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Ep 517The Thing About "Resistance"
Today, Dora takes a deep dive into what "resistance" means in meditation, and how we can learn to come to a place of acceptance, even when things are difficult. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 516What it Means to "Allow"
Over the next few days, Dora will be de-mystifying meditation jargon. Today, she explains what it really means to "allow" thoughts and feelings in meditation, and how we can have the courage to give up control. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 515Working with the Mind
It's natural for our minds to often wander to the past or into the future. Today, Dora talks about what it means to "work with" a wandering mind, and what we can learn from the way our mind jumps from thought to thought. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 514The Perils of a New Gym
The gym can be an intimidating place. Today, Dora talks about going to a new gym for the first time, and why we don't have to worry about others judging us. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 513Traveling Solo for the First Time
It can be scary to travel solo, but when we let go of expectations, there are so many adventures to be had. Today, Dora talks about managing anxious thoughts when we travel to a new place by ourselves. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 512Healing After Your First Heartbreak
Feeling heartbreak for the first time can be difficult. Today, Dora talks about how community care and introspection can help heal the wounds of a breakup. To see Dora's ‘Honoring Heartbreak’ meditation, click here. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 511First Date Nerves
Whether it's solo or with a group, first dates can be nerve-racking. Today, Dora talks about working with anxiety around first dates. Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 510Trying New Things
It's normal to feel nerves about trying something new, but we experience firsts all the time. Today, Dora talks about how to mindfully approach new things in life, even if they feel daunting.Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 509Why We DO Have Time for Exercise, with Gretchen Reynolds
Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares tips on exercising more efficiently to get all the health benefits in less time. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 508Gretchen Reynolds on Why We Are Meant to Move
Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Gretchen discusses why movement is key to a healthy and well-rounded life, especially as we age. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 507Gretchen Reynolds Talks Movement and Mental Health
Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares a few ways that mindful movement can help us feel more at ease. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 506Your Brain on Exercise, with Gretchen Reynolds
Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how exercising the body can actually improve our cognitive abilities. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 505Gretchen Reynolds on the Importance of Movement
Washington Post Health and Wellness Columnist Gretchen Reynolds hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she talks about how easy exercise can truly be, and the positive health benefits it offers. Learn more about Gretchen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 504How To Self-Validate
It's nice when people give us positive feedback. But if we take too much stock in what others think, we can get caught up in their perspective, and even attach our worth to it. Today, Rosie talks about how we can validate ourselves, and create positive self-talk. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 503Find Your Creativity
Finding your creative side can be difficult, especially if we've been discouraged from creative pursuits. Today, Rosie talks about why we are ALL creative in some way, and how to bring creativity into your daily life. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 502Why Forgiveness?
Forgiveness is hard, especially when someone has hurt us in a lasting way. Today, Rosie talks about why it's important to forgive, and how it can ultimately help us find peace. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 501Communicate with Kindness
When we're stressed, it's easy to be short with people, especially those closest to us. Today, Rosie talks about how to communicate with kindness, even when life gets chaotic. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 500The Happiness in Helping Others
It's easy to think about doing things for ourselves in order to find happiness. But what if the key to happiness is finding the joy in helping others? Today, Rosie talks about how to generate warm and fuzzy feelings through acts of service. Check out our week of Dr. Laurie Santos' Radio Headspace episodes here: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 499Create Balance in a Busy World
It's can be hard to focus on what's important when you're being pulled in all directions. Today, Rosie shares how to be present with whatever you're doing, and live a more balanced life. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 498When Plans Fall Apart
Life will inevitably throw us curveballs. Today, Rosie shares how to keep your cool when your plans fall apart. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 497Take the Compliment
Today, Rosie shares why it can be so hard to believe good feedback from others, and why we should buy into our own hype. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 496You Can't Always Get What You Want
Life doesn't always work out as planned. Today, Rosie shares her journey with infertility, and what we can all do to cope when we don't get what we want. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 495Ask For What You Want
It can be hard to voice our needs, especially if we're used to putting others first. Today, Rosie talks about how she's been able to express what she wants, and how you can do it, too. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 494Coping With Rejection
Today, Rosie shares a recent experience with rejection, and how we can all find resilience when we hear the word "no." Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 493Feeling Left Out?
When we're left out of a conversation, a coffee break or a big party, it can be easy to feel down on ourselves. But being left out can be reframed as a positive, or even as an opportunity to communicate how we feel. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 492Compassion During Conflict
When someone wrongs us, it's easy to assume the worst of them. Today, Rosie shares why compassion can be a tool to give us peace when we have conflict with others. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 491Setting Boundaries
It can be hard to set boundaries, especially with those closest to us. Today, Rosie shares her personal story of setting boundaries with her father, and how we can all use boundaries to create healthier relationships. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 490Dealing With Regret
Regret can be challenging to let go of. Today, Rosie talks about finding the silver lining in our regrets, and why they don't have to define us. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 489Emily Nagoski on the Science of Lasting Relationships
ESex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she shares how to find, thrive, and maintain our lasting relationships. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 488Emily Nagoski on Orgasms
ESex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Emily explains orgasms, their role in our lives, and how to have more of them. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 487Emily Nagoski on Sex in Long-Term Relationships
ESex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she explains why sex is important in long-term relationships, and how to communicate what you want. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 486Emily Nagoski on the Science of Sex
ESex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, she breaks down the science behind sexual arousal and desire, and give us a better understanding of how our bodies work. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 485Emily Nagoski on Reframing How We Think About Sex
ESex Educator Emily Nagoski hosts Radio Headspace all week. Today, Emily talks about reframing how we think about sex and how living in a sex positive world can make our lives better. Learn more about Emily's work and her book, Come As You Are, here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 484Choice Overload
When we're faced with decisions in life, the pressure to make the "right choice" can be overwhelming. Today, Rosie shares some ways to make more confident decisions, and how to trust ourselves more. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 483Work in Progress
In a world full of to-do lists, we can shift our mindsets to celebrate the little victories in life, and recognize all our wins. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 482Learning from Butterflies
Change can be difficult, but if we keep investing in ourselves and our unique process of change, we can create our best lives. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 481It's Okay to Pause
In a world that asks us to constantly achieve, we often miss the importance of sitting still. Today, Rosie talks about giving ourselves the rest we need. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 480Break the Routine
Sometimes our creative side needs a little push. Today, Rosie talks about how trying new things can spark creativity and get us out of a rut. Rosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. She hosts a weekly conversational wellness podcast called, Radically Loved. A first-gen Mexican-American, Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love. She’s been featured in Yoga Journal, Well + Good, Forbes and The New York Post. You can find Rosie’s book, Radically Loved, by clicking here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 479Change is Inevitable
Today, Kessonga talks about the disappointment that can come with change, and how to keep unexpected obstacles from stealing our joy. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 478Family Lessons
Kessonga shares some life lessons that he's learned from his daughters, and a few tips on how to communicate to the people closest to us. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 477Creative Bursts
Kessonga explores the benefits of creativity, and how tapping into our creative side can help us connect to our authentic selves. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 476Laughter is Medicine
Today, Kessonga shares how we can embrace humor every day, and the real impact it can have on our mood. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 475Mindfulness as Self-Care
Kessonga talks about the power of using mindfulness to take a break, especially if you're the one who everyone depends on. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 474It Starts with You
Kessonga closes out the week with a song about loving ourselves, and shares ways to tap into self-love with mindfulness. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 473Notes on Resiliency
Today, Kessonga shares a song and family stories about resiliency, and how we can all use mindfulness to cultivate it. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 472Look Back Without Judgment
Kessonga shares some song lyrics about difficult memories, and explains how we can use mindfulness to look back at our past without judgment. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 471A Song for Progress
Today, Kessonga shares one of his favorite songs that inspires change, and why its lyrics serve as a reminder that progress takes consistency and faith. Learn more about Jon Kabat-Zinn's book, "Full Catastrophe Living," here. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 470Feel the Music
Today, Kessonga talks about how our favorite music can help us recognize strong emotions, so they don't catch us off-guard. Kessonga holds a Masters degree in Social Work, and is a Certified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher. He also serves as an adjunct Mindfulness instructor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Prior to joining Headspace he had his own private practice as a licensed acupuncturist and an outpatient psychotherapist. You can reach out on Instagram here! Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 469Rewind with Dr. Maya Shankar: Don’t Change A Thing
This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. We’re often so hard on ourselves for what we view as our negative qualities. Today, Dr. Shankar explores how to see the silver linings in our faults and embrace every aspect of ourselves. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 468Rewind with Dr. Maya Shankar: Change for the Better
This week's Rewind features cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar. Today, she'll explore ways to build new habits today so you can achieve your long-term goals. If you'd like to hear some great stories about personal change and the science of human behavior, check out Dr. Maya Shankar’s podcast “A Slight Change of Plans” here. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices