Episodes
OCD can make your mind a scary and anxious place. And Balance meditation expert Ofosu fully understands this. So in this 5-minute meditation, he guides you through two meditation techniques that have helped him manage his OCD symptoms: grounding and self compassion. You’ll experience the benefits within minutes. For more OCD-related support, find Ofosu in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1 00:00 Intro to Meditating...
Published 10/20/23
Published 10/20/23
Are you consistently nice to yourself? Maybe there are moments when you're really nice to yourself, but it's not the norm. That’s where a self-compassion routine comes in.  Balance meditation expert Ofosu shares his own self-compassion routine, discusses why consistency is important, and explains how to maintain your own self-compassion routine. For more self-compassion support, find Ofosu in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year....
Published 10/06/23
Do you feel like there's a part of you you try to hide from everyone—even yourself? Learning to love that part of yourself is essential for self-forgiveness, self-acceptance, and emotional healing. And it has a name: shadow work.  Balance meditation expert Ofosu discusses his experience with shadow work and how you can start to do this shadow work yourself. He also shares why self-forgiveness is necessary for self-compassion.  Listen to Ofosu’s new album “AMIDA,” an exploration of...
Published 10/02/23
Hey, moms: Does the idea of meditating feel like you just have to add another thing into your already jam-packed to-do list?  Balance meditation expert and mom Leah discusses the misconceptions about meditation that keep moms away, why just 3-5 minutes can be transformative, mom-friendly ways to meditate while multitasking, and how these meditative moments create more time in your day.  For more mental wellness support, find Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire...
Published 09/25/23
What is mom guilt, and why does it make you perpetually feel like you’re falling short?  Balance meditation expert and mom Leah discusses the complex emotion of mom-guilt and how it silently keeps you from prioritizing your self-care. She shares tips for how to shift your mindset from guilt to grace, how to delegate and share responsibilities, and the magic of “quality over quantity” when it comes to time spent with your children.  For more mental wellness support, find Leah in the Balance...
Published 09/15/23
Moms, do you feel like you never have a moment to yourself?  Balance meditation expert and mom Leah discusses why time management is hard for moms, why the way you choose to use free time can deplete or replenish you, and simple time-management skills you need to make self-care possible. For more mental wellness support, find Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 09/13/23
If you’re a mom, do you ever feel like your self-care needs to fall to the backburner? Does the “mental load” of motherhood feel like its own full-time job?  Balance meditation expert and mom Leah discusses the concept of the “mental load” in motherhood and how it’s often a barrier to self-care. She also shares actionable tips to balance the overwhelm and make self-care a reality.  For more mental wellness support, find Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first...
Published 09/08/23
Do you need a new way to manage your stress and anxiety? Look no further than Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as EFT Tapping. EFT Tapping expert Jennifer Partridge explains what EFT Tapping is with meditation experts Ofosu and Leah. She discusses where common tapping points are and how to use tapping in everyday life. Plus, watch her demonstrate a tapping point practice specifically for when you’re experiencing stress and anxiety. Follow Jennifer on social media @jennifer_partridge...
Published 09/01/23
What would it feel like to actually enjoy your success? Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss the role of resilience and self-belief in defeating imposter syndrome, how to celebrate and reclaim your successes, and future-oriented thinking to keep imposter syndrome at bay. For more support on your self-confidence journey, find Ofosu and Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 08/15/23
If you’re trying to overcome imposter syndrome, you might be wondering what tools you can use to build self-confidence and navigate self-doubt.  Hear meditation expert Ofosu discuss his story of overcoming imposter syndrome, evidence-based strategies for combating it, and other practical exercises to manage feelings of self-doubt.  For more support on your self-confidence journey, find Ofosu in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first...
Published 08/11/23
Do you feel like a fraud? If the answer is yes, you might have imposter syndrome.  Hear meditation expert Leah discuss what imposter syndrome is and how it shows up for different people, how imposter syndrome can influence perceptions of success, and the psychology behind imposter syndrome.  For more support on your self-confidence journey, find Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 08/11/23
Do you and your partner talk about mental health?  Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss how your mental health can impact relationship dynamics, how to talk about mental health struggles with a partner, and how to provide emotional support to a partner with mental health challenges.  For more relationship support, find Ofosu and Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year.  https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 08/01/23
What would you be willing to do to strengthen your relationship?  Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss why meditating as a couple can strengthen your relationship, how to meditate as a couple in a way that works for you, and why they both meditate with their spouses. For more relationship support, try the Couples meditation in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 07/28/23
What makes a relationship toxic? And if you’ve fallen into bad patterns, how can you work your way out of them? Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss why it could be unhelpful to label a relationship as toxic and how to recognize common unhealthy relational patterns. They talk with married meditation coaches Camille Maurine and Lorin Roche about the healthy communication tools that have helped them keep their decades-long relationship strong.  For more relationship support, find...
Published 07/24/23
Do adults need a bedtime? Sleep science suggests they do. Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss why it’s important to have a bedtime (even as an adult), the science of how bedtime consistency affects sleep, and practical tips for maintaining a consistent bedtime. For more sleep support, find Ofosu and Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 07/19/23
What makes a good sleep routine, and how can you actually keep up with it? Hear meditation experts Ofosu and Leah discuss how life gets in the way of what we should do in our evening routine and practical tips for making your nightly rituals a little bit better. For more sleep support, find Ofosu and Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 07/14/23
What can kids teach us about evening routines? According to sleep science, it’s that they yield a lot of positive benefits, like good sleep hygiene and more quality sleep. Hear meditation expert Leah discuss the science behind evening routines and quality sleep and what kids can teach us about healthy evening routines. For more sleep support, find Leah in the Balance app. It’s completely free for your entire first year. https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1
Published 07/11/23
Leah guides you through a quick breathwork meditation that you can do wherever you are. Learn about a few simple breathing exercises—like Extended Inhaling and the Breath of Fire technique—that’ll leave you feeling energized. Looking for more meditations like this one? Unlock your FREE YEAR of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play Store: https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1 📣 Update on our show: We’ll be releasing new episodes with different lengths, styles, and...
Published 07/03/23
In honor of Men's Health Month, Ofosu and Leah talk with author and Army veteran SupaNova Slom about the importance of men's mental well-being and the practical first step to nurturing it: self-acceptance. 📲 Want to start your journey toward self-acceptance? Unlock your FREE YEAR of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play Store: https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/yqod/dyc1 ▶️ Follow along on YouTube to watch this episode and more exclusive content:...
Published 06/19/23
Have you ever felt like a stranger in your own body? Expert meditation coaches Ofosu and Leah have, and they discuss how body scan meditation is a powerful way they reconnect with themselves. They also talk about its benefits, various techniques, and tips for incorporating body scan meditation into your daily routine. ▶️ Follow along on YouTube to watch this episode and more exclusive content: https://youtu.be/xOqvDieDDA4 📲 Want to experience the benefits of body scan meditation for...
Published 06/05/23
Ofosu and Leah talk with former Real Housewife of New Jersey and activist for childhood cancer Dina Cantin about her journey toward living a life with more compassion. They also discuss practical tips for developing empathy and communicating with kindness, and Dina shares her top five life lessons. 📲 Want to learn how to be more compassionate and increase your overall well-being? Unlock your FREE YEAR of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play Store:...
Published 05/22/23
Ofosu and Leah talk with certified coach and clinician María-Victoria Albina about the causes, effects, and challenges of the Sunday scaries. They also share other practical tips for managing work-related stress and anxiety, establishing a healthy work-life balance, and cultivating greater mindfulness and well-being. 📲 Ready to start managing your work-related stress and anxiety? Unlock your FREE YEAR of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play...
Published 05/08/23
Ofosu recently made a commitment to have more productive mornings, but it's been difficult for him to become a "morning person." So he talks with Leah and Greg Hammer, MD, about the benefits of waking up early, the science behind sleep and your circadian rhythm, and the strategies for incorporating meditation into a morning routine. They also share other practical tips for creating a sustainable morning routine that sets the tone for a productive, fulfilling day ahead. 📚 More about Greg...
Published 04/24/23
Ofosu and Leah guide you through a quick meditation for anxiety that you can do wherever you are. Learn how practicing a few simple breathing exercises—and some gratitude—can ease any anxiety you're experiencing in just a few minutes. ▶️ Follow along on YouTube to watch the latest episode and more exclusive content: https://bit.ly/3KZCtLT 📣 Update on our show: We’re moving to a new release schedule. So from now on, we'll release new episodes every other Monday. Our next full episode will be...
Published 04/17/23