuss keeping a genuine sense of curiosity. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do we create a framework in which we keep moving forward? Learn how having a goal to aim towards, brings a sense of direction to meditation. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Success and failure are relative. Through the lens of mindfulness, we look to avoid judgmental commentary and accept things as they are. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you feel stuck in life right now? In today’s podcast, we discuss being confident and courageous enough to move forward in life without knowing the eventual outcome. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is easy to believe that we are the only ones dealing with stress in our lives. In today’s podcast, we are reminded to be kinder, both to ourselves and the people around us.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life cannot be taken for granted. While this year has been a trying time for many, we reflect on being grateful for our lives and the lives of our loved ones. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With meditation, there is a sense of wanting to reach relaxation quickly. In today’s podcast, we learn how to give our minds time and space to unwind into relaxation.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In meditation, we witness thought without any bias or judgment. How can we use this training to make space for the thoughts of other people, even when they hold views that are different from ours? Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it mean to practice generosity? Learn how to train the mind to notice the moments in life when there is an opportunity given. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do we go into difficult conversations where we hold preconceived ideas? In today’s podcast, we learn how to be open to having our minds changed, rather than looking to convince the other person to share our views. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 and also not so different from one another. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 relaxing into meditation.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 moment and each breath is also different from the last, making each practice a new experience. Practice with Headspace. Download it for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What new thing have you always wanted to try? In today’s podcast we are challenged to be curious and uncover new talents and abilities. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we are present, there is a sense of stillness in the moments of life. The practice of gratitude requires us to focus on the present moment and reflect on the graciousness of our past. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do we create an environment where we can maintain a sustainable practice of meditation? We focus on the importance of training the mind in awareness and compassion we develop over time. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the intention behind the love and kindness meditation technique? Learn how to apply this technique to your life, even when it may be difficult.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is life just happening to you? In today’s podcast, we learn how mindfulness and meditation can help us take the first step out of our comfort zones to live a life more fulfilling. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Navigating a difficult conversation starts with learning to explore the views of others and having an open mind to their perspective.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Perseverance happens when commitment is balanced with flexibility. Learn how to apply these principles to training the mind, meditation practices, and your overall life.   Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At times, we do not know how to respond to stress. In today’s podcast, we learn how to create the conditions to deal with stress in the mind and how to cultivate a happier future for ourselves. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are all connected in some type of way. Explore the many ways we are all different, yet have a shared sense of experiences. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we meditate, the brain physically begins to change. Learn how meditation rewires the brain, leaving us happier, healthier, and more compassionate.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all can make a difference and solve life’s challenging problems when we work together in unity. Listen to some good news in today’s podcast. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Through meditation, we can experience ways to be present with our fears and anxieties. Today, we discuss the difference between acting mindful and truly being mindful. Want more Andy? Try Headspace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many ways that conflict can arise in our minds and be expressed. Meditation can provide us with enough clarity to react compassionately in our everyday lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The practice of generosity is becoming aware of opportunities to be generous without expectation. When was the last time you did something kind for someone else or had someone do something nice for you without expecting anything in return?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you heading into the new week with negative thoughts, or missing the freedom of the weekend? Reframe resistance in the mind to relax and live a happier life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anyone find patience hard? Especially this week. When we want something, we want it now. But if we think about patience from a meditation perspective, it’s with us right now, and all we need to do is uncover it. Remember that this weekend. For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, you can download the Headspace app for free and search for our “Politics Without Panic” collection, or visit Headspace.com/election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Collective consciousness. Every once in a while there’s an event that we all experience together. Big, national or global events. 2020 seems to be full of them, and while we all feel those events, we all experience them in our own unique way. Today, get to know yourself a bit better and explore the ways these events affect you, specifically. For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, you can download the Headspace app for free and search for our “Politics Without Panic” collection, or visit Headspace.com/election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was a sense of eerie calm when we recorded this episode yesterday. The calm before the storm. That tends to happen before big events. There’s a calm, quiet eye in every storm. Finding a sense of calm is always an option, no matter what’s going on. See if you can find yours today. For more support with managing the stress and uncertainty around the election, you can download the Headspace app for free and search for our “Politics Without Panic” collection, or visit Headspace.com/election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As humans, we love to assign meaning to things. We think, “Oh this is good, and this is bad.” But if we're constantly thinking like this, it can be really limiting. If we can step out of those thought patterns, we can experience life in a very different way. For more support dealing with the stress and uncertainty around the election, you can download the Headspace app for free and search for our “Politics Without Panic” collection or visit Headspace.com/election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the last few years, we’ve been building up to the next American Election. A lot of people have been feeling stressed, anxious, and angry. We wanted to share some techniques that Andy learned in the monastery to help you get through the week, no matter who you’re voting for. For more support dealing with the stress and uncertainty around the election, you can download the Headspace app for free and search for our “Politics Without Panic” collection or visit Headspace.com/election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there a specific handbook on living for those who practice mindfulness and meditation? In today’s podcast, we are reminded to keep an open mind and not limit ourselves in the world we live in. Want more Andy? Try out Headspace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you define yourself, and what limitations does that place on you? Learn how meditation can help you open up your mind and push beyond the limits of that identity. Want more of Andy? Try out Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can we live a life that maximizes our sense of happiness while living with a healthy respect for those who came before us, and those who will come after us. Want more Andy? Try Headspace for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some people are filled with excitement, while others experience nervousness when presented with new opportunities. How can we channel this sensation to benefit ourselves in a healthy manner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you appreciating each moment, day, or year? Recognize the importance of celebrating each passing moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While we are all collectively united, we are all also unique. Today, we recognize the benefit in celebrating the uniqueness of one another.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In life, there often is a big gap between what we think we know and what we actually know about mindfulness and meditation. Learn how to connect those ideas and intellect to actual experiences.  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Generally, we develop a pattern of thinking over the course of our lifetime. What type of pattern do you have and how can you cultivate and maintain an open mind?  Want more Andy? Try Headspace today for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How can we use time in a constructive way for ourselves and others, while maintaining a sense of spaciousness in the mind? Want more Andy? Try Headspace today for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What are the most valuable lessons we can benefit from in life? Today, we learn about the four foundations, a precious human life, impermanence, cause and effect, and a sense of acceptance. Want more Andy? Try Headspace today for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Often we feel like there is not enough time in the day to complete all of our tasks. How can we make time for and prioritize the things in our lives that are important, and will ultimately make us feel better?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you apply more or less effort in life? Learn how mastery is achieved by being present and allowing nature to unfold in its own time. Want more Andy? Try Headspace for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In life, we try many different things ... some that work for us and others that don’t. How can we use meditation to hear our inner voice, and allow it to guide us throughout our lives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Words can be beneficial and necessary. Nevertheless, there seems to be an endless amount of chatter in today’s world. Learn how to become selective with your words and how silence can also add value to our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back with all new-episodes of Radio Headspace. Meditation does not mean that we are repeating the same task over and over. Though we are repeating an action, we can have new experiences by reframing our minds, changing our moods, and thinking new thoughts. For more on meditation, try out Headspace for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 much they move. But the deep relationships that people in Blue Zones have add up to 8 years to their lives. Is there someone special to you that you haven’t connected with in a while? This weekend, give them a call.  Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How much advice is useful or harmful? Learn how to distinguish between the two extremes, and find the balance to best learn a skill.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While meditation and mindfulness are an important part of our day, we must remember that each moment has its place and is equally precious and important in our lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The way we think can manifest in our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We have to be intentional about staying away from negative and dramatic experiences as our mind naturally gravitates toward those thoughts and records those emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you in the process of learning something new? Or are you quitting a new skill before you’ve really learned it because you think you’re bad at it? If you have these  thoughts when you’re learning something, remember, that is just a thought. It has no basis in reality. Try to appreciate whatever you’re doing, wherever you’re at.

Sometimes, thoughts that really scare us can arise. And if there is the chance of immediate harm for you or someone around you, please seek medical attention as quickly as possible. But for other scary thoughts, we tend to push them down. We judge them and judge ourselves from having them. But we don’t have to. It’s our job to just witness the mind as it is.

Not too long ago, Andy helped Cookie Monster out while he was waiting for his latest batch of cookies to bake. And while you may not be a cookie monster, you may often find yourself waiting for something else to happen, which often means you’re missing out on what is actually happening right now. Remember, what’s happening right now is enough. Check out Andy’s adventures with all of our friends on Sesame Street. 

We often feel the need to know everything about our lives and ourselves. We want to know everything that happens next. That need for control can lead to a lot of anxiety. If you have someone on your mind this weekend, try asking a trusted friend for advice, and actually listen to it. See what happens.

We only have so much energy in our lives. If we channel it into the wrong things, including multi-tasking, we find that time flies by but we aren’t sure how we spent it or what we got accomplished. What if instead, you gave something your entire focus? Try it today and see how you feel.

There is an exercise in the monastery where every evening, the monks and nuns acknowledge the fact that one day, we will die. Not in a morbid or sad way, but in a way that helps us appreciate each and every moment we’ve been given. 

We often approach commitments with an “all or nothing” mentality. You should keep your commitments, but missing an appointment or a workout doesn’t make you a commitment failure. It may mean that instead, you’re making space in your life for other, equally important things.

We’ve heard from a few people that during this time, their work feels unessential. Maybe you feel this way. If you do, remember that you always have the opportunity to be of service. Today, don’t ask yourself what your work is doing for you, but rather what it is doing for others.

Have an earworm? That same tune that keeps playing over and over — whether it’s actually music, a thought that won’t leave you alone, or a story that just keeps replaying in your mind. Rather than fighting it, what would happen today if you gave that noise your full attention?

If you’re too committed to a particular destination, you can’t truly experience what is happening. Allow things to spark joy, pique your curiosity, and leave some room to explore today.

The more we shout the benefits of meditating, very often the further we get from the actual experience of doing it. If you have someone in your life you want to try something you love, rather than talking it up, encourage them to try it for themselves.

How much time do you spend trying to anticipate what people are going to do next? Especially with young children, we can place pretty big expectations on who or what they’re going to be or do. But in doing that, we don’t allow people to be who they actually are. Today, instead of trying to anticipate, try experiencing someone as they are in that moment.

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’s a state of being. And whenever we are present in the moments of our life, that is enlightenment. Happiness isn’t waiting for you somewhere in the future — it’s here, right now.

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 we sit and notice the breath, we notice that each one is different, as is each moment. This weekend, pause and try to notice life as it unfolds. 

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 daily, or even moment to moment. The answer doesn’t actually matter, just try to notice what comes up.

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 forget to look around? Try to approach today like it’s brand-new.

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 during your meditation or in a yoga class, but driving away screaming at someone in traffic, you’re not fully embracing the philosophies of those practices. Today, focus on aligning your attitude with your actions.  Haven’t Seen “Whole Foods Parking Lot”? Check it out here.

Humans are amazing storytellers. It allows us to connect with each other, entertain each other and empathize with each other. But problems arise when the stories that we create in our minds grow beyond our current reality. Today, look out for times when thoughts are spinning out and focus instead, on what is happening in this moment. 

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 unpleasant experience. It’s an uncomfortable way to live. And if we walk through life waiting, or intentionally looking for those things, we will keep that story alive. This weekend, try to let go of what’s not real and focus on what is.

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 focused on becoming something or someone different, that we can forget to just be who we are right now. 

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 ourselves in the process. But if we can catch those ideas as they arise and explore them, we can see that anything and everything is possible.

We’ve gotten a lot of emails at Headspace HQ about healthy habits and routines. Right now, it can feel challenging to control your environment, but today, we challenge you to instead focus on what’s going on inside. When you’re able to notice a thought, you can respond calmly, clearly, with intention rather than react emotionally.

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 much they move. But the deep relationships that people in Blue Zones have add up to 8 years to their lives. Is there someone special to you that you haven’t connected with in a while? This weekend, give them a call. 

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 that the act of giving fills you back up. So today, try to find an opportunity to practice kindness and generosity — in secret if you can — and see how it makes you feel. 

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 softer and the body feels more relaxed when we allow ourselves to transition. Today, try to allow for some time in-between activities and see how you feel. Want a little more movement in your day? Listen to Andy on Trained and check out some mindful runs on the Headspace app.

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. That question also forgets that there is enough space in the mind for compassion for someone else’s  suffering, and enjoyment of your own life. Today, give yourself the freedom to embrace whatever feeling arises for you.

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 change, no matter how positive, can often come fear. Fear of not knowing what the end result will be. This week, try to maintain a spirit of exploration. Try something new for the sake of doing it, not to reach a final outcome. 

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 do have to allow people to be exactly who they are. After all, isn’t that what we want for ourselves? This weekend, consider that harmonious relationships are less about what we do, and more about what we don’t do. Not judging, criticizing, or trying to change them.

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 of each day. Mindfulness is what happens in those remaining hours, and if you can bring a little of that attention or awareness into the rest of your day, that is the quality of meditation.

Often, we think that when conditions are just right we can finally change. We fantasize about solitude and quietly retreating to finally tackle the big issues weighing on our minds. If only we had that peace and quiet, we could do it! But it’s often the input from others that show us exactly where those points of resistance are. If you find yourself irritated, frustrated, or resisting something or someone in your environment today, try embracing that moment as a chance to connect with yourself on a deeper level.

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 strict daily schedule, a list of books and movies to cross off your queue, or perhaps keeping the home very tidy. It’s good to have order, but being too strict with it means we feel like we’re falling apart when one thing is out of line. Today, try to allow for a little more chaos and be comfortable in the discomfort. 

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 caught up in Zoom calls to binge-watching TV or constantly reading the news. If you’re with others, it’s tempting to look at taking time for yourself as selfish, but in solitude, we can find a way to reconnect with ourselves. And when we go back out into life we can be better for ourselves, and for the people around us. 

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 unfinished task or an unforgiven incident. We suffer when we hold onto things, but if you can find a way to let go, to retell your story, forgiveness will set you free.

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 — it just looks a little different. We may say or do something we regret. So the next time someone around you is reacting in a way that’s surprising, take a step back and create some space.

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 feel like there’s too much going on. But in every moment, we have the opportunity to pause and take a good look. See the colors of the world, the simplicity of a tree or flower, and appreciate that moment of calm. 

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 fleeting, but contentment and peace of mind are always there — even in times of great difficulty. 

Ten years after we launched Headspace, we’re launching our first official podcast. Because now, more than ever, there’s so much noise in the world. Most of us don’t know how we approach our own minds, thoughts, or feelings. We can get so caught up in our individual circumstances that we don’t see that we’re all in this together — and that shared unity is a beautiful thing. Tune in to new episodes of Radio Headspace every weekday morning. 

We’re excellent at noticing when we start to feel angry, or sad, or happy, but when’s the last time you noticed when a mood ended or changed? Remember, emotion is temporary, and feeling is finite. The more often we notice the end of a feeling that challenges us, the easier we can find a place of peace and a calm mind. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace  starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The more we shout the benefits of meditating, very often the further we get from the actual experience of doing it. If you have someone in your life that you want to try something you love, rather than talking it up, encourage them to experience it for themselves. Make sure you share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace  starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. That question also forgets that there is enough space in the mind for compassion for someone else’s suffering, and enjoyment of your own life. Today, give yourself the freedom to embrace whatever feeling arises for you.  Be sure to share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve heard from a few people that during this time, their work feels unessential. Maybe you feel this way. If you do, remember that you always have the opportunity to be of service. Today, don’t ask yourself what your work is doing for you, but rather what it is doing for others. Be sure to share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 unfinished task or an unforgiven incident. We suffer when we hold onto things, but if you can find a way to let go, to retell your story, forgiveness will set you free. Be sure to share, download, and subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness is a non-judgmental state, but when we have an intellectual understanding of mindfulness, but not the experiential knowledge, we can use it to judge others. Today, focus on your experiences to empathize and be a source of compassion, not judgment.  Be sure to share, download & subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 during your meditation or in a yoga class, but driving away screaming at someone in traffic, you’re not fully embracing the philosophies of those practices. Today, focus on aligning your attitude with your actions.  Be sure to share, download & subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you’re re-examining 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 change, no matter how positive, can often come fear. Fear of not knowing what the end result will be. This week, try to maintain a spirit of exploration. Try something new for the sake of doing it, not to reach a final outcome.  Be sure to share, download & subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the first installment of the Radio Headspace Rewind series. 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 fleeting, but contentment and peace of mind are always there — even in times of great difficulty. Be sure to share, download & subscribe to catch new episodes of Radio Headspace starting Monday, October 12, 2020.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Radio Headspace celebrates our 100th Episode.  We are encouraged to feel and express appreciation for those we are grateful for. We are grateful and appreciate all of you who support and listen to the show. Stay tuned for brand new episodes starting Monday October 12, 2020. In the meantime be sure to catch the Radio Headspace Rewind Series! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The heart of meditation is not about avoiding difficult or challenging emotions. Learn how to let go and return to a place of calm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 Many of us remember our dreams, while others do not. Learn how our environment and consciousness influence the dreams we have, and how to be more aware of them in the mind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In life we do not always have the luxury of choice. However, we do have the opportunity to train our minds to complete our life’s work, through being mindful of the work we must do toward living a well-rounded life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our mind is often caught up by thoughts of what has happened or what could happen. When focusing our attention on one thing in this present moment, our minds are not able to get lost in the past or the future.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many find meditation challenging. Why? What is mindfulness really about? Learn how our approach to meditation determines the outcome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mindfulness focuses on being present in the moment. Nevertheless, it is still important to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Our present consciousness shapes our future.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the wake of the pandemic, the world around us is very different. Rather than trying to stay in our normal structures, we can use this new time as an opportunity to introduce something different into our routines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 to  freely express our creativity.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our lives are filled with distractions. Some pleasant, while the others not so much. We have to be intentional about paying attention to the things that matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Change is a major part of the human experience, the more we adapt and embrace the idea of change the more we become active participants in our growth as human beings.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We use the phrase of “I don’t care” to deflect from the fact that we actually do care. What happens when we are mindful of the times we do care and mindful of the times when we are not bothered.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s easy to get caught up in the routine of our everyday lives and feel like we are stuck in a rut, however we should learn to appreciate the simple routines that keep our minds off of the small nuances of life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Disciplined. Strict. Precise. All are words used to describe the great generals of the world. We adhere to these terms to rule our lives without giving ourselves much room for the flexibility that life oftentimes requires.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 remembered? How do you show up in the world?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our ability to connect with other people is the thing that makes us human. Oftentimes, it is hard to connect with the right people, which impacts our perception of relationships and the experiences we share with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Society teaches us that the more we plan our lives, the better our lives will be. But this mindset doesn't leave room for the fascinating nuances that bring color to the spaces of our lives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The idea of thinking big is often relegated to external success. What if we changed this idea to mean something else? Perhaps we can use it to challenge ourselves to move beyond our comfort zone.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to define our lives around what we have to do, but the fabric of our life is really defined by the approach we take in carrying out the things we must do.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Experiences, sights, sounds, and emotions are all things our brain consciously and unconsciously processes. The more information we consume, the more energy we use.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We move through life making choices with an anticipation for an expected result. Sometimes, this can lead to disappointment that stops us from living in the moment and letting life just be what it is. Learn to feel comfortable with letting go of your anticipations.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oftentimes, we associate our triggers with outcomes that yield a negative effect. The challenge here is to think about your triggers from a different perspective and take a mindful approach toward using your triggers to center your thoughts and reactions.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's easy to place blame on outside influences for the unfavorable things that take place in our lives. However, when we take responsibility for ourselves, we then are accountable for the positive change we want to happen in our lives and no longer depend on others to make those changes for us.   This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do your emotions control your mind or does your mind control your emotions? A fascinating question considering that our thoughts are often governed by the way we feel. Emotions are a part of being human — we all feel them. We need to put in effort to become more aware of our feelings. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oftentimes we avoid difficult situations by simply pretending they don't exist. There is real value in taking time out to be quiet and acknowledge our current reality — whether good or bad. In doing this we are able to gain clear vision and insight on how to maneuver through the circumstances at hand. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

As soon as your head hits the pillow do you fall right to sleep, or do all of your thoughts come out to play? Thoughts don’t suddenly appear from out of nowhere. In the space and quiet of rest our thoughts can rise to the surface. Morning meditation and daily mindfulness help us manage those thoughts. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

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 discouraged by the amount of effort we have to put in. This is common in learning. Don’t judge your progress by someone else’s mastery. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

Think of the last event you went to … and now recall if everyone had their phones out. How much of our experiences are actually being experienced in the moment, and how much are we trying to capture moments for some future time? It’s the tension of great photography — moments can only be captured when we are fully present, but by capturing them we disrupt the present. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace.

Stuck on a problem? Stop thinking and start doing something you enjoy. Our mind is limitless in it’s creativity, but very often our thinking is cyclical, preventing us from seeing new and creative solutions. Today, when you're faced with a problem, create space in the mind to find that creative flow. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace.

Think of the best piece of advice you’ve ever gotten. You may have a word or phrase in mind, but what if it’s simpler than that? Things are as they are; we are as we are. All you have is this moment, so be your best in it. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit when you go to Indeed.com/Headspace.

Andy gets asked if he believes in reincarnation a lot. No matter what you believe about what will happen, all we are guaranteed in this moment. Focus on that. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed.

Think of the last time you felt sad about feeling sad, or anxious about your anxiety. We love to prescribe thoughts to our negative emotions, but our thinking keeps stoking the fire. If we can stop thinking about our feelings, they’ll die down on their own. Today, try to notice your moods or emotions, and allow your thoughts about those feelings go. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed.

Life can be really serious. And those serious issues demand serious attention. But for a lot of the everyday stuff, why not try to smile instead? Life is a lot more fun if you can laugh at it. This weekend try to play, and see what happens. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic has put a lot of things in sharp relief. For most of us, it’s given us a call to pause and ask ourselves, what is most important in life? Now is the time to make sure you’re living your life according to what you value most. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

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 the same in all scenarios, spiritual or not. The goal is to be present. That’s it.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

Harm, hurt and injustice demand immediate attention, but for most things, you may find that sitting back and watching to see what happens is the best course of action. Today, practice being at ease with life as it unfolds. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

 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 personalities develop over time, with our experiences. Don’t get so caught up in these surface level traits that you don’t notice who you really are. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen exclusively on Spotify.

There are moments where we might feel helpless when someone we care about is suffering. Worrying doesn’t help, but there is a technique that might. It’s called Tonglen.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen free at Spotify.com/MichelleObama

Spoiler alert: it’s not where you think it is. Today, take a look at the stories you’re telling about yourself, those stories that you use to limit yourself, and remember that you have the power to change the ending. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen free at Spotify.com/MichelleObama

Breaking bad habits requires changing patterns. But even that can seem overwhelming. So start small. No, smaller. Start just by trying to be aware of your habits and patterns. Then you can progress. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen free at Spotify.com/MichelleObama

“Boredom” has become something negative. We see it as a condition of our lives that we must change. We search for stimulation and distraction, but by doing that, we are essentially saying that this moment is not enough. The next time you feel bored, pause and examine it. You may find that you’re never bored again. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen free at Spotify.com/MichelleObama

Today we’re talking about an idea that comes from the Zen tradition. There are two ways of looking at the world: up high, like the view an eagle might have flying over the mountains, and up close, as if you were noticing every grain of sand. The two are vastly different - so how can we do both? This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by The Michelle Obama Podcast. Listen free at Spotify.com/MichelleObama

The mind and body are not separate entities. Maybe you walk faster when you’re angry or say something you don’t mean when you’re flustered. The more we can stay connected to both body and mind, the more we learn about ourselves. Check-in with your body as you’re moving through the world this weekend.  This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit by visiting indeed.com/headspace.

We’re excellent at noticing when we start to feel angry, or sad, or happy, but when’s the last time you noticed when a mood ended or changed? Remember, emotion is temporary, and feeling is finite. The more often we notice the end of a feeling that challenges us, the easier we can find a place of peace and a calm mind. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit by visiting indeed.com/headspace.

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Mindfulness is good for many things, but we tend to look at it differently depending on where we’ve learned it. Western mindfulness centers around awareness and Eastern mindfulness is more about compassion. But like the sun, both emit light and warmth, we need both awareness and compassion to truly live mindfully.    This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit by visiting indeed.com/headspace.

Our minds are great at escaping uncomfortable situations. Sometimes escape is appropriate, but other times there are benefits to being present and sitting with the discomfort. This requires practice, courage, and the willingness to leave the door open and allow a little discomfort in. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit by visiting indeed.com/headspace.

Being busy is our norm, but if that becomes your habit, or your everyday routine, we end up doing something just to do it, even when we have the chance to be still. Stillness allows the mind to rest. Today, find 5 minutes to just... be. This week, Radio Headspace is sponsored by Indeed. Get a free $75 credit by visiting indeed.com/headspace.

If your home were on fire and you could only save one material possession, what would it be? Think of that thing, about why you would save it, what it means to you, and how the mind feels when you imagine it. This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen to Changing The Game wherever you get your podcasts.

One of the things we’ve been asked the most lately is about our eating habits during lockdown. It seems that being within arm’s reach of the fridge amplifies a lot of thoughts about food, and often, we engage in an internal battle about that thought. The next time thoughts about food or eating habits arise, try to notice it, acknowledge it, and act appropriately — not react emotionally. This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen to Changing The Game wherever you get your podcasts.

It’s easy to get frustrated by other people, and in our frustration, we forget that we are the people. We have a responsibility to share the space that we’re in. Next time you find yourself frustrated, in traffic for example, remember that you are part of the whole, and see if a little empathy arises.  This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen to Changing The Game wherever you get your podcasts.

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, but these things cannot replace the quality of mind cultivated by formal meditation training. This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen to Changing The Game wherever you get your podcasts.

Itches have a way of taking over the body. It can be all we think about, and we often scratch and scratch with little relief. This is common with physical discomfort. Whenever we notice a twinge we immediately go to change it. But what if you sat with it for a moment instead? Explore sitting with discomfort and see what happens. This week, Radio Headspace is brought to you by Changing The Game. Listen wherever you listen to Radio Headspace.

How much time do you spend running away from things you don’t like? Green veggies may come to mind, or a specific task at work. This weekend, try instead to turn toward things you usually avoid and approach them with curiosity. This is a useful skill to have and you may find you like kale more than you think.

We get a lot of questions about journaling during a meditation. A lot of thoughts pop up during meditation — they could be creative or insightful. And we may  want to remember them. But stopping your meditation to write things down changes the nature of the exercise and may even create more tension. Try to resist this urge. Trust us — if it’s really important, you won’t forget it.

At Headspace, we believe in finding mindfulness in your everyday life. But what we love most about mindfulness is that it isn't about believing anything. Mindfulness is just a framework for exploring your life as it exists right now. In every episode of Radio Headspace, we'll be cultivating awareness and compassion, and asking ourselves, how can we live a life that best reflects us? Join Andy Puddicombe for a few minutes every weekday morning to step out of the internal chatter and into your potential.