WH is chatting to Puddicombe thanks to the launch of the app in Germany, an event that's brought him to Europe.

Over 65 million people in 190 countries use Headspace. One legacy of this? A calmness in his speech, that's, doubtless, one reason for the app's astounding popularity (and we mean popularity. The 46-year-old Bristol native, who now resides in California – the home of Headspace's HQ – spent 10 years living and teaching as an ordained member of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, in a period characterised by silent retreats and endless hours in in reflection. Here's his insider tips on getting the most out of your time spent tuning in.Īndy Puddicombe – co-founder of Headspace – is not affecting that lilting inflection that draws you into his mindfulness app and keeps you parked until 20 minutes have elapsed and you feel like a milk-drunk baby who's had her head stroked and is now sufficiently soothed. Prior to COVID-19, WH caught up with Andy Puddicombe, the co-founder (and voice) of Headspace. One small thing that might help? The Headspace app is offering a free year-long subscription to its library of guided meditations to anyone who is without a role, right now – including people who are on furlough. Managing this harsh reality is no easy task. Many people have been furloughed, but, with the scheme set to end in October, further unemployment is expected. 2.8M people are now seeking work-related benefits – a climb of 126%. In the UK, the latest data shows that over 600,000 workers were made redundant between March and May 2020. Living through a global health pandemic and losing your job? That's a whole other level of stress. Living through a global health pandemic is anxiety-inducing.

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