10% Happier with Dan Harris Duct Tape for Your Inner Critic (Gently, of Course) | Dawn Mauricio
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Oct 31, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, meditation teacher Dawn Mauricio, known for her practical approaches, joins Dan to tackle the relentless inner critic we all face. They explore transforming self-judgment into moments of mindfulness, celebrating awareness instead of berating ourselves. Dawn provides relatable tips on finding meditation communities and strategies for managing distractions during practice. With warmth and humor, they encourage listeners to embrace gentleness in their meditation journey, making it more approachable and enjoyable.
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Pick A Gentle, Flexible Anchor
- Use an accessible anchor like body, sound, or breath instead of forcing a specific focus.
- Invite kindness and gently return to the anchor whenever the mind wanders.
Find Or Build A Meditation Community
- Look up local centers, teachers, or online offerings to find a sangha and consider creating your own group.
- Use existing teacher affiliations or community threads to connect with others practicing nearby.
Turn Down The Volume On Noting
- If you use mental noting, lower the volume and soften the tone of the note.
- Treat noting as a tool to connect to sensation, not as a loud, judgmental narrator.
