10% Happier with Dan Harris How to Keep Your Cool in a Room Full of Chaos Gremlins | Jeff Warren
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Dec 7, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, meditation teacher Jeff Warren, known for his witty and accessible approach, shares valuable insights on maintaining composure in stressful situations. He tackles the challenges of people-pleasing and teaches listeners how to establish healthy boundaries without losing their cool. Jeff emphasizes practical techniques like grounding practices and a unique skin visualization to help individuals reclaim their emotional space. Listeners will learn how to navigate chaos with humor and mindfulness, enhancing their resilience and inner calm.
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Personal People-Pleasing Example
- Jeff admits he's a people-pleaser who immediately tries to fix his six-year-old son's unhappiness.
- He uses this personal example to introduce the need for boundaries and practice.
Boundaries Begin With Bodily Pause
- Boundaries start with pausing and returning to your own body instead of reacting.
- This inward anchoring creates the autonomy needed to respond appropriately.
Use The Out-Breath As An Anchor
- Anchor attention on the out-breath or a soothing sensation to steady yourself when the mind wanders.
- Use patient, deliberate breaths to settle before addressing others' emotions.