Episode
958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
1:05:04
Published: Mon May 25 2020
Description
"The quality of your relationships say a lot about the quality of your life.”Lewis is joined by TV anchor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Dan Harris to discuss what it means to become 10% Happier. They talk about the power of mindfulness to cultivate compassion, how to make a sport out of fear, ways to let go of what you can’t control, and the biggest lesson Dan learned from the Dalai Lama. For more Dan Harris on the School of Greatness, visit lewishowes.com/958. And text Lewis at 614-350-3960.
Chapters
Dan Harris discusses his experience with therapy and his eventual discovery of the science behind meditation, which has been proven to have multiple health benefits including lowering blood pressure and boosting the immune system.
00:00 - 05:06 (05:06)
Summary
Dan Harris discusses his experience with therapy and his eventual discovery of the science behind meditation, which has been proven to have multiple health benefits including lowering blood pressure and boosting the immune system.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker delves into the concept of non-resistance and how accepting things can be more beneficial than resisting them.
05:06 - 12:11 (07:05)
Summary
The speaker delves into the concept of non-resistance and how accepting things can be more beneficial than resisting them.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Learning to worry and take care of others can help us move beyond constant self-obsession and lead to greater fulfillment and happiness.
12:11 - 17:45 (05:34)
Summary
Learning to worry and take care of others can help us move beyond constant self-obsession and lead to greater fulfillment and happiness.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The goal of Buddhist meditation is to realize that the self we take seriously, the "little Dan or Lewis" inside our head, is not as important as we think it is, and that it's just another aspect of the world around us.
17:45 - 23:40 (05:54)
Summary
The goal of Buddhist meditation is to realize that the self we take seriously, the "little Dan or Lewis" inside our head, is not as important as we think it is, and that it's just another aspect of the world around us.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker shares his commitment to overcoming fear by committing to a plan, getting a coach, and taking action.
23:40 - 31:01 (07:21)
Summary
The speaker shares his commitment to overcoming fear by committing to a plan, getting a coach, and taking action. He acknowledges that fear may still arise at times, but he refuses to let it limit his life.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Rich Roll discusses the personal benefits of being vegan, including feeling more compassionate and noticing mental and physical changes.
31:01 - 35:32 (04:31)
Summary
Rich Roll discusses the personal benefits of being vegan, including feeling more compassionate and noticing mental and physical changes. He also explains how realizing the harm animal agriculture causes led him to become vegan.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The power of compassion and gratitude can help individuals find a higher level of consciousness and get out of their own ego.
35:33 - 50:20 (14:46)
Summary
The power of compassion and gratitude can help individuals find a higher level of consciousness and get out of their own ego. It may take time to forgive and have compassion for those who have caused pain, but it can ultimately lead to a collaborative rather than competitive mindset.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses how compassion meditation has become an interesting exercise for him, partly due to his own wiring as a frosty New England guy and also because of his job.
50:20 - 59:05 (08:45)
Summary
The speaker discusses how compassion meditation has become an interesting exercise for him, partly due to his own wiring as a frosty New England guy and also because of his job. He believes that in some ways, this is due to issues around masculinity and a desire to be more compassionate.
Episode958 Dan Harris on Conquering Fear and Becoming 10% Happier Everyday
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Learn meditation with the 10% Happier app, which offers over 350 guided meditations, personalized coaching, and bite-sized inspiration.
59:05 - 1:04:49 (05:44)
Summary
Learn meditation with the 10% Happier app, which offers over 350 guided meditations, personalized coaching, and bite-sized inspiration. Use code "10percent.com/slash greatness" for a discount.