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Why Am I Like This? | Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach

Release Date: 05/09/2025

Allison Williams On: Perfectionism, Defensiveness, and the Horror Movies We All Make in Our Minds

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A scream-queen (and Dan’s old friend) talks control, insecurity, friendship, and parenthood. Allison Williams is an actress, producer, and singer best known for her breakout role on HBO’s award winning TV series GIRLS, the blockbuster film GET OUT, the science fiction horror film M3GAN, and now its sequel, M3GAN 2.0. In this episode we talk about: Self-improvement versus self-acceptance The “friendship recession” among men Aging authentically and “caring less” Catastrophizing in parenthood How to avoid passing your anxieties onto your children The making of her latest...

Buddhist Practices for Busyness, Overwhelm, and Burnout | Brother Chân Pháp Hữu

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The Zen monk who burned out. How he fixed it. And how you can, too. began training at the age of 13 with the legendary Zen master Thích Nhất Hạnh — who was an author, activist, and founder of the Plum Village tradition. Today Brother Pháp Hữu is the abbot of Plum Village’s Upper Hamlet and the co-host of the Plum Village podcast . He also recently co-authored a book, called . In this episode we talk about: Why humans today are busier and more overwhelmed than ever before Why monastics aren’t immune to burnout How busyness is thrust upon us by the world,...

Can a Psychic Medium Improve Your Life? Wrestling With the Balance Between Open-Mindedness and Skepticism

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Why are many of Dan’s favorite meditation teachers consulting a clairvoyant? A special collaboration with . Related Episodes: Additional Resources: Psychic medium Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact [email protected] or visit

The Antidote to Mindless Eating with Br. Chan Pháp Lưu | Get Fit Sanely Listener Picks

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We asked listeners to tell us about some of their favorite episodes from our Get Fit Sanely series, and we’ll be bringing you some excerpts of those episodes on Fridays this month. Today, we’re hearing from listener Shannon who made a change in her eating routine after hearing our episode with Br. Chan Pháp Lưu from Plum Village. Related Episodes: Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact [email protected] or visit .

The Science Of Motivation: How To Make Habits That Actually Stick | T. Morgan Dixon and Dr. Gary Bennett

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How to overcome inertia and research-backed plans that actually work. is Dean of the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences at Duke University. He is also a professor of psychology & neuroscience, global health, medicine, and nursing, and is the founding director of the Duke Digital Health Science Center. is the founder and CEO of , the largest health movement in America for Black women– with over one million members. This episode originally aired in June 2024 – and it’s part of our series. In this episode we talk about: The two important questions to ask yourself...

How Modern Life Makes You Sick – And How To Fix It | Jeff Krasno

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You’re getting the wrong kind of stress. Here’s how to change that. is the co-founder and CEO of , a masterclass platform for personal and societal well-being, and co-creator of , a global series of wellness events. He hosts the and his new book is called . In this episode we talk about: Practical strategies for bringing “good stress” into your life Fasting Communication techniques And much more Paid subscribers of DanHarris.com will have exclusive access to a set of all-new guided meditations, led by friend of the show , customized to accompany each episode of the Get Fit...

How To Learn From Your Ancestors | Spring Washam

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Our guest argues that looking back on those who came before us can help us understand who we are and why we do the things we do. Plus, a very special request from Dan. is a well-known teacher, author, and visionary leader based in Oakland, California. She is the author of and her newest book, . Spring is considered a pioneer in bringing mindfulness-based meditation practices to diverse communities. She is one of the founding teachers at the , located in downtown Oakland, CA and has practiced and studied Buddhist philosophy in both the Theravada and Tibetan schools of Buddhism since 1999. In...

If You Care About Fitness, You Should Work On Your Mobility | Get Fit Sanely Listener Picks: Kelly and Juliet Starrett

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We asked listeners to tell us about some of their favorite episodes from our Get Fit Sanely series, and we’ll be bringing you some excerpts of those episodes on Fridays this month. Today, we’re hearing from listener Abby, who experienced a game-changing moment in our episode on mobility with Kelly and Juliet Starrett. Paid subscribers of DanHarris.com will have exclusive access to a set of all-new guided meditations, led by friend of the show , customized to accompany each episode of the Get Fit Sanely series. We're super excited to offer a way to help you put the ideas from the episodes...

On Muscle and Mind: How Strength Training Changes Your Brain, Improves Your Mental Health, and Lengthens Your Life | Bonnie Tsui

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What muscles are for, how to get them, and why it’s never too late to start building them. is a longtime contributor to The New York Times and the bestselling author of , a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice and a Time magazine and NPR Best Book of the Year. Her work has been recognized and supported by Harvard University, the National Press Foundation, the Mesa Refuge, and the Best American Essays series. Her newest book is called . This episode is part of our ongoing Get Fit Sanely series. In this episode we talk about: The connection between our muscles and mental...

The Science of Gut Health | Dr. Robynne Chutkan

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Why it matters for mental health; how to make improvements without succumbing to snake oil; and why you should be looking at your poop. is a board certified gastroenterologist and the Gutbliss, The Microbiome Solution, The Bloat Cure, and The Anti-Viral Gut. She’s also the host of . Paid subscribers of DanHarris.com will have exclusive access to a set of all-new guided meditations, led by friend of the show , customized to accompany each episode of the Get Fit Sanely series. We're super excited to offer a way to help you put the ideas from the episodes into practice. In this...

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Why even self-help authors can still be messy.

Glennon Doyle is the CEO and Founder of Treat Media, an award-winning media company that makes art for humans who want to stay human. She is an author, podcaster, producer, and philanthropist. Her books include the #1 New York Times bestsellers Untamed and Love Warrior; the New York Times bestseller Carry On, Warrior; and Get Untamed: The Journal.

Abby Wambach is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, FIFA World Cup champion, six-time winner of the U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year award and one of Time’s Most Influential People. She is a founder of Treat Media, and the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller Wolfpack and the New York Times bestseller Forward.

In this episode we talk about:

Significant personal struggles that happened simultaneously for Glennon, Abby, and Glennon's sister, Amanda
How that led to them writing a book about the fundamental life questions they believe everyone grapples with
Why people in the self-help world don’t always have their shit together
Why trauma leads to dissociation
How to “go on” after the experience of grief
Why we are the way we are
Family roles, attachment theory, and learned behaviors
The possibility of personal change
Our thoughts on the latest season of the White Lotus
And much more

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