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Mentioned in 127 episodes

10% Happier

Book • 2024

In '10% Happier,' Dan Harris shares his personal journey of discovering the benefits of meditation.

Initially a skeptic, Harris, a news anchor, found himself on a path of self-discovery after a nationally televised panic attack.

He delves into the world of spirituality and self-help, encountering various figures including brain scientists, CEOs, and spiritual leaders.

The book explores how meditation can reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance overall well-being without compromising one's ambition or edge.

Harris emphasizes the importance of mindfulness in making one more resilient and better equipped to handle life's challenges, though it does not eliminate problems entirely.

Mentioned by

Isabelle Morley

Anthony Scaramucci

Diane Musho Hamilton

Mentioned in 127 episodes

Mentioned by

Morgan Housel

as illustrating the idea that meditation can improve your life by 10%.

Financial Expert: Passive Income Is A Scam! Post-Traumatic Broke Syndrome Is Controlling Millions!

Mentioned by

Jerry Colonna

as a friend and client who advised him not to read Amazon reviews of his book.

How have I been complicit in creating the conditions I say I don’t want? | Jerry Colonna (CEO of Reboot, executive coach, former VC)

Recommended by

Rich Roll

as a book about meditation.

Beyond 10% Happier: Dan Harris On Meditation As A Superpower, Transforming Anxiety, & Finding Peace In Uncertain Times

Mentioned by

Matt Abrahams

as a book that changed some of the things that a lot of people do.

232. Pause, Don’t Panic: Finding Calm in High-Stakes Moments

Mentioned by

Olga Khazan

as a helpful book written by an anxious journalist who didn't believe in meditation.

Me, But Better: Olga Khazan On The Science of Personality Change, Challenging Fixed Mindsets, & The Big Five Traits That Shape Your Life

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as the book that inspired the event and its 10th anniversary.

Joseph Goldstein + Mark Epstein On: How To Handle Unwanted Experiences, How Not To Waste Your Suffering & The Overlap Between Buddhism + Therapy

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as his first book, celebrating its 10th anniversary.

How To Be Productive Without Burning Out | Cal Newport

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

in relation to micro interactions with people and their effect on boosts in happiness.

Advice from The Titans of Happiness on World Mental Health Day

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as celebrating its 10th anniversary.

Fight Right: The Science of Healthy Conflict | Drs. John and Julie Gottman

Mentioned by

Isabelle Morley

as a book she recommends to her patients.

Are They Really a Narcissist? Do They Really Have Borderline? Are They Truly Gaslighting You? How To Know. And What To Do When People Weaponize Therapy-Speak Against You. | Isabelle Morley

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

as his first book, detailing his obsession with his hairline.

Status: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How To Get It Without Driving Yourself Crazy | Will Storr

Mentioned by

Rich Roll

as a book about meditation and happiness.

Finding Peace; A Meditation Masterclass

Mentioned by

Matt Abrahams

as a book that his book club read and that had a fundamental impact on their lives.

How To Communicate Effectively With Other Human Beings

Mentioned by

Dan Harris

when discussing the struggles with his hair loss.

Ezra Klein On: Sane News Consumption; The Power of Meditation; The Future of the Species; And the Message of His Tattoo

Mentioned by

Anthony Scaramucci

as a book he has sent to 50 people because he is a fan.

Can Young Men Find Happiness? (A Lost Boys Special)

Mentioned by

Olga Khazan

as a book she read while reporting her book, about Dan Harris's daily meditation practice.

How to change your personality

Mentioned as the author of a bestselling book with good advice on managing stress and anxiety.

Why We Ignore Young Men’s Struggles (A Lost Boys Special)

Mentioned by Dr. Chutkan as a very accessible and quick read.

The Science of Gut Health | Dr. Robynne Chutkan

Mentioned by

Hoda Kotb

as

Dan Harris

' bestselling book, which has since become a hit podcast.

When You're Afraid to Slow Down — Even Though You Need To

Mentioned by

Diane Musho Hamilton

as a book she listened to and appreciated.

How To Deal With Difficult Emotions, Difficult Feedback, and Difficult Parts of Your Own Mind | Diane Musho Hamilton

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