Published Jun 27, 2023

How a Panic Attack Drove Former News Anchor to Meditation. With Dan Harris.

Former ABC News anchor Dan Harris recounts his panic attack on live TV and subsequent journey towards meditation, reflecting on its power to manage emotions, curb ego, and enhance well-being. He explores the secular benefits of meditation, the creation of his app '10% Happier,' and emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health head-on.

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How a Panic Attack Drove Former News Anchor to Meditation. With Dan Harris.

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Mindfulness Insights

Meditation Insights

Panic as a Gift

Discovering Meditation

Insecurity and Ambition

Meditation for Skeptics

Self-Help Insights

Mindful Living

Discovering Mindfulness

Embracing Impermanence

Transformative Perspectives

Inner Narrator's Impact

Panic and Awakening

Struggles of Success

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Meditation Benefits

Meditative Journey

Personal Struggles

Overcoming Ego

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How a Panic Attack Drove Former News Anchor to Meditation. With Dan Harris.

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Meditation BenefitsDan Harris, former ABC News anchor, shares how meditation has profoundly enhanced his calmness, mindfulness, and overall well-being. He discusses the transformative power of daily practice in managing emotions and improving life quality.

Meditation Benefits

Meditative JourneyDan Harris shares his transformative journey from skepticism to embracing meditation, highlighting its secular benefits and practical applications. He discusses the development of his app, "10% Happier," aimed at making meditation accessible to everyone, especially skeptics.

Meditative Journey

Personal StrugglesDan Harris's panic attack on live television became a turning point, leading him to confront his addiction and explore meditation. His journey through depression and addiction highlights the importance of addressing mental health issues directly.

Personal Struggles

Overcoming EgoDan Harris discusses the impact of the 'inner narrator' on his life and how meditation has helped him manage his ego. He shares insights from his transformative experience with Eckhart Tolle's teachings, which changed his perspective on the thinking mind.

Overcoming Ego

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