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Jun 2023
6m 59s

Raise the Stakes

Headspace Studios
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Today, Sam shares how "raising the stakes" can help us tap into energy, engagement and passion when we’re feeling uninspired. 

Learn more about the research on mindfulness that Sam mentioned in this episode here.


Sam has taught mindfulness and social emotional learning to teens, families and adults all over the world for more than 12 years. She obtained her master’s degrees in clinical and educational psychology from Columbia University, and an M.S. in emotion science from Mid-Sweden University. You can reach out to Sam on Instagram here!

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