Radio Headspace

Creativity doesn’t thrive in chaos — it grows in rest. In this episode, Rosie reflects on how slowing down after burnout helped her reconnect with inspiration. She shares stories of creative recovery and invites us to create space for stillness so our spark can return with softness and curiosity.

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Why do we feel guilty for resting? In this episode, Rosie explores the internalized belief that our worth is tied to productivity. Through personal stories and reflection, she reminds us that rest doesn’t have to be earned — and letting go of guilt is key to true well-being.

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When we push too hard, something always gives. In this episode, Rosie reflects on her own struggle with overwork, the forced pause that illness brought, and the powerful reminder that rest doesn’t need to be earned. Learn why slowing down can restore your health, focus, and joy.

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Should you trust your gut? Neuroscientist and MIT lecturer Dr. Tara Swart says yes. In this episode, she unpacks the science behind intuition — how it’s shaped by emotions, past experiences, and creativity — and shares tools to sharpen your instincts and live more authentically. Follow Dr. Tara Swart here.

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Today, Sam explores how religious traditions can spark wonder and guide us in creating strong, supportive communities.

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Doubt can stop us from applying, speaking up, or taking the next step. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares how mindfulness helps us meet doubt with curiosity, uncover the fears beneath it, and move forward — even when the path ahead isn’t perfectly clear.

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Restlessness and worry can feel like your mind is a browser with too many tabs open. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares how mindfulness helps calm the spin, uncover what’s beneath the busyness, and return to steadiness — one gentle breath at a time.

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Sloth and torpor — fatigue, fogginess, or low energy — can pull us out of meditation and daily life. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares how curiosity, light adjustments, and compassion can transform tiredness into an opportunity to restore, reconnect, and reawaken to the moment.

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Ill will — resentment, irritation, or judgment — can cloud the mind in meditation and life. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares a personal story of meeting anger with compassion, and offers simple mindfulness tools to soften its grip, tend to underlying needs, and move toward peace.

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Desire can feel like an itch we’re desperate to scratch, promising satisfaction but leaving us restless. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora explores how craving shows up in meditation and daily life, and shares gentle mindfulness practices to observe desire without being ruled by it.

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Today, Sam explores how mindfulness can help us interrupt unhelpful thought patterns and see ourselves and the world with more clarity.

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Today, Sam shares ways to connect more deeply with others by practicing openness and getting comfortable with lowering our guard.

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Uncertainty after job loss can feel like standing on shaky ground with no map. Our brains interpret not knowing what’s next as a threat, triggering fear and anxiety. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares a story about hiking without answers and discovering how mindfulness can help us meet uncertainty with calm and trust. You’ll learn grounding practices and simple ways to navigate the unknown — turning it from something to fear into a space for possibility.

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Confusion after job loss can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. It’s tempting to see that uncertainty as failure, but confusion is a natural part of adjusting to change. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares a Buddhist parable about getting lost in a forest and how slowing down can reveal the path ahead. You’ll learn how to meet confusion with patience, self-compassion, and trust that clarity will come in its own time.

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Anger after job loss can feel overwhelming whether it’s directed at a company, a decision-maker, or even yourself. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora explores how anger isn’t just destructive. It can be a powerful teacher when met with mindfulness. Through a Buddhist story and personal reflections, you’ll learn how to sit with your anger, listen to the values it’s pointing to, and transform that fiery energy into purposeful action.

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Frustration after losing a job can feel all-consuming especially when you worked hard for a role that felt like the perfect fit. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora explores how frustration often comes from the gap between expectations and reality, and how it can actually point you toward what matters most. You’ll learn three mindful steps to acknowledge your feelings, accept where you are, and take small, gentle actions toward healing.

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When a job ends suddenly, it’s more than a career change — it’s an emotional earthquake. Shock is often our body’s way of protecting us, buying us time to process what just happened. In this episode of Radio Headspace, Dora shares the story of someone navigating the first disorienting moments after a layoff, and explains how mindfulness can help you ground yourself when everything feels unreal. If you’re feeling frozen or numb right now, you’re not broken — you’re healing.

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Narcissism isn’t just a buzzword. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula breaks down narcissism and gaslighting, shows how they appear in relationships and workplaces, and shares practical tools for spotting red flags, setting boundaries, and protecting your peace.

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Today, Eve offers mindful ways to notice comparison, soften jealousy, and turn toward what makes you proud.

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When life doesn’t go as planned, it’s easy to think the story is over. Dora reminds us that we get to shape the next chapter, and it might be even better than we imagined.

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When fear says “stay quiet,” what story are you believing? Today, Dora shares how to stop shrinking yourself and start sharing your voice, even if it shakes.

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Ever feel like you’re not “normal enough” to belong? Dora opens up about imposter syndrome and why being yourself — quirks and all — is what truly connects us to others.

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That voice in your head? It’s not always right. Today, Dora shares how mindfulness helped her quiet her inner critic when dating, and how we can rewrite our thoughts to make room for more compassion and authenticity.

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Our minds try to make meaning out of pain, but what if the story we’re telling isn’t the whole truth? Dora explores how to challenge unhelpful inner narratives and create space for something kinder.

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When focus slips, adjust where you place your attention. Today, Eve shares simple ways to tweak your practice so it works for you.

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Today, Eve shows how to meet your body with openness, kindness, and steady awareness.

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We often think healing means escaping what hurts. But today, Dora offers a different approach: what if the very thing you’re avoiding is the path to clarity? Through a story about a pandemic meditation retreat, she explores how meeting discomfort with presence unlocks new resilience. Sometimes, the way out is through.

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Sometimes uncertainty isn’t about self-doubt. It’s about being in the wrong space. Dora explores how feeling misunderstood or unheard can fuel confusion, and why the answer might be to change rooms, not yourself. Today’s episode is a loving nudge to protect your voice, honor your clarity, and surround yourself with people who truly see you.

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We often wait to feel fully healed before we take the next step — whether in love, career, or personal growth. But readiness doesn’t always come first. In today’s episode, Dora shares a story about a friend, dating anxiety, and the myth of “being ready.” You’ll learn why courage is often found not before the leap but after it.

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Dora reflects on a season when progress felt invisible, and how a fiddle-leaf fig tree taught her to trust slow growth. Just because you can't see progress doesn't mean it's not happening. If you’ve been doing the work and feel like nothing’s changing, this episode is a gentle reminder that becoming takes time, and that you might already be exactly where you’re supposed to be.

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When life feels uncertain, our instinct is often to fix it. But what if the most powerful thing we can do is pause? In today’s episode, Dora shares a personal story about a time when everything felt up in the air, and what happened when she stopped trying to force clarity. Instead of chasing the answer, she learned to sit with the question.

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Dr. Ellen J. Langer — Harvard’s first tenured female psychology professor, bestselling author, and the world‑renowned “Mother of Mindfulness” — joins Rosie to explore the unbelievable mind-body connection. Hear how her groundbreaking research reveals that our thoughts can shape our health, aging, and even healing.

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Eve shares ways to use mindfulness to stay present and stop letting screens dictate your day.

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Joy doesn’t belong just to us. It ripples out. Dora shares a story about a wise teacher who surprised everyone with a goofy joke, reminding her that playfulness and wisdom can coexist. Today’s episode is about sympathetic joy and how our delight can become a legacy. When we let ourselves play, we give others permission to do the same.

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When Dora stumbles upon a glittery notebook and a childhood pen, it sparks something surprising: joy. In today’s episode, she reminds us that we’re never too old to love what we love. We explore how growing up doesn’t mean growing out of wonder, and how play can reconnect us to parts of ourselves we didn’t realize we’d buried.

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Dora reflects on the healing power of shared laughter, even in moments of pain. Whether during heartbreak or grief, laughter reminds us that we’re still human and still capable of joy. In this deeply personal episode, she explores how joy doesn’t erase sorrow but helps carry it, and how laughter becomes a form of connection, resilience, and sacred survival.

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Burnout isn’t just about energy depletion — it’s often about disconnection. In this episode, Dora shares how a quiet walk in the woods reawakened her sense of wonder and helped her reconnect to herself. Drawing on the wisdom of spring and Parker Palmer’s reflections on rebirth, she invites us to find awe in small moments and trust that growth is happening even when it’s invisible.

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When Dora started dating her partner, she tried to be polished and serious — treating early dates like interviews. But it wasn’t until she let her playful side show that things truly deepened. Today’s episode explores how playfulness builds intimacy and trust, and why joy is not a distraction from love or life but a path to deeper connection.

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When you're run down or unwell, it’s easy to feel guilty for needing rest. Eve shares why giving yourself permission to pause is part of healing.

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Eve explains how regular meditation reshapes the brain — strengthening our ability to handle big feelings with greater calm and clarity.

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