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Dear Headspace

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Have you ever wished you had a wise meditation teacher on speed dial? Someone you could call after a long day. Someone you can lean on for advice. Someone to help you see things differently. Welcome to Dear Headspace, a Headspace original podcast where meditation teachers answer your questions. Episodes will be released every Tuesday starting November 1st. Listen on the Headspace App or wherever you get your podcasts.

Have you ever wished you had a wise meditation teacher on speed dial? Someone you could call after a long day. Someone you can lean on for advice. Someone to help you see things differently. Welcome to Dear Headspace, a Headspace original podcast where meditation teachers answer your questions. Episodes will be released every Tuesday starting November 1st. Listen on the Headspace App or wherever you get your podcasts.

Accepting What Is with Kessonga

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Accepting What Is with Kessonga 03 Nov 2026

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about burnout and persistent anger, being broke early in your career, and how to handle relationships with prejudiced people. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Power of No with Eve 27 Oct 2026

Eve and Robin answer questions about how to say no without guilt, find the motivation to do things for yourself, and what to do when you want to get other folks into meditation and mindfulness. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After Acceptance with Dora 20 Oct 2026

Dora and Robin answer questions about songs stuck in your head during meditation, taking care of your mental health when dealing with physical health issues, and whether acceptance means you shouldn’t confront someone. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Navigating Relationships with Eve 13 Oct 2026

Eve and Robin answer your questions about difficulties with parent and adult child relationships, troubles staying in romantic relationships, and the art of managing difficult coworkers. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do I Have to Do Everything Mindfully? with Sam 06 Oct 2026

Sam and Robin answer your questions. Today: when your child doesn’t want to go to therapy, handling insomnia, and do I really have to do everything with mindfulness? Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Sam ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comparing Yourself to Others with Kessonga 29 Sep 2026

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about how not to compare yourself to others on social media, being present in relationships, and recommended books for dealing with change. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craving Affection with Sam 22 Sep 2026

Sam and Robin answer questions about the right time to be in a relationship, how to deal with early menopause, and stress at work affecting your sleep. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Sam ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with Infidelity with Rosie 15 Sep 2026

Rosie and Robin answer questions about what to do after cheating, worrying what people think about you, and how religion and meditation can work together. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Handling Loss with Eve 08 Sep 2026

Eve and Robin answer questions about fear of death, how to handle crippling emotions, and what to do when a family member moves away. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Corey ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Practicing Patience with Your Family with Dora 01 Sep 2026

ENCORE: Dora and Robin answer questions about struggling to learn a new skill, acting out with your family, and when people think you're mean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When The News Brings You Down with Kessonga 25 Aug 2026

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about when the news brings you down, procrastination and meditation, and what to do when you don't feel connected. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Beginnings with Sam 18 Aug 2026

ENCORE: Sam and Robin answer questions about processing a parent's death, mindfulness for unstructured times, and what to do when you don't like your friend's partner. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days ⁠here⁠. Send your questions to our mental health professionals ⁠HERE⁠ or email ⁠ask-a-therapist@headspace.com⁠ Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Sam ⁠here⁠. Mental health coaching is now available in the Headspace app. Connect with a trained expert for live, one-on-one care and support for everyday anxiety, stress, and big life challenges — on your time, from anywhere. Whatever you’re going through, your coach is here every step of the way. Click ⁠here⁠ to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Support Friends in Dark Times, with Rosie 11 Aug 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace Therapist Neca answer questions about supporting someone going through a dark period and what to do when you’re afraid somebody will abandon you in a relationship. We also have an email from a listener who wanted to share another way to approach putting down your cell phone or other addictive technologies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Processing resentments, with Dora 03 Aug 2026

Dora, Robin, and Headspace therapist Samantha answer questions about how to cope with panic and distress, and how to handle feelings of resentment toward a partner when you don’t agree with their decisions. Plus, we respond to a young Headspace listener who asks for advice after their friend moved away. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠ and Samantha ⁠here⁠. To send us your question go to ⁠sayhi.chat/dearheadpace⁠ Try the Headspace app free for 30 days ⁠here⁠. Mental health coaching is now available in the Headspace app. Connect with a trained expert for live, one-on-one care and support for everyday anxiety, stress, and big life challenges — on your time, from anywhere. Whatever you’re going through, your coach is here every step of the way. Click ⁠here⁠ to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Escaping Survival Mode at Work, with Eve 28 Jul 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace therapist Ryan answer your questions about what to do when you’re feeling stuck in survival mode at work, and how to stay consistent with an exercise routine. We wrap up with a calming mindful moment to help you reconnect with the present. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠ and follow Ryan ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with an Immature Parent, with Eve 21 Jul 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace coach Neca answer questions about feeling overwhelmed but wanting to take care of yourself, handling an immature parent, and learning to deal with emotions instead of internalizing them. This is an encore presentation. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠ and follow Neca ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping Your Cool With Young Kids, with Kessonga 14 Jul 2026

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about holding contradictory feelings after a breakup, having more mindful moments during the day, and tips for maintaining composure when you have young kids and feel depleted. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming Obsessive Thoughts, with Dora 07 Jul 2026

Dora, Robin, and Shula answer questions about dating and obsessive thoughts, letting go of material possessions, and dealing with online friends who distance themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Am I Grateful Enough? with Eve 30 Jun 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace coach Chris answer questions about getting angry when people ask how you’re doing, not feeling grateful enough, and dealing with anxiety-causing stomach issues when eating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming Fears of Death, with Kessonga 23 Jun 2026

Kessonga, Robin, and Headspace coach Neca answer questions about balancing mindfulness with efficiency at work, coping with missing an ex while hoping for reconciliation, and facing fears about death. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠ and follow Neca ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Build a Consistent Practice, with Rosie 16 Jun 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace therapist Samantha answer questions about what to do when your best friend starts a relationship and abandons you, how to support a family member who is diagnosed with autism, and how to create a consistent practice without forgetting or getting annoyed. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tackling Uncontrollable Events, with Dora 09 Jun 2026

Dora, Robin, and Headspace mental health coach Corey answer questions about navigating unpredictable events, reframing your identity after family members have passed away, and coping with senior coworkers who humiliate or embarrass you. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠ and follow Corey ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What to Do When You Feel Hopeless, with Rosie 02 Jun 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace therapist Ryan answer questions about how to not judge peers who can travel and afford more, how to avoid giving friends too much advice, and how to handle hopelessness in extreme situations such as Venezuela's challenging political and economic landscape. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Navigating a Job Search, with Eve 26 May 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace therapist Samantha answer questions about stress and fear when buying a new home, struggles to connect romantically, and what to do when you’re anxious during the job search process. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with Financial Fears, with Rosie 19 May 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace coach Corey answer questions about feeling anxious over finances and what to do when a chronic illness impacts one's ability to be present and kind. We also have a question from a young Headspace listener who wants to know how to talk to a parent who criticizes them. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Managing Politics and Relationships, with Kessonga 12 May 2026

Kessonga, Robin, and Headspace therapist Ryan answer questions about maintaining family relationships when you disagree on politics and values, being hopeful when you are concerned about an election's outcome, and how to stand on your own after leaving a toxic family. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Know If You're Ready for Marriage, with Dora 05 May 2026

Dora and Robin tackle questions on how to know if you're ready for marriage and what to do when you're having trouble relating to your coworkers. We also address a meditation question about establishing routines before beginning your practice. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Facing Mortality, with Eve 28 Apr 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace therapist Ryan answer questions about the fear of dying and how to quiet a restless mind. We also discuss a mindful moment submitted by a listener about calming her son down during an upset. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming Lack of Motivation in the Workplace, with Rosie 03 Mar 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace coach Neca answer questions about struggling to care about work, fertility issues, and how to deal with losing a parent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When You Are Practicing Self-Care but Still Feel Unfulfilled, with Rosie 24 Feb 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace Coach Neca answer a question about identifying what’s a learning opportunity in a relationship and what’s a compatibility problem. They also answer questions about how to feel better when you’re already doing all the healthy habits, and how to accept that having kids may not be in your future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with Early-Morning Thoughts, with Kessonga 17 Feb 2026

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When Life Isn't What You Hoped it Would Be, with Rosie 10 Feb 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace clinician Runjhun answer questions about improving communications with a partner, processing grief, and getting over being forced to be a mom at a young age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming Obsessive Thoughts, with Dora 03 Feb 2026

Dora, Robin, and Shula answer questions about dating and obsessive thoughts, letting go of material possessions, and dealing with online friends who distance themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Processing Intense Emotions, with Kessonga 27 Jan 2026

Kessonga, Robin, and Samantha answer questions about creating a sense of belonging, how to not feel guilty when saying no to a favor, and dealing with intense emotions that come up while meditating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Am I Grateful Enough? with Eve 20 Jan 2026

Eve, Robin, and Headspace coach Chris answer questions about getting angry when people ask how you’re doing, not feeling grateful enough, and dealing with anxiety-causing stomach issues when eating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Accept a Compliment, with Kessonga 13 Jan 2026

Kessonga, Robin, and Headspace coach Corey answer questions about how to deal with having trouble taking compliments, putting intention into practice, and thinking about the next phase in your life after quitting a job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming End-of-the-World Fears, with Rosie 06 Jan 2026

Rosie, Robin, and Headspace coach Neca answer questions about guilt after leaving a job, how to help others who are disappointed, and what to do when you fear the end of the world. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Sleep, with Dora 30 Dec 2025

Dora and Robin answer questions about restless leg syndrome, binging on YouTube before sleep, and dealing with neighbors who keep you up at night. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with Microagressions in the Workplace, with Eve 23 Dec 2025

Eve and Robin answer questions about anxiety after a break up, trouble shuttind down after work, and how to deal with microaggressions in the workplace as a woman. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After an Emotionally Abusive Relationship, with Rosie 16 Dec 2025

Rosie and Robin answer questions about overcoming shyness and social anxiety, doubting your abilities and always thinking you should do better in sports, and how to take care of yourself after an emotionally abusive relationship. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Letting Go of People Pleasing, with Dora 09 Dec 2025

Dora and Robin answer questions about sharing your anxiety with new friends, balancing your mental health with that of your partner, and making decisions when you are a people pleaser. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Dora ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for Love After Loss, with Eve 01 Dec 2025

Eve and Robin answer questions about how to balance privilege and care for the world, how to deal with procrastination, and what to do when you experience the loss of a relationship but still want to find love. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Overcoming Road Rage, with Kessonga 25 Nov 2025

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about dealing with a narcissist in your family, overcoming road rage, and how to feel joy when you're depressed. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Kessonga ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting Through an Emotional Affair, with Rosie 18 Nov 2025

Rosie and Robin answer questions about managing a highly stressful work environment, finding your people, and recovering after an emotional affair. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Rosie ⁠here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Open Up to People, with Eve 11 Nov 2025

Eve and Robin answer questions about putting too much pressure on yourself, having trouble sharing problems with friends, and mourning the loss of competitive sports and those fun college days. Follow Robin ⁠here⁠ or at ⁠Well…Adjusting⁠ and follow Eve ⁠here⁠. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days ⁠here⁠. To send us your question go to ⁠sayhi.chat/dearheadpace⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keeping Your Cool With Young Kids, with Kessonga 04 Nov 2025

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about holding contradictory feelings after a breakup, having more mindful moments during the day, and tips for maintaining composure when you have young kids and feel depleted. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What to Do When You're Jealous, with Rosie 28 Oct 2025

Rosie and Robin answer questions about being jealous of other people’s abilities, dealing with problems that interfere with meditation, and what to do when you can’t let go of possessions. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Rosie here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Handling Hopelessness, with Dora 21 Oct 2025

Dora and Robin answer questions about what to do when recovering from a major life event, attempting to switch from guided to unguided meditation, and what to do when you feel hopeless. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Dora here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tackling New Mom Anxiety, with Sam 14 Oct 2025

Sam and Robin answer questions about being a new mom with new anxieties, strategies for dealing with harsh or abrasive people, and what to do when you feel like you want to hide from all the pain in the world. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Sam here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Jump Start Your Morning Routine, with Kessonga 07 Oct 2025

Kessonga and Robin answer questions about learning to be more emotionally independent, setting up mourning routines, and how to be a little less self-reflective. Try the Headspace app free for 30 days here. Send your questions to our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices