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One of the biggest obstacles to meditation is the restlessness that we feel when we are attempting to do nothing. When we give in to every urge, it’s hard to reach deeper levels of concentration, or to give ourselves a …

When we meditate, we discover how to be in a place of balance and peace. The next time you catch your stress level rising, try slowing down — doing so connects you with the present moment and encourages more ease. …

As we continue to grow, it’s important to check in with ourselves and re-evaluate the boundaries we’ve established. Our boundaries should reflect the person we are becoming and help us accomplish the personal-growth goals we are striving toward. Want more …

Depending on the situation, the stress and obsession around making the “right” choice often takes away from the vantage point of the freedom the gift of making our own decisions gives us. Want more Sam? Try Headspace today. Learn more …

In meditation, we spend a great deal of time observing our thoughts and feelings with the intention of entering into a moment of ease. As you grow in the practice of meditation, you start to understand that the thoughts in …

If you feel stuck or clingy with anything in your life, remember that you can always borrow someone else’s perspective on the matter. By doing this, you can have a new way of seeing and experiencing the mundane occurrences in …

When most people think about developing mindfulness, they tend to assume it involves meditation and many practices. However, mindfulness is the present-moment awareness that is cultivated when we are listening deeply and responding honestly with others. Want more Sam? Try …

How often do we experience life-affirming, and even life-changing moments? Staying mindful in these moments allows us to appreciate the “awe” and wonder that can often be as fleeting as the speed of light. Recognizing and appreciating these moments can …

When we consider the demands of the future, whether tomorrow or twenty years from now, our mind often imagines the stressors all at once and assumes we have to address them at the same time. It’s important to remind ourselves …

The practice of meditation yields many gifts, one being persistence. The greater our capacity to press through adversity and the unfamiliar, the more we afford ourselves the opportunity to experience life without boundaries. Want more Sam? Try Headspace today. Learn …