10% Happier with Dan Harris How To Communicate Effectively With Other Human Beings
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Oct 26, 2025 
Dan Harris, a former national news anchor and author, shares insights on effective communication. He discusses the transformative power of mindfulness, emphasizing how awareness can elevate our interactions. Harris covers techniques like deep listening, the importance of responding thoughtfully rather than reacting, and using relatable stories to convey complex ideas. He reflects on his anxiety management and admires Barack Obama’s unique communication style, highlighting clarity, warmth, and listening as essential ingredients for connection.
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Panic Attack That Changed His Life
- Dan Harris describes a 2004 on-air panic attack that led him to therapy and meditation.
- That experience redirected his life and prompted him to write about meditation.
Frame Conversations With Positive Intention
- Before high-stakes conversations, define your positive intention and frame the exchange for the other person's brain.
- This planning lowers stress and helps keep the amygdala offline while the prefrontal cortex stays engaged.
Rehearse Content And Delivery
- Practice and rehearse what you'll say and how you'll say it before public speaking or hard conversations.
- Rehearsal builds confidence so the content feels embedded rather than robotic.
