This week, Kessonga returns with his Mindful Music segment. Today, he shares some song lyrics about the challenges of depression and anxiety, and why acknowledging those difficult feelings can help us cope.
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Today
Imagine Without Predicting
When your mind starts running through everything that could happen, it can be hard to remember that you're here, in this moment, and not inside the future you're imagining. Dora offers a different way to relate to uncertainty, one that doesn't ask you to stop caring about what co ... Show More
5m 53s
Oct 2
Why We're So Afraid Of Endings
We know intellectually that nothing lasts forever. Still, when our relationship ends, our circumstances change, or our chapter closes, impermanence suddenly feels a lot harder to accept. Dora looks at why we struggle against something we encounter every day, and how accepting lif ... Show More
4m 34s
Jul 2024
Staying Upbeat in a Downbeat World, with Kessonga
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. To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearheadpace Try the H ... Show More
33m 55s
Nov 2024
Overcoming Fears of Death, with Kessonga
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 ... Show More
36m 54s
May 2024
Overcoming Weather Blues, with Kessonga
Kessonga, Robin, and Neca answer questions about what to do when you care too much about what others think, managing strong emotions caused by the weather, and how to process the end of a long-term relationship. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we're focusing on strengthening ... Show More
34m 18s
Dec 2024
Keeping Your Cool With Young Kids, with Kessonga
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. This is an encore presentation. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjust ... Show More
32m 38s
Nov 2025
Keeping Your Cool With Young Kids, with Kessonga
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 ... Show More
31m 38s
Apr 2024
Processing Intense Emotions, with Kessonga
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. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and follow Kessonga here. Try the Headspac ... Show More
35m 9s
Mar 2021
Using Mindfulness To Manage Stress And Anxiety
In this episode, we have our Mindful Monday segment, where we hear about how to use mindfulness to manage stress and anxiety.
Go to https://7goodminutes.com/1152 for full show notes.
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8m 41s
Dec 2020
Wellness Wednesday: Tips For Coping With Anxiety and Depression
In this episode, we have our Wellness Wednesday segment where our friends at Therapy in a Nutshell provide us with some great tips on coping with anxiety and depression.
Go to https://7goodminutes.com/1070 for full show notes.
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9m 52s
Jun 2024
Dealing with Early-Morning Thoughts, with Kessonga
Kessonga, Robin, and Headspace Therapist Samantha answer questions about how to know when to end a relationship, how to be strong for a parent struggling with mental health issues, and how to calm those early morning anxious thoughts. Follow Robin here or at Well…Adjusting and fo ... Show More
33m 37s