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(alarm rings) When we're learning a new skill, we need two things. We need discipline and we also need flexibility. We need discipline to come back and practice a skill again and again and again. But of course it's not always possible to keep to a strict routine. (blue character snoring) So it's really important that we have flexibility, too. So that if we do miss a day or longer we don't give up or give ourselves a hard time. Instead, we simply pick up where we left off. The most important thing, though, is to realize when we haven't done our meditation and then simply do it later in the day or even the next day. Best not to put it off for too long, though. And if you do miss a few sessions it might just be worth starting the pack again. Don't worry, that's not going backwards. It's still moving forwards, but with an earlier technique. But the key thing is that if you do miss a session, don't overthink it. Simply sit down, press play, close your eyes, and just like that, you're back on track....
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Andy PuddicomeHeadspace Co-founderMore about AndyA former Buddhist monk, Andy has guided people in meditation and mindfulness for 20 years. In his mission to make these practices accessible to all, he co-created the Headspace app in 2010.
Eve Lewis PrietoHeadspace Director of MeditationMore about EveEve is a mindfulness teacher, overseeing Headspace’s meditation curriculum. She is passionate about sharing meditation to help others feel less stressed and experience more compassion in their lives.
Dora KamauMeditation TeacherMore about DoraAs a meditation teacher, Dora encourages others to live, breathe, and be with the fullness of their experiences. She loves meditation’s power to create community and bring clarity to people’s minds.
Kessonga GiscombeMeditation TeacherMore about KessongaKessonga has been an acupuncturists, therapist, and meditation teacher, working to bring mindfulness to the diverse populations of the world.
Rosie AcostaMeditation TeacherMore about RosieRosie Acosta has studied yoga and mindfulness for more than 20 years and taught for over a decade. Rosie’s mission is to help others overcome adversity and experience radical love.
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