10% Happier with Dan Harris Ezra Klein On: Sane News Consumption; The Power of Meditation; The Future of the Species; And the Message of His Tattoo
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Jul 7, 2025 
Ezra Klein, an opinion columnist and host of The Ezra Klein Show at The New York Times, dives into the importance of mental clarity amidst chaotic news cycles. He discusses digital hygiene techniques and the role of meditation in maintaining sanity. Ezra shares insights on intellectual humility, revealed through his meaningful tattoo, and introduces a new end-of-day ritual. The conversation also explores the future of humanity and the psychological impacts of AI on relationships, emphasizing the need for mindful engagement and emotional resilience.
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Ezra's Role in Sane Making
- Ezra Klein often hears from people saying he helps them stay sane during chaotic times.
- He finds comfort in doing useful work but admits internal alarm remains.
Use the Brick for Phone Control
- Ezra uses the "brick" to block most phone apps to maintain digital hygiene.
- He only allows essential apps and touches the brick to enable phone use.
Physical Reading Eases Nervous System
- Reading physical newspapers or magazines feels less twitchy and more conducive to deep thinking than digital screens.
- Digital consumption tightens gaze and increases anxiety, harming the nervous system.
