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Nov 2025
31m 38s

Keeping Your Cool With Young Kids, with ...

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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 our mental health professionals HERE or email ask-a@headspace.com. Fol ... Show More
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