Podcast Episodes

What it Means to "Allow"

Episode 516

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 …

Published on 2 years, 8 months ago

Working with the Mind

Episode 515

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 fro…

Published on 2 years, 8 months ago

The Perils of a New Gym

Episode 514

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…

Published on 2 years, 8 months ago

Traveling Solo for the First Time

Episode 513

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 ourselve…

Published on 2 years, 8 months ago

Healing After Your First Heartbreak

Episode 512

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’ meditati…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

First Date Nerves

Episode 511

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 Nu…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

Trying New Things

Episode 510

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 Kam…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

Why We DO Have Time for Exercise, with Gretchen Reynolds

Episode 509

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…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

Gretchen Reynolds on Why We Are Meant to Move

Episode 508

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.…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago

Gretchen Reynolds Talks Movement and Mental Health

Episode 507

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 Gretc…

Published on 2 years, 9 months ago