10% Happier with Dan Harris

The Science of Regulating Your Nervous System | Dr. Kevin Tracey

<p dir="ltr">Plus: How to increase vagal tone, improve heart health, and reduce inflammation.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-e5cb7925-7fff-6d88-9174-5d375c3d5378"></strong>Kevin J. Tracey, MD, is president and CEO of the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at <a href= "https://feinstein.northwell.edu/">Northwell Health</a>, a pioneer of vagus nerve research and author of the recent book, <a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/746339/the-great-nerve-by-kevin-j-tracey-md/"> The Great Nerve: The New Science of the VagusNerve and How to Harness Its Healing Reflexes.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie, and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18. Grab your in-person spot <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party">here</a>, or sign up to livestream <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party-livestream">here</a>!<br /> <br /></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>BetterHelp</strong> — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.betterhelp.com/happier">https://www.betterhelp.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Spark</strong> — Clean energy and focus with zero sugar. Get 30% off and free shipping with code HAPPIER at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href="https://www.drinksparkcom/">https://www.drinksparkcom</a></p>

Feel Your Feelings, Drop the Story | Sebene Selassie

<p dir="ltr">Why forcing the breath backfires and how to use the four elements to get out of your head.<br /> <br /> Breath meditation sounds simple in theory. In practice, many meditators find that the moment they pay attention to their breathing, it starts to feel forced, shallow, or just plain weird. In this live session, Dan and Sebene Selassie dig into why that happens — and what to do about it.</p> <p dir="ltr">They also answer subscriber questions on shame and how to work with it skillfully, the RAIN technique, breaking the cycle of rumination, and Sebene's beloved elements practice as a tool for embodiment. Plus: an unexpectedly lively digression on colonoscopy prep and the nature of being with discomfort.</p> <p dir="ltr">If you want to go deeper with Dan and Sebene, check out their Audible Original, Even You Can Meditate, available now.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel<br /> <br /></a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie, and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18. Grab your in-person spot <span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a></span>, or sign up to livestream <span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party-livestream" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">here</a></span>!<span aria-describedby= "sk-tooltip-9663"> </span></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

How To Relax The Need To Control Everything | Rosa Lewis

<p dir="ltr">Plus: Navigating the "dark night of the soul," the power of saying "no," and how to be more present.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://rosalewis.co.uk/">Rosa Lewis</a> is a mystic, awakening guide, artist and writer. She is the author of many books, most recently <a href= "https://rosalewis.co.uk/books/">Unlocking the Depths of Being: Wholehearted Presence for a Mystical Reality</a>. The last two meditations on <a href= "https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaotvC2tIBw1RRiSr8pgKVsWvqCicbdcJ&si=1WSenyj4vcNTUiLn"> this playlist</a> are related to her book.  </p> <p><em>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em><br /> <br /> <em>Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em> <br /> <br /></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Function Health</strong> — 160+ lab tests a year for $365. Check your health the way Dan does at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.functionhealth.com/happier">https://www.functionhealth.com/happier</a> — use code HAPPIER25 for a $25 credit</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Quo</strong> — The modern business phone system. Try free and get 20% off your first six months at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.quo.com/happier">https://www.quo.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Samsara</strong> — AI-powered fleet safety and operations platform. Request a free demo at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.samsara.com/happier">https://www.samsara.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Wix</strong> — Build your website with AI in minutes at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.wix.com/harmony">https://www.wix.com/harmony</a></p>

How To Escape Your Brain's Default Mode Network | Zindel Segal and Norman Farb

<p dir="ltr">Using your senses to reduce overthinking, turn down the voice in your head, and get out of what these scientists call "the house of habit."</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/labs/mindful-awareness/">Dr. Zindel Segal</a> is Distinguished Professor of Psychology in Mood Disorders at the University of Toronto Scarborough and a cofounder of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.radlab.zone/">Professor Norman Farb, PhD</a>, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he directs the Regulatory and Affective Dynamics laboratory.<br /> <br /> Together, they are the co-authors of <a href= "https://betterineverysense.com/">Better In Every Sense: How the New Science of Sensation Can Help You Reclaim Your Life</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How the brain's default mode network is essential to our survival but also can keep us stuck in rumination and overthinking </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Segal and Farb's simple practice of "sense foraging" and why they say it can help break patterns and thoughts that aren't serving us </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The differences and the similarities between sense foraging and mindfulness </p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://open.substack.com/pub/danharris/p/how-to-escape-your-brains-default-88a?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web"> Depression and Anxiety: Your Old Enemies, Your Best Friends | Zindel Segal — Ten Percent Happier</a> </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://open.substack.com/pub/danharris/p/gretchen-rubin-on-how-to-use-your-d5d?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web"> Gretchen Rubin on: How To Use Your Five Senses To Reduce Anxiety, Increase Creativity, and Improve Your Relationships</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://open.substack.com/pub/danharris/p/why-you-cant-pay-attention-and-how-77b?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web"> Why You Can't Pay Attention - And How to Think Deeply Again | Johann Hari — Ten Percent Happier</a> </p> </li> </ul> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Trudging Through Your Own Life? Here's the Stoic Fix | Maria Semple

<p dir="ltr">How to do your best work, reframe life's bullshit, and stop making your happiness hostage to outcomes.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.mariasemple.com/">Maria Semple</a> is the bestselling author of Today Will Be Different, Where'd You Go, Bernadette, and This One Is Mine. Before writing fiction, Maria wrote for TV. Her newest book is called <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Go-Gentle-Maria-Semple/dp/B0FJDLY6MH">Go Gentle</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Cognitive reframing tools to shift your mindset </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Maria's daily Stoic routine</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The limits of Stoicism</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What to do when mediating gives you anxiety</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The danger of "baited bounties" </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to "get shit done" with non-attachment</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Using fantasy as a coping mechanism</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-practices-for-getting-rid-of-mental-junk-your/id1087147821?i=1000749207909"> Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/stoic-advice-for-handling-setbacks-insults-and-death/id1087147821?i=1000704274965"> Stoic Advice for Handling Setbacks, Insults, and Death | William Irvine</a></li> </ul> <p>Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Guide-Good-Life-Ancient-Stoic/dp/0195374614"> William Irvine's "A Guide to the Good Life</a>"</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a></p> <p>This episode is sponsored by:<br /> <br /> <strong>Rosetta Stone</strong> — Language learning that's immersive and intuitive. Start your journey at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.rosettastone.com/happier">https://www.rosettastone.com/happier</a></p> <p><strong>ButcherBox</strong> — 100% grass-fed beef, free-range organic chicken, and wild-caught seafood delivered to your door. New listeners get chicken breasts or top sirloin for a year, or ground beef for life, plus $20 off at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.butcherbox.com/happier">https://www.butcherbox.com/happier</a></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

Top 10 Neuroscience-Backed Tips for a Stronger Brain | Wendy Suzuki and Amishi Jha

<p dir="ltr">Plus: maximizing the benefits of sleep, exercise, and meditation.</p> <p dir="ltr">To celebrate the show's 10th anniversary, we're producing episodes that share top 10 lists of practices, strategies and more from our favorite experts. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has listened and supported the show over the years. None of this would be possible without you.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://amishi.com/">Amishi Jha, PhD</a> is the Director of Contemplative Neuroscience and a Professor of Psychology at the University of Miami. She is also the author of the bestselling book <a href="https://a.co/d/01fyGGay">Peak Mind</a> and the creator of the app <a href= "https://peakmind.media/">Pushups for the Mind</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wendysuzuki.com/">Wendy Suzuki, PhD</a> is the Dean of New York University College of Arts & Science and a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University. She is the author of the books <a href= "https://www.wendysuzuki.com/the-book-healthy-brain-happy-life">Healthy Brain, Happy Life</a> and <a href= "https://www.wendysuzuki.com/good-anxiety">Good Anxiety</a>.<br /> <br /> In this episode:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What neuroplasticity is, and why your brain is not fixed</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How exercise changes your brain, including mood, memory, and attention</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Reframing the burden of optimization </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The minimum effective dose for meditation to improve attention</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why sleep is essential for memory, brain cleanup, and long-term brain health</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The myth of multitasking</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How anxiety can be used as a tool instead of just something to avoid</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How your daily habits are shaping the brain you'll have tomorrow</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a><br /> Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a><br /> Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a><br /> Subscribe to our <a href="https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a> </p> <p>This episode is sponsored by:<br /> <strong>Gainbridge</strong> — Guaranteed-rate financial products with no hidden fees. Learn more at <a href= "https://www.gainbridge.com">https://www.gainbridge.com</a><br /> <strong>Warby Parker</strong> — Prescription glasses, contacts, and sunglasses with virtual try-on. Buy one prescription pair and get 20% off additional pairs at <a href= "https://www.warbyparker.com/happier">https://www.warbyparker.com/happier</a><br /> <strong>BetterHelp</strong> — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.betterhelp.com/happier">https://www.betterhelp.com/happier</a></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

The Science of Talking: Boost Your Mood, Sharpen Your Mind, and Protect Against Dementia | Maryellen MacDonald

<p dir="ltr">The way you talk to other people (and yourself) can reduce dysregulation and distraction--and lead to better decisions.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.maryellenmacdonald.com/">Maryellen MacDonald</a> is the Donald P. Hayes Professor (emerit) of Psychology and Language Sciences at the University of Wisconsin−Madison. She is a cognitive scientist with a focus on psycholinguistics, the study of how we comprehend, produce, and learn languages. Her latest book is <a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/724046/more-than-words-by-maryellen-macdonald-phd/"> More Than Words: How Talking Sharpens the Mind and Shapes Our World</a>.</p> <p>In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The hidden benefits of talking, including self-talk and writing</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How talking helps focus attention and clarify your thinking</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why talking can help regulate emotions and improve decision-making</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why talking is actually harder than listening</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why we shouldn't rush to finish other people's sentences</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How deliberate talking can help protect against dementia</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why understanding something doesn't necessarily mean you've learned it</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How talking about new information helps your brain remember it</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why explaining things to other people deepens your own learning</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why kids need chances to talk and not just watch screens</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why you shouldn't judge people by how they talk</li> </ul> <p>Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style= "font-size: 12pt;"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-science-of-journaling-how-writing/id1087147821?i=1000677296672"> The Science Of Journaling: How Writing Reduces Overthinking, Rumination, And Anxiety | Dr. James Pennebaker (Co-Interviewed By Dr. Bianca Harris)</a></span><span style= "font-size: 12pt;"><strong><br /> <br /></strong></span></li> </ul> <p>Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p>Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p>Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p>Subscribe to our <a href="https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p>Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a> </p> <p>To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

What To Do When Life Won't Let Up | Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren

<p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">What does it actually mean to "trust life" — especially when life is handing you something genuinely hard? In this Meditation Party episode (originally aired in 2024), Dan, <a href= "https://sebeneselassie.com">Sebene Selassie</a>, and <a href= "https://jeffwarren.com">Jeff Warren</a> dig into that question from multiple angles: as a personal mantra, a philosophical stance, and a daily practice. Plus: listener questions on rumination, work-life balance, and the eternal napping-vs.-meditating debate.</span></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt;" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style= "font-size: 12pt;">"Trust Life" vs. "This Is the Curriculum" — Sebene shares the origin of her tattoo and what the mantra has meant through years of health challenges. </span></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt;" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The three timescales of practice — Jeff breaks down how meditation works in the moment, over months and years, and across the arc of a whole life. The third one is where things get interesting.</span></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt;" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><span style= "font-size: 12pt;">Obsessive thinking / rumination — Practical tools from all three, including one from Sebene involving a trampoline, and one from a clinical psychologist that will make you feel ridiculous in the best way.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sebene Selassie describes herself as a "writer, teacher, and immigrant-weirdo." She teaches meditation on the ten percent happier app and is the author of a great book called <a href= "https://bookshop.org/p/books/you-belong-a-call-for-connection-sebene-selassie/15303288?aid=96317&ean=9780062940667&listref=dan-harris-favorite-books&"> You Belong</a>. She's based in Brooklyn. </span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Jeff Warren is also a writer and a meditation teacher. He and Dan co-wrote the book, <a href= "https://bookshop.org/p/books/meditation-for-fidgety-skeptics-a-10-happier-how-to-book-dan-harris/11375696?aid=96317&ean=9780399588969&listref=books-on-ten-percent-happier"> Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics</a>. He also hosts the Consciousness Explorers podcast. He's based in Toronto. </span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Related episodes: </span><br /> <span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href= "https://open.substack.com/pub/danharris/p/how-to-stay-calm-no-matter-whats-4c8?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web"> How to Stay Calm No Matter What's Happening | Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren</a></span><span style= "font-size: 12pt;"><br /></span><span style= "font-size: 12pt;"><a href= "https://open.substack.com/pub/danharris/p/science-based-tools-for-when-youre-271?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web">Science-Based Tools for When You're Stressed, Obsessed, or Overthinking | Dr. Jenny Taitz</a></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a><br /></span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a><br /></span><span style= "font-size: 12pt;">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a><br /></span><span style= "font-size: 12pt;">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></span></p>

This Episode Will Calm Your Nervous System | Prentis Hemphill

<p dir="ltr">Strategies for getting out of your head and thriving in a chaotic world.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://prentishemphill.com/">Prentis Hemphill</a> is a writer, political organizer, therapist and somatic facilitator. They are the author of the national bestseller <a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/726173/what-it-takes-to-heal-by-prentis-hemphill/"> What It Takes to Heal: How Transforming Ourselves Can Change the World</a>, and host of the acclaimed podcasts <a href= "https://www.findingourwaypodcast.com/episodes-1">Finding Our Way</a> and <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/becoming-the-people-podcast-with-prentis-hemphill/id1519965068"> Becoming the People</a>. Prentis is also the Co-founder of <a href= "https://www.theembodimentinstitute.org/">The Embodiment Institute</a> (TEI), a training and research organization that applies somatic practices to individual, organizational and collective care through a healing justice framework.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What embodiment really means  </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How our bodies may be communicating more information to our brains than we realize</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Practices to feel more at home in your body and regulate your nervous system</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The "head, heart, gut" way of listening to different kinds of intelligence</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why so many of us are pulled out of our center in modern life</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Micro-interdependence </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Simple, everyday ways to humanize one another in an era of mass vilification </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How cultural pressures contribute to anxiety and burnout</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to set boundaries</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Identifying what you truly care about</li> </ul> <p><strong><br /></strong><em>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em><br /> <br /> <em>Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Rosetta Stone</strong> — Language learning that's immersive and intuitive. Start your journey at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.rosettastone.com/happier">https://www.rosettastone.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Fatty 15</strong> — The first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years, designed to support healthy aging at the cellular level. Get 15% off a 90-day starter kit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.fatty15.com/happier">https://www.fatty15.com/happier</a> with code HAPPIER</p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Gabor Maté: Five Steps To Stop Scrolling, Bingeing, and Self-Medicating — And Reclaim Your Brain

<p dir="ltr">Practical tools to break "automatic habits" and take back your agency.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://drgabormate.com/">Gabor Maté</a> is a retired physician who, after 20 years of family practice and palliative care experience, worked for over a decade in Vancouver's Downtown East Side with patients challenged by drug addiction and mental illness. The bestselling author of five books, including the award-winning <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Realm-Hungry-Ghosts-Encounters-Addiction/dp/155643880X"> In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts</a>, Gabor is an internationally renowned speaker highly sought after for his expertise on addiction, trauma, childhood development, and the relationship of stress and illness. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Practical strategies for dealing with both our addictive tendencies and scattered minds</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The <em>real</em> question to ask yourself when it comes to addiction </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Maté's relationship with ADHD</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The relationship between ADHD and addiction</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Tools for conscious harm reduction </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The practice of "Compassionate Curiosity"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">"Re-parenting" practices for your nervous system </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And more</li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/modern-life-is-making-you-sick-but-it-doesnt-have-to/id1087147821?i=1000605404890"> Modern Life Is Making You Sick, but It Doesn't Have To</a></p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 3 []"><strong>Additional Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.pesi.com/sales/bh_s_096752_rethinkingadhd_organic-2021699?srsltid=AfmBOorHqz3tTFBVRfsAoI6of4ChCEwImPrJW091P38qT2A7d6imBF5p" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Rethinking ADHD</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Normal-Illness-Healing-Culture-ebook/dp/B098PXTS5K?ref_=ast_author_dp_rw&th=1&psc=1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sRERJwaN5vSt16gReMFr0QLi-fGdatdYA6Up9mMtiRejkju8BnvfDeLiqfwGjbomirxr86Re09C8PmGSMKvdpjVJqHY4Qfq7uRYXa-O6rO8Yy73JRM_D86GgRICyDvqLSr-kVBMvIGXChn_EPmbCdg3TYj77nmXJo7T7C9eQcaO93yfICcKEH0doOTC24P0KN8vO5rPXOhq2U7bbH4D3T7o-YzFImXm3LBrSZOnzOkA.A2_VvUxhdRVh54UXH36H4B4dQjSrTvU9JyVnqtBVPbA&dib_tag=AUTHOR" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Myth of Normal</a></li> <li><a href="https://drgabormate.com/book/scattered-minds/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Scattered Minds</a></li> </ul> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

What To Do When Your Mind Won't Quit | Bart van Melik

<p dir="ltr">Buddhist tools for forgiveness, boredom, worry, and getting out of your head.</p> <p dir="ltr">Meditation teacher Bart van Melik leads a live community Q&A — and the questions that come in are ones most meditators have quietly wrestled with for years.</p> <p dir="ltr">Bart is the guiding teacher at <a href= "https://www.cmc-ny.org/">Community Meditation Center</a> in New York, where he leads weekly sessions grounded in Buddhist tradition. In this episode, he takes on four of the most common sticking points in practice: forgiveness, boredom, disconnection from the body, and the spiral of anxious "what if" thinking.</p> <p dir="ltr">His approach throughout is warm, precise, and grounded — less about achieving a particular state and more about learning to hold whatever arises with curiosity and kindness.</p> <p dir="ltr">Topics covered:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Forgiveness — why forcing it can backfire, what it means to "bypass" difficult emotions, and the reframe that changes everything: forgiveness as giving up all hope for a better past</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Boredom — how to get genuinely curious about it instead of fighting it, and what it can teach you about why you reach for your phone</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Getting into your body — why embodiment looks different for everyone, and how to find the activities (yes, even mindful salsa dancing or vacuuming) that make it easier</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Worry and "what if" thoughts — the Buddhist framing of worry as an obstacle to clear seeing, and a simple breathwork technique from Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche — exhale heavy, exhale calm — that works even in the hardest moments</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Community as practice — the Buddha's teaching that friendship and community isn't half the path. It's the whole thing.</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">About Bart van Melik: <a href= "http://bartvanmelik.com/">Bart van Melik</a> is a meditation teacher and guiding teacher at Community Meditation Center, a global and local community that meets weekly via Zoom. Monthly sessions are donation-based and open to all. Learn more at https://www.cmc-ny.org/.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br /> <br /></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel<br /> <br /></a></p> <p><em>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em><br /> <br /> <em>Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em><strong><br /></strong></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Modern Life Is Designed to Leave You Empty. Here's the Antidote. | Arthur Brooks

<p dir="ltr">Six steps to reclaim your brain, find purpose, and escape the doom loop.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.arthurbrooks.com/">Arthur Brooks</a> is a professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. Brooks is the author of 15 books, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers, <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Build-Life-You-Want-Science/dp/0593545400">Build the Life You Want</a>, co-authored with Oprah Winfrey, and <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness-Purpose/dp/059319148X"> From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life</a>. His latest book is <a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/724315/the-meaning-of-your-life-by-arthur-c-brooks/"> The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness</a>. </p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The three essential components of a meaningful life</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Getting comfortable with boredom </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why we need to be asking questions that google can't answer</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The neuroscience behind "authentic love" </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Strategies for finding meaning in your work </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What Arthur means when he says "don't waste your suffering"<strong><br /></strong></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.arthurbrooks.com/office-hours">Office Hours with Arthur Brooks</a><strong><br /></strong></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>LinkedIn Ads</strong> — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "http://www.linkedin.com/happier">http://www.linkedin.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>BetterHelp</strong> — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.betterhelp.com/happier">https://www.betterhelp.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Quō</strong> — The smart business phone system with AI call logging and summaries. Try free + 20% off your first six months at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.quo.com/happier">https://www.quo.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson</strong> — A podcast exploring ADHD, neurodivergence, and mental health through conversations with scientists, doctors, and researchers. Search for <em>Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson</em> wherever you get your podcasts.</p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

The Neuroscience of Flourishing: Four Practices for Turning Stress and Anxiety Into Clarity and Calm | Richard Davidson and Cortland Dahl

<p dir="ltr">The Dalai Lama's longtime collaborator on achieving fundamental okayness, transforming daily annoyances, and rewiring your brain.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.richardjdavidson.com/">Richard J. Davidson</a>, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is also the Founder & Director of the <a href= "https://centerhealthyminds.org/about/overview">Center for Healthy Minds</a> and Founder of the non-profit <a href= "https://www.humin.org/">Humin</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://cortlanddahl.com/">Cortland Dahl</a>, PhD, is a scientist, author, translator, and meditation teacher for the Tergar community. </p> <p dir="ltr">Davidson and Dahl's latest book is <a href= "https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Born-to-Flourish/Richard-J-Davidson/9781668066232">Born to Flourish</a>. They also author the Substack newsletter, <a href= "https://dharmalabco.substack.com/">Dharma Lab</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What it really means to flourish </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How difficult emotions like anxiety, fear, or grief can coexist with well-being</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why flourishing is a trainable skill set, not a personality trait or a self-improvement project</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">An introduction to the Healthy Minds Framework and its four pillars: awareness, connection, insight, and purpose</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why short, informal "micro-practices" can be just as effective as formal meditation</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to cultivate purpose</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.danharris.com/p/how-a-buddhist-monk-deals-with-anxiety?utm_source=publication-search"> How a Buddhist Monk Deals With Anxiety | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.danharris.com/p/the-view-of-american-turmoil-from-8d8?utm_source=publication-search"> The View of American Turmoil from the Other Side of the World | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche</a><strong><br /></strong></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><em>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming.</em> <em><span draggable= "true"><a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em><br /> <br /> <em>Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026.</em> <em><span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span></em> </p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Fast Growing Trees</strong> — America's largest online nursery, with plants guaranteed to arrive healthy. 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Stop Trying to Become Someone New: Get Past Constant Comparison and Return to What Works For You | Sam Sanders

<p dir="ltr">What if the most meaningful thing you did for your mental health wasn't something new — but a return to what already brings you joy?</p> <p dir="ltr">Dan recently sat down with journalist and broadcaster Sam Sanders on the <a href= "https://www.kcrw.com/shows/the-sam-sanders-show/latest">Sam Sanders Show</a> to explore exactly that idea. Sam has a concept he calls "modern scriptures": the movies, albums, and TV shows you return to again and again because they ground you, center you, and remind you what matters. Dan shares the pop culture that never fails to lift his spirits — and along the way, the two get into why beauty and art are actually central to human flourishing, why Ferris Bueller is more Buddhist than you might think, and what the research says about making resolutions stick — including the one upstream habit that makes everything else easier.</p> <p dir="ltr">The Sam Sanders Show is a co-production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions. Sign up for <a href= "https://www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/the-sam-sanders-show">Sam's newsletter</a> for behind-the-scenes extras from every episode.</p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan's online community <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p>Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span><br /> <br /> Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <span draggable="true"><a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Register here.</a></span><strong><br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

A Toolkit for a Noisy Mind: How John Green Manages Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts

<p dir="ltr">Plus, how the bestselling author writes his way out of despair.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.johngreenbooks.com/">John Green</a> is the award-winning, #1 bestselling author of books including Looking for Alaska, The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down, and The Anthropocene Reviewed. With his brother, Hank, John has co-created many online video projects, including <a href="https://www.youtube.com/vlogbrothers">Vlogbrothers</a> and the educational channel <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/crashcourse">Crash Course</a>. His most recent book is <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Tuberculosis-Persistence-Deadliest-Infection/dp/0525556575"> Everything Is Tuberculosis</a>.<strong><br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">John's toolkit for managing thought spirals and dispair</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why he wrote a whole book about the thing that terrifies him </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How he maintains hope in a chaotic and unfair world</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Finding the "self"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"> Shame reduction through naming</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What John learned from his time as a chaplain in a pediatric hospital </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">His current view of God</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And the question of how much––or how little––we should be sharing about ourselves with other people</li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Paleo Valley</strong> — 100% grass-fed beef sticks made without preservatives or additives. Get 15% off at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.paleovalley.com/happier">https://www.paleovalley.com/happier</a> or use code HAPPIER at checkout</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Square</strong> — Business tools with AI, smart reporting, and payments all in one place. Get up to $200 off Square hardware at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.square.com/go/happier">https://www.square.com/go/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Gainbridge</strong> — Guaranteed-rate financial products with no hidden fees. Learn more at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.gainbridge.com/">https://www.gainbridge.com</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>LinkedIn Ads</strong> — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "http://www.linkedin.com/happier">http://www.linkedin.com/happier</a></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Handling Difficult People, Healing Breakups, and the Science of Talking to Strangers | Shankar Vedantam

<p dir="ltr">Practical strategies for navigating difficult relationships and building new connections.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Shankar Vedantam is host of the <a href= "https://www.hiddenbrain.org/">Hidden Brain</a> podcast and radio show, where he explores the hidden patterns that drive human behavior. He is the author of the books, <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Brain-Unconscious-Presidents-Control/dp/0385525222"> The Hidden Brain: How Our Unconscious Minds Elect Presidents, Wage Wars, Control Markets and Save Our Lives</a>, and <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-City-Power-Paradox-Self-Deceiving-ebook/dp/B07ZTTD4TG/ref=books_amazonstores_desktop_mfs_aufs_ap_sc_dsk_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=1loRS&content-id=amzn1.sym.46812076-4af0-47c5-a75e-57676168d49d&pf_rd_p=46812076-4af0-47c5-a75e-57676168d49d&pf_rd_r=141-9976842-2413604&pd_rd_wg=SU74V&pd_rd_r=ce723ea3-63d7-4e7d-99bc-b2ff685138bf"> Useful Delusions: The Power and Paradox of the Self- Deceiving Brain</a>.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to stop trying to change your partner</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Useful tools for overcoming conflict</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The challenging practice of "eating the blame" </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The concept of "useful delusions"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to manage a breakup (of any kind)</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The real secret to finding closure</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The value of micro interactions with strangers</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And more</li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/354-the-surprising-upsides-of-self-deception/id1565881742?i=1000524998013"> The Surprising Upsides of Self-Deception</a></p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.ted.com/speakers/shankar_vedantam">Shankar's TED Talks</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.eventticketscenter.com/hidden-brain-live-shankar-vedantam-new-york-tickets/1285708/e?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22874585407&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7rDMBhCjARIsAGDBuEDTE-sN8zgc6DY7U7BBM-6__6egHtdCqTnyDcz7RYy86TUFVDTmNFcaAh3xEALw_wcB"> Hidden Brain Live Tour</a></li> </ul> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. <a href= "https://www.92ny.org/event/dan-harris-with-allison-gilbert">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. <a href= "https://www.eomega.org/workshops/meditation-party#9851">Register here.</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-d10bc78c-7fff-95f0-3490-0631be023d3c"><br /> To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p> </p>

A Practice for Fidgeters, Restless Minds, and Anyone Who Hates Sitting Still | Meditation with Sebene Selassie

<p dir="ltr">Let go of your thoughts, stop getting caught in your stories, and try the ancient practice of walking meditation.<br /> <br /> Walking meditation is one of the most practical and underrated tools in mindfulness — and in this episode, Dan shares a guided practice from his new audiobook, Even You Can Meditate (co-authored with <a href="http://www.sebeneselassie.com/">Sebene Selassie</a>), out now on Audible.</p> <p dir="ltr">The practice is led by Sebene herself. The premise is simple: walk slowly and deliberately, pay attention to the sensations of each step, and when your mind wanders — just start again. It bridges the gap between formal sitting practice and everyday life, and it's a genuine game-changer for fidgeters, restless types, and anyone who finds stillness unbearable.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this guided practice, Sebene leads you through:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Grounding yourself before you take your first step</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Tuning into the physical sensations of lifting, moving, and placing each foot</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Expanding awareness to include your whole body and your surroundings</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Letting thoughts come and go — without getting caught in them</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Closing with a moment of gratitude for your body and this moment of awareness</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">The Even You Can Meditate (audiobook) by Dan Harris and Sebene Selassie is available now at <a href= "http://audible.com/danharris">audible.com/danharris</a>. And mark your calendar for the Even You Can Meditate 5-Day Challenge — running March 23–27 on the 10% with Dan Harris app. Each day features a different guided practice, plus two live online events with Dan and Sebene. Download the app at <a href= "http://danharris.com/">danharris.com</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><br /> <br /> <br /></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel<br /> <br /></a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> This episode is sponsored by:</p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Samsara</strong> — AI-powered fleet safety and operations platform. Request a free demo at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.samsara.com/happier">https://www.samsara.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Fatty 15</strong> — The first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years, designed to support healthy aging at the cellular level. Get 15% off a 90-day starter kit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.fatty15.com/happier">https://www.fatty15.com/happier</a> with code HAPPIER</p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Buddhist Monks On: Letting Go of Shame, The Opposite of Depression, and Dealing With Criticism | Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho

<p dir="ltr">Plus, staying sane in a crazy world, giving tough feedback, and how to orient to the dumpster fire of the news.</p> <p dir="ltr">Ajahn Kovilo Bhikkhu and Ajahn Nisabho are North American-born, Theravada monks who founded <a href= "https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/">Clear Mountain Monastery</a> in Seattle, Washington. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to get stuff off your chest</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to live with less shame and regret</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to give feedback without pissing people off too much</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to accept feedback without getting pissed off or getting defensive</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to stay sane in a crazy news cycle</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why being miserable about the state of the world doesn't actually help anything</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to cultivate the opposite of depression</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr">This episode is sponsored by: <br /> <br /></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>LinkedIn Ads</strong> — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "http://www.linkedin.com/happier">http://www.linkedin.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Fast Growing Trees</strong> — America's largest online nursery, with plants guaranteed to arrive healthy. Get 20% off your first purchase with code HAPPIER at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com/">https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Tonal</strong> — Smart home strength training with real-time coaching. Get $200 off with promo code HAPPIER at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href="https://www.tonal.com/">https://www.tonal.com</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Northwest Registered Agent</strong> — LLC formation, registered agent service, and free business resources at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/Happier-free">https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/Happier-free</a></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

The Science of Emotion Regulation: Strategies for When You're Anxious, Angry, or Comparing Yourself To Others | Marc Brackett

<p dir="ltr">Yale emotional intelligence expert on how to deal with other people's emotions (and your own).</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://marcbrackett.com/">Marc Brackett, Ph.D.</a> is the author of <a href= "https://marcbrackett.com/dealing-with-feeling/">Dealing with Feeling: Use Your Emotions to Create the Life You Want</a> and the bestselling <a href= "https://marcbrackett.com/permission-to-feel/">Permission to Feel</a>. He is the founding director of the <a href= "https://medicine.yale.edu/childstudy/services/community-and-schools-programs/center-for-emotional-intelligence/"> Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence</a> and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. You can watch Marc's podcast interviews <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@marcbrackett">here</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to deal with stress, anxiety and anger</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to use gratitude in moments of compare and despair, like when you're on Instagram comparing yourself to other people's lives </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to talk to yourself in moments of high stress</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to talk to other people when they're experiencing powerful emotions themselves</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p>Thanks to our sponsors:<br /></p> <p><strong>FitBod</strong> — Personalized workout plans that adapt as you improve. Get 25% off or try free for 7 days at <a href= "https://fitbod.me/tenpercent/">fitbod.me/tenpercent</a></p> <p><strong>ZipRecruiter</strong> — Find qualified candidates fast. Try free at <a href= "https://www.ziprecruiter.com/tenpercent">ziprecruiter.com/tenpercent</a></p> <p><strong>Gainbridge</strong> — Guaranteed-rate financial products with no hidden fees. Learn more at <a href= "https://www.gainbridge.com">gainbridge.com</a></p> <p><strong>Henson Shaving</strong> — Aerospace-precision razors with 100 free blades included. Visit <a href= "https://www.hensonshaving.com/happier">hensonshaving.com/happier</a> or use code HAPPIER at checkout.</p> <p><strong>Wix</strong> — Build a pro-grade website with AI and drag-and-drop tools. Try Wix Harmony at <a href= "https://www.wix.com/harmony">wix.com/harmony</a></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

Anderson Cooper and Michelle Obama: Navigating Grief, Making Loss Less Lonely, and How to Know the People You Love Before It's Too Late

<p dir="ltr">What Anderson learned from losing everyone he loved, what we owe our parents, and how grief shapes all of us--a conversation from the podcast "IMO."</p> <p dir="ltr">On IMO, siblings Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson aim to bring you candid perspectives on the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they're joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. In this episode, Anderson Cooper shares what he's learned about holding space for grief. The three talk about how they managed (or avoided) the grieving process and how their moms prepared their kids to live without them. Plus Anderson shares his thoughts on the Vanderbilts inspiring an episode of "The Gilded Age."</p> <p dir="ltr">You can hear more episodes of IMO at <a href= "https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigTH">https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigTH</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan's online community <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Five Ways to be Less Distracted | Shaila Catherine

<p dir="ltr">Practical Buddhist strategies to focus the mind.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://shailacatherine.com/">Shaila Catherine</a> is a dharma teacher and author of the book titled "<a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Distraction-Five-Practical-Focus/dp/1614297878">Beyond Distraction: Five Practical Ways to Focus the Mind</a>." She authored two additional books on the concentration practices called jhana and approaches to insight meditation. She has practiced for more than 45 years, including nine years, cumulatively, of silent retreat. Shaila has been leading meditation retreats for 30 years, and has developed an array of in-depth online courses offered through <a href= "http://bodhicourses.org/">BodhiCourses.org</a>.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The Buddha's struggles with distraction</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Shaila's attempts to make the teachings of the Buddha accessible to contemporary minds</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The importance of getting to know your own thought patterns</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">the counterintuitive strategy of "avoid it, ignore it, forget it,"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Replacing seduction with mindfulness</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Developing a flexibility of mind</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And why we're vulnerable to our own tendencies when we're not mindful</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong><br /></strong><em>This episode originally aired June 29th, 2022.</em><strong><br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/348-how-to-focus-shaila-catherine-ten-percent-happier/id1565881742?i=1000522972700"> How to Focus | Shaila Catherine</a><strong> </strong></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://bodhicourses.org/beyond-distraction-practical-strategies-to-free-the-mind/"> Shaila's upcoming course: Beyond Distraction</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://shailacatherine.com/books/">Shaila's books</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.imsb.org/">Insight Meditation South Bay</a></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>This episode is sponsored by:</strong></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>LinkedIn Ads</strong> — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "http://www.linkedin.com/happier">http://www.linkedin.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Quō</strong> — The smart business phone system with AI call logging and summaries. Try free + 20% off your first six months at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.quo.com/happier">https://www.quo.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Rosetta Stone</strong> — Language learning that's immersive and intuitive. Start learning at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.rosettastone.com/happier">https://www.rosettastone.com/happier</a></p> <p class= "font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"> <strong>Northwest Registered Agent</strong> — LLC formation, registered agent service, and free business resources at <a class= "underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current" href= "https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/Happier-free">https://www.northwestregisteredagent.com/Happier-free</a></p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-b1c39ffc-7fff-f76a-5bdc-57abb18d78b1"><br /> <br /> To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></strong></p>

The Neuroscience of Reducing Chronic Pain and Everyday Addictions | Eric Garland

<p dir="ltr">Plus: How to "turn down the volume" on suffering, how to reframe your problems, and the clinical evidence for "stopping and smelling the roses."</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://drericgarland.com/">Eric Garland</a>, PhD, LCSW is Endowed Professor in Health Sciences at the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and the Center for Addiction Science and Treatment at University of California San Diego (UCSD), and Director of UCSD ONEMIND (Optimized Neuroscience-Enhanced Mindfulness Intervention Design). Dr. Garland researches treatments for addiction and chronic pain, and is the developer of an innovative, mind-body therapy founded on insights derived from cognitive, affective, and neurobiological science, called <a href= "http://drericgarland.com/m-o-r-e/">Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE)</a>. </p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The three parts of his <em>MORE</em> protocol</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Simple practices for dealing with everyday addictions</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mindfulness techniques for dealing with pain </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What pain actually <em>is</em></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to reframe negative thought patterns</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Practical tools for regaining a sense of joy in your life</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And much more<strong><br /></strong></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Additional Resources: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "http://moretherapy.com/">moretherapy.com</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-Oriented-Recovery-Enhancement-Evidence-Based-Treatment-ebook/dp/B0D9PPDGMF?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1"> Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement: An Evidence-Based Treatment for Chronic Pain and Opioid Use</a></li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-Oriented-Recovery-Enhancement-Addiction-Stress/dp/0871014459?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1"> Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Addiction, Stress, and Pain</a></li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

How To Stop Getting Dragged Around By Your Anxieties, Thought Loops, and Insecurities | Sebene Selassie

<p dir="ltr">Plus: How to find practices that work for you, what "mindfulness" actually means, and a new audiobook out now.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="http://sebeneselassie.com/">Sebene Selassie</a> has been meditating for decades, survived cancer three times, and still says the practice isn't a magic bullet. That honesty is kind of the point.</p> <p dir="ltr">Today we're sharing a sneak preview of Dan's new audiobook, <a href="https://audible.com/danharris">Even You Can Meditate</a>, co-authored with Sebene. Think of it as a practical rescue plan for anyone who feels too distracted, overwhelmed, or skeptical to start (or restart) a meditation practice.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this preview, Dan and Seb cover:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why "mindfulness" is actually a bit of a misnomer — and what the practice is really about</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">What meditation can and can't do for you (it won't solve everything, but the benefits tend to kick in faster than you'd expect)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to find the style that works for your specific brain, body, and life — including if sitting still feels impossible</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The role of intention, and why getting clear on your "why" can become a surprisingly powerful engine for keeping a practice going</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The five hindrances — the predictable challenges that come up for almost every meditator — and how to work with them instead of against them</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Even You Can Meditate is out now on Audible. Listen now at <a href= "http://audible.com/danharris">audible.com/danharris</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">And mark your calendar: Dan and Seb are running a free five-day meditation challenge March 23–27 on Dan's app, 10% with Dan Harris. Download the app at <a href= "http://app.danharris.com/">app.danharris.com</a>.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel<br /> <br /></a></p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-cc337435-7fff-3d88-be17-68cb333f0db1"><br /> To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></strong></p>

The Funniest Conversation You'll Ever Hear About Achieving Inner Peace | Pete Holmes

<p dir="ltr">The comedian on: connecting instead of separating, feeling whole, and the upside of being an affirmation addict.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://peteholmes.com/">Pete Holmes</a> is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He created and starred in HBO's <a href="https://www.hbo.com/crashing">Crashing</a> and hosted The Pete Holmes Show on TBS. He has released stand-up specials on HBO, Netflix, and Comedy Central, hosts the popular <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-made-it-weird-with-pete-holmes/id475878118"> You Made It Weird</a> podcast, and is the author of <a href= "https://bookshop.org/p/books/comedy-sex-god-pete-holmes/cfc6a92fd45cf1a0"> Comedy Sex God</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">This episode is a live conversation recorded in NYC as part of a benefit for the amazing organization <a href= "https://www.nyimc.org/">New York Insight Meditation Center</a>. </p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How Pete Holmes's evangelical upbringing shaped his early ideas about fear, morality, and God</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Psychedelics, awareness, identity and consciousness  </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mysticism and metaphor versus literal belief</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Meditation and different paths of practice</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What meditation reveals about awareness, forgetting, and remembering</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Being an affirmation addict</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Service and helping others</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Happiness versus peace of mind</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong>To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

Harvard Business School Professor on Building Trust, Reducing Regret, and the Underrated Power of Oversharing | Leslie John

<p dir="ltr">The brain benefits of self-disclosure, the costs of staying silent, and how to know what to reveal and when.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.lesliekjohn.com/">Leslie John</a> is the James E. Burke Professor of Business Administration at the Harvard Business School. Her new book is called <a href= "https://www.lesliekjohn.com/book">Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why self-disclosure can feel risky but is often socially rewarding</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The psychological and physiological costs of keeping secrets</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How putting feelings into words can reduce rumination and anxiety</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why validation is often more helpful than advice</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why undersharing leads to missed opportunities in relationships, work, and life<strong><br /></strong></li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>LinkedIn</strong> |  Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to <a href= "http://linkedin.com/happier">http://linkedin.com/happier</a><br /> <br /> <strong>Fast Growing Trees</strong> | Get 20% off your first purchase at <a href= "http://fastgrowingtrees.com">http://fastgrowingtrees.com</a>, using the code HAPPIER at checkout.<br /> <br /> <strong>Monarch</strong> | Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using our link: <a href= "http://www.monarch.com/happier">http://www.monarch.com/happier</a> or code HAPPIER.<br /> <br /> <strong>Fabric by Gerber Life</strong> | Apply today in just minutes at <a href= "http://www.meetfabric.com/happier">http://www.meetfabric.com/happier</a><br /> <br /></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

A Four-Word Buddhist Teaching for Instant Calm and (Just Maybe) Lasting Peace | Bart van Melik

<p dir="ltr">If you struggle with the terrifying reality that everything changes, this conversation is for you.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="http://bartvanmelik.com/">Bart van Melik</a> is a meditation teacher, psychotherapist, and our Teacher of the Month for January. In this live session recorded on Zoom with subscribers to the <a href="http://app.danharris.com/">10% with Dan Harris app</a>, Bart and Dan explore one of Bart's favorite teachings: "Keep calmly knowing change"—four words that supposedly distill all 84,000 of the Buddha's teachings.</p> <p dir="ltr">We talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why attuning to the flow of things brings peace (even though change is terrifying)—and what the Buddha said on his deathbed about impermanence</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to introduce meditation to kids without making it seem difficult or boring </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The three dimensions of mindfulness: internal (your own mind), external (noticing other people's breath on the subway), and relational (the field we're all co-creating together)</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Whether connecting through venting and complaining is harmless or something to examine more closely</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">"Useless speech" (sampappalāpa)—the Pali term for saying stuff that doesn't really matter, and why the urge is often just "look at me"</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why Bart is still on this path after all these years: community</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Bart closes with a beautiful dedication about coming home to the body and appreciating that we show up in community.</p> <p dir="ltr">These live sessions happen every week in the app 10% with Dan Harris, where you can meditate with Dan and guest teachers and ask questions in real time. Get the app at <a href= "http://danharris.com/">danharris.com</a>—there's a free 14-day trial.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan's online community <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Thanks to our sponsor: </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-bfeb0e7c-7fff-46d2-bfbf-cbd8c0f4329f">LinkedIn:  </strong>Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to <a href= "http://linkedin.com/happier">linkedin.com/happier</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br /> <br /> <br /></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy

<p dir="ltr">Plus, making the mundane sacred, meditating in a cave, and lowering the ego walls.</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://michaelpollan.com/">Michael Pollan</a> is the author of ten books, all of which were New York Times bestsellers. His latest book is <a href= "https://michaelpollan.com/books/a-world-appears/">A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to get over yourself</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to reduce rumination</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to lower the ego's walls</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to elevate mundane tasks</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The value of what Zen practitioners call "don't know mind"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to reclaim your attention from Big Tech (what Michael calls the "colonizers of consciousness")</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The value of MDMA-assisted therapy</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Michael's experiences meditating in a cave</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-let-this-crisis-go-to-waste-roshi-joan-halifax/id1087147821?i=1000475173277"> Don't Let This Crisis Go To Waste | Roshi Joan Halifax</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p>Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p>Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p>Subscribe to our <a href="https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p> </p>

How To Handle the Feeling of Never-Enough, Quiet the Comparing Mind, and Reduce Financial Anxiety | Morgan Housel

<p dir="ltr">A financial psychology expert on the science of contentment.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.morganhousel.com./">Morgan Housel</a> is the New York Times Bestselling author of <a href= "http://amzn.to/3H4jvRV">The Psychology of Money</a> and <a href= "https://amzn.to/3rMjM9g">Same As Ever</a>. He's a partner at <a href="http://www.collaborativefund.com/blog/">The Collaborative Fund</a>, serves on the board of directors at <a href= "https://www.mklgroup.com/">Markel</a> <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-morgan-housel-podcast/id1675310669"> and is host of The Morgan Housel Podcast.</a> His new book is <a href= "https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/741239/the-art-of-spending-money-by-morgan-housel/"> The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life</a>. <strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">In this episode we talk about:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What "irrational" spending habits really tell us</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to manage money ambition with sanity </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to use scarcity to your advantage</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">A useful equation for finding contentment</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">The key defense against envy </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to minimize future regret</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why young people should check their bank accounts more often</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to talk to your kids about money</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How to disconnect self-worth from financial worth </li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">And more</li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Related Episodes:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-psychology-of-money-morgan-housel/id1087147821?i=1000592992984"> The Psychology of Money | Morgan Housel</a></p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p>Thanks to our sponsors: <br /> <br /> <strong>Function Health:</strong> Visit <a href= "http://functionhealth.com/happier">functionhealth.com/happier</a> and use the gift code HAPPIER25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.<br /> <strong id= "docs-internal-guid-d41de0d4-7fff-998f-fe94-e3d033f6a0cc"><br /> BetterHelp:  </strong>Sign up and get 10% off at <a href= "http://betterhelp.com/Happier">betterhelp.com/Happier</a>.</p>

How To Increase Performance By Working At Your Edge -- Plus A Quick Hack For When Panic or Anxiety Swells

<p dir="ltr">How do you stay engaged without getting consumed? That's one of the central questions in this conversation between Dan and high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais. </p> <p dir="ltr">Together they explore: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">working at your edge in meditation, panic disorder, and professional life</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">why love might be the most important skill we can develop </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">navigating rage in difficult political times</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">and the Ideal Competitive Mindset — a concept Dan found surprisingly useful. </p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Originally recorded for Dr. Gervais' podcast, <a href= "https://findingmastery.com/">Finding Mastery</a>, this one turned into a real back-and-forth.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Join Dan's online community <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p>

The Best Way To Feel Calm (Is to Not Try To Feel Calm)

<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dan takes live questions from subscribers to the <a href="http://app.danharris.com/">10% with Dan Harris app</a>. Topics include: meditating through grief and serious emotional pain, the hidden addiction to feeling calm during meditation, how to find focus and concentration without straining so hard you get a headache, whether guided meditations are just "training wheels," and how to practice when ADHD or restlessness makes sitting still feel impossible.</p> <p dir="ltr">Throughout, Dan returns to a central theme: the point of meditation isn't to feel any particular way — it's to relate differently to whatever is already there. To join the live Tuesday sessions, sign up for a free 14-day trial at <a href= "https://www.danharris.com">danharris.com</a>.</p> <p><strong><br /> <br /></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Get the 10% with Dan Harris app <a href= "https://app.danharris.com/membership">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Sign up for Dan's free newsletter <a href= "http://www.danharris.com/">here</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Follow Dan on social: <a href= "https://bit.ly/3tGigG5">Instagram</a>, <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FOA84J">TikTok</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Subscribe to our <a href= "https://bit.ly/3FybRzD">YouTube Channel<br /> <br /></a></p> <p><strong>LinkedIn:</strong>  Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to <a href= "http://linkedin.com/happier">linkedin.com/happier</a>.<strong><br /> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit <a href= "https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris">https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris</a></p> <p><strong id= "docs-internal-guid-bc47a0fc-7fff-6b43-2ad7-67717a32560e"><br /> <br /></strong></p>