10% Happier with Dan Harris An Update From Dan
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Dec 19, 2025 Dan shares exciting news about a brand-new meditation app designed for community engagement and live sessions. He explains the shift from his old app to focus on connection and social support for building meditation habits. With a 30-day free trial and a New Year's challenge led by Joseph Goldstein, listeners have a chance to dive into meditation together. The app emphasizes guided meditations, live events, and discussions while allowing users to engage at their own comfort level. Feedback is welcomed for future improvements!
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From App Exit To Growing Substack Community
- Dan describes leaving his first meditation app and launching a Substack after feeling shaken by the split.
- He explains that Substack grew into a community with live meditations, chats, and guided practices.
Users Prefer Connected App Experiences
- Listeners wanted a single app experience rather than dispersed content across platforms.
- Dan realized users crave connection with teachers and each other, not just one-way content libraries.
Community Boosts Meditation Habit Formation
- Meditation historically happened in communities, which supports practice and habit formation.
- Dan links social support to better habit formation and less dropout from meditation apps.