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Apr 2024
35m 9s

Processing Intense Emotions, with Kesson...

Headspace Studios
About this episode
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 Headspace app free for 30 days here.  To send us your question go to sayhi.chat/dearhea ... Show More
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