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Apr 2023
37m 55s

Managing Physical Pain, with Kessonga

Headspace Studios
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With consistent meditation practice your pain sensitivity actually decreases. Kessonga and Robin answer questions about dealing with a controlling parent, navigating judgment from others when you are sick, and how to use mindfulness to deal with pain. 

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