Not Knowing

When an uncomfortable emotion shows up, our first instinct is often to distract ourselves or push it away. Dora shares why simply naming what you're feeling can create enough space to respond differently, and why that small shift can make emotions feel less overwhelming. Learn mo ... Show More

Meditation isn't complicated, but it does ask something unusual of us: to stop trying to fix every uncomfortable moment. Dora explores why the practice is remarkably simple, and why our expectations are often what make it feel difficult. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me ... Show More

If you've ever sat down to meditate only to feel overwhelmed by your thoughts, you're not alone. Dora shares a gentler approach that replaces frustration with awareness, helping you meet your mind exactly as it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 

<p>It can sometimes be exciting when we don't know what's coming next. Other times, the unknown can be deeply troubling. This week, we talk with researcher <a href="https://www.udel.edu/faculty-staff/experts/dannagal-young/">Dannagal Goldthwaite Young</a> about how we respond to ... Show More

News just in: it's actually fine to not know the answer to everything. Crazy, right?  In this episode, we're sharing some helpful tips on what to say when, well, you don't know what to say.   LINKS  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram     CREDITS   Host: Casey Donovan @case ... Show More

<p>Ignorance is bliss, but knowledge is power...right? In this episode of Hidden Brain, we explore why we sometimes avoid information that's vital to our well-being.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> fo ... Show More

Scared of asking a ‘stupid’ question? Panic when a colleague starts talking about something you’re not familiar with? Not applying for that job because you don’t think you’ve got the knowledge? Well, this is the podcast for you. Sarah and Helen take you though some practical ways ... Show More

How to apply the counter-intuitive principle of not-knowing. 

One of the most stressful aspects of life is the constant worry about the future. Stress can take hold when we feel dissatisfied with our present circumstances, leading us to question whether things will ever improve. I invite you to listen to this podcast, where you can gain val ... Show More

Knowing all that we don’t know brings peace. Ignoring what we know brings sickness. 

<p>Being able to see what’s happening around us can help us make smart decisions. But knowledge — especially knowledge of how others perceive us — can also hold us back, mire us in needless worry, and keep us from achieving our potential. This week, we look at the paradox of know ... Show More

When our fears of uncertainty take center stage, we often choose safety over our dreams. Knowing what will happen next becomes more important than taking the chance to start a business, quit our jobs and return to school, or jump into a new relationship. But you can't know the fu ... Show More