How to Be a Better Human

How to find laughter anywhere (w/ Dan Harris and guests)

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Jul 28, 2025
Discover how to find humor in everyday life with insights from a variety of engaging guests. Learn the art of mindfulness and its connection to laughter. Hear personal stories that highlight creativity and joy through shared experiences, even when facing challenges. Enjoy anecdotes that showcase the power of humor to build connections and foster resilience. Embrace the delight in absurdity and the transformative potential of laughter, all while practicing being present in the moment.
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INSIGHT

Laughter Is Part of Mindfulness

  • Meditation and humor share a connection through present-moment awareness and observation.
  • Recognizing the ridiculousness of the mind, as Dan Harris explains, brings laughter and humility.
ANECDOTE

Joy and Humor in Foraging

  • Alexis Nikole Nelson shares moments of delight and surprise when people see her foraging.
  • She embraces the icky yet delicious reality of food growing in dirt and finds humor in it.
ADVICE

Draw Strangers to Spark Joy

  • Draw a stranger for 60 seconds without looking at the paper to foster vulnerability and presence.
  • Sharing your last wildly happy moment with the drawer creates joy and deep connection.
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