Sunday Scaries by Headspace
Beat the Sunday scaries with this soothing mini-meditation podcast, hosted by Headspace meditation and mindfulness teacher Rosie Acosta. Each episode is designed to ease your anxiety about the week ahead. Rosie will help you uncover the root of your Sunday night worries, shift your mindset, and guide you through a calming meditation. Start your week feeling centered, focused, and ready to take on Monday with confidence!
Episodes
August 3, 2025 • 9 mins
Dora compares the week ahead to four quarters of a basketball game, reminding us how a little break can make the rest of the week better.
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July 27, 2025 • 9 mins
Music can be a powerful tool to change your mood. Here are some tips on how to create the perfect playlist for the day you want to have.
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July 20, 2025 • 11 mins
Our identities often feel linked to our jobs, and that can cause a lot of anxiety about work performance. Today, Dora talks about how to create space between who we are and what we do for a paycheck.
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July 13, 2025 • 11 mins
Dora answers a listener question about the anxiety that comes with seeing someone you've been trying to avoid.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility an...
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July 6, 2025 • 11 mins
Each Sunday marks another week in the books. Today, Dora talks about the fears that come with passing time, and how she's reframing a milestone birthday.
Listen to The Long Time Academy podcast episode that Dora mentioned here.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training ...
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June 29, 2025 • 10 mins
We can be hard on ourselves for not getting certain things done on the weekend. Today, Dora shares how we can work with regret, instead of letting it creep into our Sundays.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora wo...
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June 22, 2025 • 9 mins
Dora shares advice from people who avoid the Sunday Scaries, and tips on strengthening good feelings about the week ahead.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions...
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June 15, 2025 • 9 mins
Dora shares some tips for low-motivation days, so you can still make the most of them.
You can find information about the National Institute of Mental Health here.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a ...
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June 8, 2025 • 10 mins
Dora talks about how having a passion project outside of work can help energize you throughout the week.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and orga...
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June 1, 2025 • 12 mins
Dora talks about how mindfulness can help us stay true to our values when we're on the clock.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized commu...
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May 25, 2025 • 11 mins
Dora shares some tips for self-care when we're feeling overwhelmed by bad news headlines or personal tragedies.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility a...
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May 18, 2025 • 12 mins
Dora shares a few tips on things we can do to avoid hitting the burnout wall and start Monday feeling fresh.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and ...
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May 11, 2025 • 9 mins
Dora compares the week ahead to four quarters of a basketball game, reminding us how a little break can make the week better.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addicti...
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May 4, 2025 • 9 mins
We can choose to find joy in other's happiness, even when we're not exactly sitting on the beach.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized c...
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April 27, 2025 • 10 mins
It's hard not to take feedback personally, especially when it isn't positive. But we can choose to use tough feedback to grow.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addict...
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April 20, 2025 • 10 mins
When we're stuck in a job or situation that isn't ideal, we can still do small things to brighten our day and feel more like ourselves.
Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women...
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April 13, 2025 • 18 mins
Going back to work on Monday morning can feel daunting when you're dealing with a toxic environment or complicated friendships. In this episode, we delve into the anxiety that arises from these challenging dynamics and discuss strategies for managing your mental health as you face another week.
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April 6, 2025 • 17 mins
Review season and looming performance critiques can make Sunday nights feel endless. We unpack the anxiety around work criticism — whether it stems from your job, internal self-doubt, or both — and explore practical ways to face the fear, process feedback constructively, and rebuild your confidence before Monday arrives.
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March 30, 2025 • 17 mins
The dread of Sunday night can hit even harder when job security is on shaky ground. In this episode, we discuss the emotional toll of looming layoffs, how to cope with uncertainty, and strategies for navigating the anxiety that comes with the fear of losing your job.
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March 23, 2025 • 16 mins
Facing another Sunday night while all your friends prepare for the workweek can feel isolating and disheartening. In this episode, we explore the anxiety of unemployment, the struggle with identity outside of work, and how to regain confidence during this challenging transition.
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