Mar 10, 2014 the following is excerpted from 10 % happier. So ive written a book, called 10% happier, in which i attempt to do just that. He went on to write the bestselling book, 10% happier. Last friday at my book club meeting someone mentioned dan harris new book 10% happier.
Guests include legendary meditation teachers from the dalai lama to western masters as well as scientists, and even the odd celebrity. So ive written a book, called 10% happier, in which i attempt to do. My preconceptions about meditation were misconceptions. This summary also includes key lessons and important passages from the book. In this episode of the onemind meditation podcast, we interview dan harris about his book, 10% happier. That is why his second book and the 10% happier app are great or calm, which i prefer. Dan harris has whipped up an insightful, engaging, and hilarious tour of the minds darker corners and what we can do to find a bit of peace.
The various forms of achieving enlightenment through mindfulness. We chronicled our friendship in a book we co authored, called meditation for fidgety skeptics, in which we took a gonzo crosscountry bus trip to help people overcome various obstacles to establishing a. May 04, 2020 dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc newsman who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to something he always thought was ridiculous. Our expert teachers will walk you through the basics, one breath at a time. May 04, 2020 dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc news anchor who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to try something he always thought was ridiculous. In this podcast, dan explores happiness whatever that means from all angles. With the ten percent happier app, youll discover guided meditations and practical teachings you can carry anywhere. Have any tolle fans read 10% happier by dan harris. Jeff warren is a writer, a meditation instructor, and the founder of the consciousness explorers club, a meditation.
How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story hardcover march 11, 2014. In this podcast, dan explores happiness whatever that means read more. It takes a lot of guts to write a book about one of your most embarrassing moments in life dans boldness sure paid off. Although dans book targets newer meditators, i loved it. Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and selfhelp, and discovers a way to get happier that is truly achievable. Meditation for fidgety skeptics and now, in this podcast, dan talks with smart people about. Meditation for fidgety skeptics and now, in this podcast. He wrote the bestselling book, 10% happier, started an app 10% happier. Thanks for checking out the 10% happier book we hope youve enjoyed it.
And on todays episode of the meaningful show, were going to be doing an audio summary on harris book. Dan uses an unscientific but intriguingly doable estimate meditation makes his life 10 % happier to help spread his message about the benefits of meditation to unbelievers. My notes are informal and often contain quotes from the book as well as my own thoughts. This is one of the funniest books ive read in a long time. Have any tolle fans read 10 % happier by dan harris. Ten percent happier with dan harris podcast free on the. This is an extremely brave, funny, and insightful book. According to dan, it makes you 10% happier, and like any skill, its something that can developed through practice. Ten percent happier with dan harris sakyong mipham. His book, 10 % happier offers a practical way to approach mindfulness in the modern world. Nov, 2019 dan continues to coanchor the weekend edition of good morning america as he hosts an abc radio podcast inspired by his book called 10 percent happier with dan harris.
They also have many teachers apart from dan himself who have their courses. Mar 12, 2014 if meditation could be stripped of the syrupy, saccharine language with which its too often presented, it might be appealing to millions of smart, skeptical people who may never otherwise consider it. Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and selfhelp, and discovers a way to get happier that is truly achievable after having a nationally televised panic attack on good morning america, dan harris knew he had to make some. Part confessional, part investigative journalism, 10% happier is 100% engrossing. We are so excited to have dan with us today to talk about how meditation has impacted his life and how we can all get started meditating. He wrote the bestselling book, 10 % happier, started an app 10 % happier. Still, though, it doesnt convey the fact that the book is really a memoir of dan harriss life in. In essence, dan harris abc reporter turned meditation advocate has a panic attack on national tv, has some drug abuse problems, is relentlessly determined to succeed in his career, then discovers tolle. Turns out, the original title for 10 % happier was the voice in my head is an asshole, which is both far more amusing and a better description of the actual content of the book. Aug 22, 2019 10 percent happier also has a basics course but with only 7 free sessions.
Dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc news anchor who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to try something he always thought was ridiculous. Dan harris, a coanchor of abcs nightline and the weekend edition of good morning america, is the author of a new book, 10% happier. Were you skeptical about meditation before you read 10 % happier. He found meditation, and its helped him be less yanked around by his emotions. Meditation for fidgety skeptics and now, in this podcast, dan talks with smart people about whether theres anything beyond 10%. Life can be stressful but meditation is scientifically proven to lower your stress levels. After having a nationally televised panic attack, dan harris knew he had to make some changes. Ten percent happier with dan harris podcast podtail. Dan continues to coanchor the weekend edition of good morning america as he hosts an abc radio podcast inspired by his book called 10 percent happier with. Turns out, the original title for 10% happier was the voice in my head is an asshole, which is both far more amusing and a better description of the actual content of the book. His book, 10% happier, harris talks about how meditation helped him keep his life in check. Mar 12, 2017 10 percent happier chad husting sun, 03122017 10.
How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually works a true story. By dan harris shortly after seven on a sunny spring morning in 2004, i freaked out in front of five million people. Winner of the 2014 living now book award for inspirational memoir. Guests include legendary meditation teachers from the dalai lama to. In my experience, meditation makes you 10% happier.
Ten percent happier with dan harris podcast poddmap. Meditation for fidgety skeptics and now, in read more. He went on to write the bestselling book, 10 % happier. Dan continues to coanchor the weekend edition of good morning america as he hosts an abc radio podcast inspired by his book called 10 percent happier with dan harris. Colin beavan, author of no impact man in 10 % happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation. Listen to episodes of ten percent happier with dan harris on podbay, the fastest and easiest way to listen to the best podcasts on the web. Harris went on a deeply skeptical odyssey into selfhelp and meditation to try and. Still, though, it doesnt convey the fact that the book is really a memoir of dan harriss life in this book was far, far better than i expected. How to be 10 percent happier with bestselling author dan. Importantly, it shows you just how valuable meditation can be in coping with the chaos and stress of modern life.
It quiets the voices in your head, makes you appreciate the present more, decreases your anxiety over the past and future, and makes you a better person. Dan harris goes on the road with the 10 % happier podcast to talk to people all over the country about their practice of meditation. Abcs dan harris 10% happier read an excerpt from 10% happier. Dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc newsman who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to something he always thought was ridiculous. Ten percent happier with dan harris you dont have to be. This is my book summary of 10% happier by dan harris. Part confessional, part investigative journalism, 10 % happier is 100% engrossing.
How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story, by abcs dan harris. I genuinely believe it is almost impossible to deny the benefits of meditation after reading this book, but it does leave you needing more of a how to guide. Dan presents his odyssey through meditation with refreshing humour and brave honesty. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. By clicking on the above link, youll get access to some of the best content from the ten percent happier app.
After a panic attack on live tv, abc news anchor dan harris had to make some changes. Dan harris goes on the road with the 10% happier podcast to talk to people all over the country about their practice of meditation. Bob roth, meditation teacher to the stars oprah winfrey, tom hanks and david letterman are just some of the dozens of celebrities who sought out bob roth to learn transcendental meditation. Harris was drawn to meditation despite massive misgivings about the way some people talk about mindfulnessespecially those he refers to as the selfhelp gurus. Dan was kind enough to discuss the practice of meditation with me for this page. He takes us through his personal journey, starting with his addiction to the rush of adrenaline from covering live news events in dangerous locations to his subsequent breakdown on live tv as a news anchor. We are so excited to have dan with us today to talk about how meditation has impacted his. Dan harris, anchor of abc news, nightline, and weekend edition of good morning america, recently wrote a memoir about his public breakdown and journey to mindfulness entitled 10% happier. Fifth anniversary edition an enormously smart, cleareyed, bravehearted, and quite personal look at the benefits of meditation. Abc anchor dan harris became a reluctant convert to meditation after an onair panick attack, prompted by his wellhidden and wellmanaged drug use and depressionboth of which had developed after he returned from covering the wars in afghanistan, iraq, israel, and palestine. I recently read this book and it has sort of shaken my love of eckhart tolle. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story by dan harris.
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