10% Happier with Dan Harris Meditation, Therapy, and "Murderous Rage", Dr. Susan Pollak
Oct 23, 2019
Dr. Susan Pollak, a psychologist and co-founder of Harvard's Center for Mindfulness and Compassion, shares her journey from anxious child to meditation advocate. She discusses the transformative power of mindfulness in managing emotions like shame and anger, particularly in parenting. Pollak emphasizes the necessity of self-care for parents and presents quick meditation techniques to enhance emotional resilience. The conversation humorously navigates the concept of 'murderous rage' and the implications of ethical parenting in today's competitive landscape.
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Early Meditation Experience
- As a child, Dr. Pollak learned meditation from her aunt, a journalist covering spiritual leaders.
- Early meditation provided refuge from her anxious childhood and competitive environment.
Scandals in Spiritual Communities
- Spiritual teachers, despite meditation, can still display harmful behaviors due to unmet needs and power dynamics.
- Absolute power corrupts, and human desires can be difficult to extinguish.
Integrating Meditation and Therapy
- Therapists can integrate meditation into sessions, tailoring practices to individual needs.
- Combining therapy and meditation can address specific issues and offer tools for daily challenges.
