10% Happier with Dan Harris From Finding Mastery | A Conversation with Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn
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Oct 20, 2023 
Join Jon Kabat-Zinn, a pioneering Professor of Medicine emeritus and founder of the Center for Mindfulness, as he delves into the transformative power of mindfulness. He discusses its vital role in enhancing well-being and performance, advocating for a holistic approach to tackle global issues like climate change. The conversation highlights the importance of compassion and self-acceptance in navigating life's complexities, along with the significance of community and connection in fostering personal growth.
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The Mystery of Experience
- Experience is a mystery, and how we experience is a philosophical and neuroscientific puzzle.
- We often believe we are the doers of our experience, but we are in a reciprocal dance with all of reality.
The Mystery of Language and Awareness
- Language, like experience, is a mystery; we don't fully grasp how we create and understand it.
- We attend to experience through our senses, but awareness is key to truly connecting with it.
The Power of Not Knowing
- The best scientists know how little they truly know.
- Embracing not knowing creates space for insights and connections.
