Radio Headspace

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 these 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As humans, we love to assign meanings 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 these thought patterns, we can experience life in a very different way. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices