Dan Harris is the former ABC News anchor whose on-air panic attack transformed him from a skeptical journalist to a meditation teacher. We discuss his evolution beyond “10% Happier,” encounters with the Dalai Lama that challenged his worldview, and how meditation provides equanimity during life’s inevitable uncertainties. READ MORE👉🏾 http://bit.ly/richroll904
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CHAPTER
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:49 Panic Attack and its Aftermath
00:03:48 Success of '10% Happier'
00:04:22 Shifting Career Focus
00:07:16 Meditation Practice Evolution
00:08:53 Life Changes and Relocation
00:10:15 Myths Surrounding Meditation
00:12:10 Motivation and Ambition
00:14:21 Daily Intentions and Purpose
00:15:11 Cultural Identity and Skepticism
00:15:44 Meeting Influential Figures
00:17:06 The Best Compliment
00:18:23 Meditation as Science of the Mind
00:20:36 The Nature of Change
00:21:38 Mainstreaming of Meditation
00:22:55 Beyond Basic Benefits
00:25:05 Observing Emotions
00:27:48 Lineage of Wisdom
00:28:57 Freedom from Desire
00:30:04 AD BREAK
00:33:07 Misconceptions of Meditation
00:34:22 Developing a Relationship with the Mind
00:35:25 Non-Dualism and Reality
00:35:35 Understanding Non-Duality
00:36:45 Nature of Thoughts
00:37:41 Contemplative Practices
00:46:25 Mindfulness and Uncertainty
00:48:03 Action and Agency
00:49:51 Community Support
00:51:23 Motivation and Love
00:54:13 Compassionate Action
00:54:43 Fighting the Good Fight
00:55:15 Omnidirectional Compassion
00:57:20 Historical Leaders and Compassion
00:57:52 The Dalai Lama's Perspective
00:58:31 Experience with the Dalai Lama
00:59:30 Skepticism and Metaphysical Claims
01:00:30 The Power of Presence
01:01:41 Emotional Impact of Meeting the Dalai Lama
01:04:32 Sense of Awe and Wonder
01:04:49 Questioning Certainty
01:05:57 AD BREAK
01:10:57 Humor in Spiritual Practice
01:12:44 Mindfulness and Remembering
01:14:52 Personal Growth and Flaws
01:15:04 Parenting and Meditation
01:15:35 Teaching Meditation
01:18:34 Dan's Professional Evolution
01:19:23 Legal Process and Company Separation
01:19:44 Retirement from ABC News
01:21:34 Ownership of Podcast
01:22:31 Lessons from a Difficult Process
01:24:51 Understanding Perspectives
01:26:49 Hero's Journey Reflection
01:27:50 Gratitude Amidst Struggles
01:29:32 Building a New Platform
01:31:47 Institutional Media Challenges
01:32:48 The Media Business Model Crisis
01:33:50 Cable News Challenges
01:34:52 Creator Economy Emergence
01:35:02 Declining News Audiences
01:36:42 Impact of Audience Fragmentation
01:37:40 Existential Threat to Democracy
01:38:49 Future of Journalism
01:39:57 Thirst for Objective Information
01:41:31 Navigating Information Silos
01:42:38 Discussion on Non-partisan Newsletters
01:42:59 Reflections on Bias and Self-awareness
01:43:24 Analogies with Anti-smoking Campaigns
01:44:33 Takeaways on Meditation
01:45:01 Strategies for Forming Habits
01:46:51 Importance of Self-compassion in Habit Formation
01:47:49 Making Habits a Team Sport
01:48:39 Discussion on Guided Meditations
01:49:41 Closing Remarks
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