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Dec 2022
5m 16s

Rewind: Sympathetic Joy

Headspace Studios
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If we’re unsatisfied in certain areas of life, we may feel resentment or jealousy when we see others feeling happy. On today’s Radio Headspace Rewind, Sam talks about bringing compassion to how we feel, and sending loving-kindness to others. Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more tha ... Show More
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