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Modern Life Is Designed to Leave You Empty. Here's the Antidote. | Arthur Brooks
04/01/2026
Modern Life Is Designed to Leave You Empty. Here's the Antidote. | Arthur Brooks
Six steps to reclaim your brain, find purpose, and escape the doom loop. is a professor at the Harvard Kennedy School and the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. Brooks is the author of 15 books, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers, , co-authored with Oprah Winfrey, and . His latest book is . In this episode we talk about: The three essential components of a meaningful life Getting comfortable with boredom Why we need to be asking questions that google can't answer The neuroscience behind “authentic love” Strategies for finding meaning in your work What Arthur means when he says “don’t waste your suffering" Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. This episode is sponsored by: LinkedIn Ads — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at BetterHelp — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at Quō — The smart business phone system with AI call logging and summaries. Try free + 20% off your first six months at Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson — A podcast exploring ADHD, neurodivergence, and mental health through conversations with scientists, doctors, and researchers. Search for Hyperfocus with Rae Jacobson wherever you get your podcasts. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Neuroscience of Flourishing: Four Practices for Turning Stress and Anxiety Into Clarity and Calm | Richard Davidson and Cortland Dahl
03/30/2026
The Neuroscience of Flourishing: Four Practices for Turning Stress and Anxiety Into Clarity and Calm | Richard Davidson and Cortland Dahl
The Dalai Lama's longtime collaborator on achieving fundamental okayness, transforming daily annoyances, and rewiring your brain. , PhD, is a Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is also the Founder & Director of the and Founder of the non-profit . , PhD, is a scientist, author, translator, and meditation teacher for the Tergar community. Davidson and Dahl’s latest book is . They also author the Substack newsletter, . In this episode we talk about: What it really means to flourish How difficult emotions like anxiety, fear, or grief can coexist with well-being Why flourishing is a trainable skill set, not a personality trait or a self-improvement project An introduction to the Healthy Minds Framework and its four pillars: awareness, connection, insight, and purpose Why short, informal “micro-practices” can be just as effective as formal meditation How to cultivate purpose Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. This episode is sponsored by: Fast Growing Trees — America's largest online nursery, with plants guaranteed to arrive healthy. Get 20% off your first purchase with code HAPPIER at BetterHelp — Online therapy, matched to your needs. Get 10% off your first month at Spark — Clean energy and focus with zero sugar. Get 30% off and free shipping with code HAPPIER at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Stop Trying to Become Someone New: Get Past Constant Comparison and Return to What Works For You | Sam Sanders
03/27/2026
Stop Trying to Become Someone New: Get Past Constant Comparison and Return to What Works For You | Sam Sanders
What if the most meaningful thing you did for your mental health wasn't something new — but a return to what already brings you joy? Dan recently sat down with journalist and broadcaster Sam Sanders on the to explore exactly that idea. Sam has a concept he calls "modern scriptures": the movies, albums, and TV shows you return to again and again because they ground you, center you, and remind you what matters. Dan shares the pop culture that never fails to lift his spirits — and along the way, the two get into why beauty and art are actually central to human flourishing, why Ferris Bueller is more Buddhist than you might think, and what the research says about making resolutions stick — including the one upstream habit that makes everything else easier. The Sam Sanders Show is a co-production of KCRW and Sam Sanders Productions. Sign up for for behind-the-scenes extras from every episode. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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A Toolkit for a Noisy Mind: How John Green Manages Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts
03/25/2026
A Toolkit for a Noisy Mind: How John Green Manages Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts
Plus, how the bestselling author writes his way out of despair. is the award-winning, #1 bestselling author of books including Looking for Alaska, The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down, and The Anthropocene Reviewed. With his brother, Hank, John has co-created many online video projects, including and the educational channel . His most recent book is . In this episode we talk about: John’s toolkit for managing thought spirals and dispair Why he wrote a whole book about the thing that terrifies him How he maintains hope in a chaotic and unfair world Finding the “self” Shame reduction through naming What John learned from his time as a chaplain in a pediatric hospital His current view of God And the question of how much––or how little––we should be sharing about ourselves with other people Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. This episode is sponsored by: Paleo Valley — 100% grass-fed beef sticks made without preservatives or additives. Get 15% off at or use code HAPPIER at checkout Square — Business tools with AI, smart reporting, and payments all in one place. Get up to $200 off Square hardware at Gainbridge — Guaranteed-rate financial products with no hidden fees. Learn more at LinkedIn Ads — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Handling Difficult People, Healing Breakups, and the Science of Talking to Strangers | Shankar Vedantam
03/23/2026
Handling Difficult People, Healing Breakups, and the Science of Talking to Strangers | Shankar Vedantam
Practical strategies for navigating difficult relationships and building new connections. Shankar Vedantam is host of the podcast and radio show, where he explores the hidden patterns that drive human behavior. He is the author of the books, , and . In this episode we talk about: How to stop trying to change your partner Useful tools for overcoming conflict The challenging practice of "eating the blame" The concept of "useful delusions" How to manage a breakup (of any kind) The real secret to finding closure The value of micro interactions with strangers And more Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: Join Dan and Emmy Award-winning journalist Allison Gilbert at 92NY on May 17th for a live conversation about how mindfulness can deepen connection and combat loneliness, available in person and via streaming. Join Dan, Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren for Meditation Party, a 3-day immersive retreat at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY, October 16–18, 2026. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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A Practice for Fidgeters, Restless Minds, and Anyone Who Hates Sitting Still | Meditation with Sebene Selassie
03/20/2026
A Practice for Fidgeters, Restless Minds, and Anyone Who Hates Sitting Still | Meditation with Sebene Selassie
Let go of your thoughts, stop getting caught in your stories, and try the ancient practice of walking meditation. Walking meditation is one of the most practical and underrated tools in mindfulness — and in this episode, Dan shares a guided practice from his new audiobook, Even You Can Meditate (co-authored with ), out now on Audible. The practice is led by Sebene herself. The premise is simple: walk slowly and deliberately, pay attention to the sensations of each step, and when your mind wanders — just start again. It bridges the gap between formal sitting practice and everyday life, and it's a genuine game-changer for fidgeters, restless types, and anyone who finds stillness unbearable. In this guided practice, Sebene leads you through: Grounding yourself before you take your first step Tuning into the physical sensations of lifting, moving, and placing each foot Expanding awareness to include your whole body and your surroundings Letting thoughts come and go — without getting caught in them Closing with a moment of gratitude for your body and this moment of awareness The Even You Can Meditate (audiobook) by Dan Harris and Sebene Selassie is available now at . And mark your calendar for the Even You Can Meditate 5-Day Challenge — running March 23–27 on the 10% with Dan Harris app. Each day features a different guided practice, plus two live online events with Dan and Sebene. Download the app at Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our This episode is sponsored by: Samsara — AI-powered fleet safety and operations platform. Request a free demo at Fatty 15 — The first essential fatty acid discovered in over 90 years, designed to support healthy aging at the cellular level. Get 15% off a 90-day starter kit at with code HAPPIER To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Buddhist Monks On: Letting Go of Shame, The Opposite of Depression, and Dealing With Criticism | Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho
03/18/2026
Buddhist Monks On: Letting Go of Shame, The Opposite of Depression, and Dealing With Criticism | Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho
Plus, staying sane in a crazy world, giving tough feedback, and how to orient to the dumpster fire of the news. Ajahn Kovilo Bhikkhu and Ajahn Nisabho are North American-born, Theravada monks who founded in Seattle, Washington. In this episode we talk about: How to get stuff off your chest How to live with less shame and regret How to give feedback without pissing people off too much How to accept feedback without getting pissed off or getting defensive How to stay sane in a crazy news cycle Why being miserable about the state of the world doesn’t actually help anything How to cultivate the opposite of depression Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our This episode is sponsored by: LinkedIn Ads — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at Fast Growing Trees — America's largest online nursery, with plants guaranteed to arrive healthy. Get 20% off your first purchase with code HAPPIER at Tonal — Smart home strength training with real-time coaching. Get $200 off with promo code HAPPIER at Northwest Registered Agent — LLC formation, registered agent service, and free business resources at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Science of Emotion Regulation: Strategies for When You’re Anxious, Angry, or Comparing Yourself To Others | Marc Brackett
03/16/2026
The Science of Emotion Regulation: Strategies for When You’re Anxious, Angry, or Comparing Yourself To Others | Marc Brackett
Yale emotional intelligence expert on how to deal with other people’s emotions (and your own). is the author of and the bestselling . He is the founding director of the and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale University. You can watch Marc’s podcast interviews . In this episode we talk about: How to deal with stress, anxiety and anger How to use gratitude in moments of compare and despair, like when you're on Instagram comparing yourself to other people's lives How to talk to yourself in moments of high stress How to talk to other people when they're experiencing powerful emotions themselves Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsors: FitBod — Personalized workout plans that adapt as you improve. Get 25% off or try free for 7 days at ZipRecruiter — Find qualified candidates fast. Try free at Gainbridge — Guaranteed-rate financial products with no hidden fees. Learn more at Henson Shaving — Aerospace-precision razors with 100 free blades included. Visit or use code HAPPIER at checkout. Wix — Build a pro-grade website with AI and drag-and-drop tools. Try Wix Harmony at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Anderson Cooper and Michelle Obama: Navigating Grief, Making Loss Less Lonely, and How to Know the People You Love Before It’s Too Late
03/13/2026
Anderson Cooper and Michelle Obama: Navigating Grief, Making Loss Less Lonely, and How to Know the People You Love Before It’s Too Late
What Anderson learned from losing everyone he loved, what we owe our parents, and how grief shapes all of us--a conversation from the podcast "IMO." On IMO, siblings Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson aim to bring you candid perspectives on the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. In this episode, Anderson Cooper shares what he’s learned about holding space for grief. The three talk about how they managed (or avoided) the grieving process and how their moms prepared their kids to live without them. Plus Anderson shares his thoughts on the Vanderbilts inspiring an episode of “The Gilded Age.” You can hear more episodes of IMO at Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Five Ways to be Less Distracted | Shaila Catherine
03/11/2026
Five Ways to be Less Distracted | Shaila Catherine
Practical Buddhist strategies to focus the mind. is a dharma teacher and author of the book titled “.” She authored two additional books on the concentration practices called jhana and approaches to insight meditation. She has practiced for more than 45 years, including nine years, cumulatively, of silent retreat. Shaila has been leading meditation retreats for 30 years, and has developed an array of in-depth online courses offered through . In this episode we talk about: The Buddha’s struggles with distraction Shaila’s attempts to make the teachings of the Buddha accessible to contemporary minds The importance of getting to know your own thought patterns the counterintuitive strategy of “avoid it, ignore it, forget it,” Replacing seduction with mindfulness Developing a flexibility of mind And why we’re vulnerable to our own tendencies when we’re not mindful This episode originally aired June 29th, 2022. Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: This episode is sponsored by: LinkedIn Ads — Reach the right professionals with precision targeting. Spend $250 and get a $250 credit at Quō — The smart business phone system with AI call logging and summaries. Try free + 20% off your first six months at Rosetta Stone — Language learning that's immersive and intuitive. Start learning at Northwest Registered Agent — LLC formation, registered agent service, and free business resources at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Neuroscience of Reducing Chronic Pain and Everyday Addictions | Eric Garland
03/09/2026
The Neuroscience of Reducing Chronic Pain and Everyday Addictions | Eric Garland
Plus: How to "turn down the volume" on suffering, how to reframe your problems, and the clinical evidence for "stopping and smelling the roses." , PhD, LCSW is Endowed Professor in Health Sciences at the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and the Center for Addiction Science and Treatment at University of California San Diego (UCSD), and Director of UCSD ONEMIND (Optimized Neuroscience-Enhanced Mindfulness Intervention Design). Dr. Garland researches treatments for addiction and chronic pain, and is the developer of an innovative, mind-body therapy founded on insights derived from cognitive, affective, and neurobiological science, called . In this episode we talk about: The three parts of his MORE protocol Simple practices for dealing with everyday addictions Mindfulness techniques for dealing with pain What pain actually is How to reframe negative thought patterns Practical tools for regaining a sense of joy in your life And much more Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How To Stop Getting Dragged Around By Your Anxieties, Thought Loops, and Insecurities | Sebene Selassie
03/06/2026
How To Stop Getting Dragged Around By Your Anxieties, Thought Loops, and Insecurities | Sebene Selassie
Plus: How to find practices that work for you, what "mindfulness" actually means, and a new audiobook out now. has been meditating for decades, survived cancer three times, and still says the practice isn't a magic bullet. That honesty is kind of the point. Today we're sharing a sneak preview of Dan's new audiobook, , co-authored with Sebene. Think of it as a practical rescue plan for anyone who feels too distracted, overwhelmed, or skeptical to start (or restart) a meditation practice. In this preview, Dan and Seb cover: Why "mindfulness" is actually a bit of a misnomer — and what the practice is really about What meditation can and can't do for you (it won't solve everything, but the benefits tend to kick in faster than you'd expect) How to find the style that works for your specific brain, body, and life — including if sitting still feels impossible The role of intention, and why getting clear on your "why" can become a surprisingly powerful engine for keeping a practice going The five hindrances — the predictable challenges that come up for almost every meditator — and how to work with them instead of against them Even You Can Meditate is out now on Audible. Listen now at . And mark your calendar: Dan and Seb are running a free five-day meditation challenge March 23–27 on Dan's app, 10% with Dan Harris. Download the app at . Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Funniest Conversation You'll Ever Hear About Achieving Inner Peace | Pete Holmes
03/04/2026
The Funniest Conversation You'll Ever Hear About Achieving Inner Peace | Pete Holmes
The comedian on: connecting instead of separating, feeling whole, and the upside of being an affirmation addict. is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor. He created and starred in HBO’s and hosted The Pete Holmes Show on TBS. He has released stand-up specials on HBO, Netflix, and Comedy Central, hosts the popular podcast, and is the author of . This episode is a live conversation recorded in NYC as part of a benefit for the amazing organization . In this episode we talk about: How Pete Holmes’s evangelical upbringing shaped his early ideas about fear, morality, and God Psychedelics, awareness, identity and consciousness Mysticism and metaphor versus literal belief Meditation and different paths of practice What meditation reveals about awareness, forgetting, and remembering Being an affirmation addict Service and helping others Happiness versus peace of mind Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Harvard Business School Professor on Building Trust, Reducing Regret, and the Underrated Power of Oversharing | Leslie John
03/02/2026
Harvard Business School Professor on Building Trust, Reducing Regret, and the Underrated Power of Oversharing | Leslie John
The brain benefits of self-disclosure, the costs of staying silent, and how to know what to reveal and when. is the James E. Burke Professor of Business Administration at the Harvard Business School. Her new book is called . In this episode we talk about: Why self-disclosure can feel risky but is often socially rewarding The psychological and physiological costs of keeping secrets How putting feelings into words can reduce rumination and anxiety Why validation is often more helpful than advice Why undersharing leads to missed opportunities in relationships, work, and life Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our LinkedIn | Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to Fast Growing Trees | Get 20% off your first purchase at , using the code HAPPIER at checkout. Monarch | Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using our link: or code HAPPIER. Fabric by Gerber Life | Apply today in just minutes at To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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A Four-Word Buddhist Teaching for Instant Calm and (Just Maybe) Lasting Peace | Bart van Melik
02/27/2026
A Four-Word Buddhist Teaching for Instant Calm and (Just Maybe) Lasting Peace | Bart van Melik
If you struggle with the terrifying reality that everything changes, this conversation is for you. is a meditation teacher, psychotherapist, and our Teacher of the Month for January. In this live session recorded on Zoom with subscribers to the , Bart and Dan explore one of Bart's favorite teachings: "Keep calmly knowing change"—four words that supposedly distill all 84,000 of the Buddha's teachings. We talk about: Why attuning to the flow of things brings peace (even though change is terrifying)—and what the Buddha said on his deathbed about impermanence How to introduce meditation to kids without making it seem difficult or boring The three dimensions of mindfulness: internal (your own mind), external (noticing other people's breath on the subway), and relational (the field we're all co-creating together) Whether connecting through venting and complaining is harmless or something to examine more closely "Useless speech" (sampappalāpa)—the Pali term for saying stuff that doesn't really matter, and why the urge is often just "look at me" Why Bart is still on this path after all these years: community Bart closes with a beautiful dedication about coming home to the body and appreciating that we show up in community. These live sessions happen every week in the app 10% with Dan Harris, where you can meditate with Dan and guest teachers and ask questions in real time. Get the app at —there's a free 14-day trial. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsor: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy
02/25/2026
Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy
Plus, making the mundane sacred, meditating in a cave, and lowering the ego walls. is the author of ten books, all of which were New York Times bestsellers. His latest book is . In this episode we talk about: How to get over yourself How to reduce rumination How to lower the ego’s walls How to elevate mundane tasks The value of what Zen practitioners call “don’t know mind” How to reclaim your attention from Big Tech (what Michael calls the “colonizers of consciousness”) The value of MDMA-assisted therapy Michael’s experiences meditating in a cave Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How To Handle the Feeling of Never-Enough, Quiet the Comparing Mind, and Reduce Financial Anxiety | Morgan Housel
02/23/2026
How To Handle the Feeling of Never-Enough, Quiet the Comparing Mind, and Reduce Financial Anxiety | Morgan Housel
A financial psychology expert on the science of contentment. is the New York Times Bestselling author of and . He's a partner at , serves on the board of directors at His new book is . In this episode we talk about: What "irrational" spending habits really tell us How to manage money ambition with sanity How to use scarcity to your advantage A useful equation for finding contentment The key defense against envy How to minimize future regret Why young people should check their bank accounts more often How to talk to your kids about money How to disconnect self-worth from financial worth And more Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit Thanks to our sponsors: Function Health: Visit and use the gift code HAPPIER25 for a $25 credit toward your membership. BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at .
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How To Increase Performance By Working At Your Edge -- Plus A Quick Hack For When Panic or Anxiety Swells
02/22/2026
How To Increase Performance By Working At Your Edge -- Plus A Quick Hack For When Panic or Anxiety Swells
How do you stay engaged without getting consumed? That's one of the central questions in this conversation between Dan and high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais. Together they explore: working at your edge in meditation, panic disorder, and professional life why love might be the most important skill we can develop navigating rage in difficult political times and the Ideal Competitive Mindset — a concept Dan found surprisingly useful. Originally recorded for Dr. Gervais' podcast, , this one turned into a real back-and-forth. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Best Way To Feel Calm (Is to Not Try To Feel Calm)
02/20/2026
The Best Way To Feel Calm (Is to Not Try To Feel Calm)
In this episode, Dan takes live questions from subscribers to the . Topics include: meditating through grief and serious emotional pain, the hidden addiction to feeling calm during meditation, how to find focus and concentration without straining so hard you get a headache, whether guided meditations are just "training wheels," and how to practice when ADHD or restlessness makes sitting still feel impossible. Throughout, Dan returns to a central theme: the point of meditation isn't to feel any particular way — it's to relate differently to whatever is already there. To join the live Tuesday sessions, sign up for a free 14-day trial at . Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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A Buddhist Antidote To Fear And Anxiety | Devin Berry
02/18/2026
A Buddhist Antidote To Fear And Anxiety | Devin Berry
The two practices that helped turn this self described scowling, sarcastic skeptic into an expert meditator. is a Core Guiding Teacher at the Insight Meditation Society and a residential retreat teacher at and . A meditator since 1999, his practice is rooted in long-term retreat practice and the mettā and vipassanā teachings of the Insight Meditation tradition. In this episode we talk about: Why mindfulness alone is not enough How mettā is part of four related mental skills called the Brahma Viharas The story of how and why the Buddha (according to the legend) invented mettā practice The role and practice of generosity A year long experiment that Devin ran in mettā and danā And lastly, how these practices can help us both on and off the cushion This episode originally aired on July 31st, 2024. Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . Warby Parker: Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at — using our link helps support the show. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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The Science of Happiness: Five Simple Strategies for Reducing Anxiety and Increasing Connection | Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis
02/16/2026
The Science of Happiness: Five Simple Strategies for Reducing Anxiety and Increasing Connection | Sonja Lyubomirsky and Harry Reis
What it really means to feel loved, and why many people who are loved don’t feel it. is a preeminent happiness expert and Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California. is one of the world’s leading experts on relationships and Dean's Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Rochester. They are the authors of: . In this episode we talk about: What it really means to feel loved, and why many people who are loved don’t feel it An antidote to loneliness A broader definition of love beyond romance Why feeling loved may be the true key to happiness How feeling loved is more in your control than you think The “relationship seesaw”: lifting others up to feel loved yourself The power of curiosity, listening, and reciprocity Why dropping emotional armor is necessary for real connection Practical tools for feeling more loved Tips on asking better questions and showing real enthusiasm Why genuine curiosity, reciprocity, and emotional pacing deepen connection more than performative listening Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . Leesa: Go to for 25% off mattresses, plus get an extra $50 off with the promo code Happier, exclusive for our listeners. ZipRecruiter: To try ZipRecruiter for free, go to . FitBod: Get 25% off your subscription or try the app free for seven days at . To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How To Handle Constant Exhaustion (Without Blaming Yourself) | Jay Michaelson
02/15/2026
How To Handle Constant Exhaustion (Without Blaming Yourself) | Jay Michaelson
A conversation with meditation teacher Jay Michaelson about what to do when you're constantly tired, fried, and running on empty. If you feel exhausted seemingly all the time—whether it's a low hum or something louder—you're not alone. In this conversation, Jay Michaelson, our Teacher of the Month for February, talks with executive producer DJ Cashmere about the relentless fatigue so many of us are experiencing, and what actually helps. We talk about: Why your first move should be self-compassion (not self-blame)—especially in a culture obsessed with sleep optimization The important oscillation between being with difficulty versus reaching for an antidote HALT: the acronym that can save you (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired) How to investigate exhaustion without trying to fix it right away Practical antidotes: screen hygiene, micro-naps, and yes, brain machines How our Stone Age brains are being hijacked by tech companies Why nap shame is "pure garbage" and you should kiss it goodbye The social conditions causing exhaustion that are beyond individual control The through-line: this isn't about becoming superhuman or gritting your teeth through exhaustion. It's about relating to it differently, being kinder to yourself, and using whatever tools actually work—even if they feel unconventional. Jay's guided meditations and live AMA sessions are available throughout February in the app. Find more from Jay at . Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How To Work With Insomnia, Pain, and Your Mom’s Voice in Your Head | Jeff Warren
02/13/2026
How To Work With Insomnia, Pain, and Your Mom’s Voice in Your Head | Jeff Warren
A live Q&A session with meditation teacher Jeff Warren, where Dan and Jeff tackle some of the hardest questions in meditation and life. is a meditation teacher, author, and co-founder of the . In this live session recorded on Zoom with subscribers to the , Jeff and Dan take questions about insomnia, chronic pain, caring for aging parents, existential fears for loved ones, and what to do when your meditation practice feels stuck. We talk about: How to get equanimity around existential fears for your kids (which Jeff calls "the single hardest thing in human life") Why acceptance is a terrible word and equanimity is better The difference between doomsday spirals and what's actually happening right now Practical strategies for insomnia and chronic pain (including why your goal shouldn't be eight hours of unconscious sleep) What to do when you feel stuck in your meditation practice (hint: the plateau is normal) Three strategies for turning down the volume on your constant mental narrator Jeff also introduces the practice of asking your meditation a question—literally seeding a question in your mind during practice and seeing what bubbles up. It's surprisingly effective for creative blocks and getting unstuck. These live sessions happen every week in the 10% with Dan Harris app, where you can meditate with Dan and guest teachers and ask questions in real time. Get the app at — there's a free 14-day trial. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday
02/11/2026
Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday
How to become the wisest version of yourself. is one of the world’s bestselling living philosophers. His books, including The Daily Stoic, The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, Stillness Is the Key and his #1 New York Times bestselling series on the Stoic Virtues, appear in more than forty languages and have sold over 10 million copies. In this episode we talk about: The value of asking pertinent questions How to create a second brain Finding a teacher for yourself How not to be a know it all Achieving focus through a morning routine How to seek out criticism Learning how to die And much more Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . Wix: Ready to create your website? Go to wix.com. Rosetta Stone: Visit to get started and claim your 50% off today. Quo: No missed calls, no missed customers. Visit to get started.
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Unlocking the Body’s Innate Capacity for Healing: From Colds and Injuries to Anxiety and Heart Health | Dr. Victoria Maizes
02/09/2026
Unlocking the Body’s Innate Capacity for Healing: From Colds and Injuries to Anxiety and Heart Health | Dr. Victoria Maizes
Our bodies are brilliant at healing. An integrative doctor on how to tap that resource. , is the founding executive director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Her new book is . In this episode we talk about: What integrative medicine is (and isn’t) How lifestyle, stress, sleep, and relationships factor into healing Why “a pill for every ill” often falls short What the Rapid Recovery Reflex is and why the body wants to heal The biggest things that block recovery in modern life Practical ways to improve our health, ranging from sleep to stress Why patients have more power than they think How AI can help people ask better questions and work smarter with doctors Why what and when you eat matters How environmental toxins and social connection quietly shape our health more than we realize Tips for handling colds and flu more effectively Smarter ways to recover from pain and injuries Practical tools for reducing stress and anxiety without immediately turning to medication Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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This Quick Practice Will Make You Feel Lighter | Jay Michaelson
02/08/2026
This Quick Practice Will Make You Feel Lighter | Jay Michaelson
A guided loving-kindness meditation from Jay Michaelson that ditches the phrases and uses visualization instead. If you've done traditional metta (loving-kindness) practice before, you know it involves bringing people to mind and repeating phrases like "May you be happy, may you be healthy." It's a great practice. But sometimes the words can get you stuck in your head—thinking about what would actually make this person happy, or getting into stories about their suffering. This version takes away the verbal element. Instead, you work with a visualization: imagining a warm, golden light in your heart center that you can extend outward. Fair warning: this involves imagination. If that makes you roll your eyes, that's fine. But as the Beatles said, "The love you take is equal to the love you make." It's worth a try. is our Teacher of the Month for February. Find more guided meditations and live sessions with Jay throughout the month in the app. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How To Stop an Anxiety Spiral, The Best Protections Against Financial Ruin, and a Workaholic’s Guide to Productivity (and Self-Care) | Andrew Ross Sorkin
02/06/2026
How To Stop an Anxiety Spiral, The Best Protections Against Financial Ruin, and a Workaholic’s Guide to Productivity (and Self-Care) | Andrew Ross Sorkin
Life hacks life from one of the busiest journalists of our time. Andrew Ross Sorkin is an award-winning journalist for The New York Times, a co-anchor of , and the founder and editor-at-large of , an online daily financial report published by The New York Times. His latest book is . In this episode we talk about: The motivation behind his new book Human nature –– and why FOMO might be a good thing Personal finance hygiene The true antidote to irrational financial decisions How to cope with financial stress Practical tools to stop mental spiraling The "Would It Help?" mantra The role of Transcendental Meditation (TM) in Andrew’s life Productivity hacks and life routines Calendar blocking vs. to-do lists How much you should ––or shouldn’t–– share or disclose about yourself with other people And much more Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Additional Resources: To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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Three Buddhist Practices For Getting Your Sh*t Together | Vinny Ferraro
02/04/2026
Three Buddhist Practices For Getting Your Sh*t Together | Vinny Ferraro
Practical advice from a straight-talking former criminal and occasionally profane Dharma teacher. has practiced insight meditation (vipassanā) since the mid-90s. He’s the Guiding Teacher of the Big Heart City Sangha in San Francisco and has led a weekly sitting group for almost two decades. As a fully empowered Dharma Teacher through Spirit Rock/IMS, he has taught residential retreats at various centers and currently leads Spirit Rock's course. This episode originally dropped in May of 2024, but we’re re-posting it because it was one of our most successful episodes. In this episode we talk about: Alignment Vinny‘s concept of “flashing your basic goodness” Noting practice The deep satisfaction in not seeking satisfaction Redirecting awareness Being an “empathetic witness” for yourself When to opt for distraction Not taking what’s not yours Vinny’s ancestor practice What is the connection between seeing our family patterns and not taking what is not ours? How loyal have we been to our suffering? Related Episodes: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to . Tonal: Go to and use the promo code Happier for $200 off your purchase. Cozy Earth: Go to for up to 20% off! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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How a Simple Mindset Shift Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease and Improve Overall Health | Dr. Tara Narula
02/02/2026
How a Simple Mindset Shift Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease and Improve Overall Health | Dr. Tara Narula
A smarter way to think about disease prevention. is a board-certified cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan and Chief Medical Correspondent for ABC News. Her new book is . In this episode we talk about: What resilience really is, why most of us already have it, and how it can be strengthened The overlooked link between mental health, physical health, and recovery from illness Why mindset and acceptance matter as much as medical treatment when facing health challenges How resilience applies to major life changes, trauma, and chronic disease. Practical psychological tools for working with anxiety, fear, and repetitive thought patterns Why flexible thinking matters How to adapt when life doesn’t go according to plan How beliefs, mindset, and the mind–body connection shape stress, healing, and resilience Why movement, sleep, and facing fear are essential ingredients in building real resilience How reframing identity can help people move forward after illness, trauma, or loss Why connection, love, and small acts of kindness are powerful and underused medicine How hope, faith, and purpose shape resilience, healing, and long-term health Related Episodes: Dan's top 10 takeaways from the science of behavior change: Get the 10% with Dan Harris app Sign up for Dan's free newsletter Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit Thanks to our sponsor: Cozy Earth: Head to and use code Harris for up to 20% off.
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How To Create Micro-Moments of Sanity No Matter What’s Happening Today | Jay Michaelson
02/01/2026
How To Create Micro-Moments of Sanity No Matter What’s Happening Today | Jay Michaelson
A conversation with , our Teacher of the Month for February, about his path to meditation, navigating multiple identities, and why he calls himself a "cynical, sarcastic bitch." Jay Michaelson is a meditation teacher, journalist, rabbi, and author. In this conversation with executive producer DJ Cashmere, Jay gets candid about his unconventional path into meditation—driven initially by greed for mystical experiences rather than a desire to reduce suffering—and how his practice has evolved over 25 years. We talk about: Why Jay identifies as a "greed type" in Buddhist psychology (and what that means) How to balance worldly activism with contemplative practice without getting "hollowed out" The concept of creating a "permission structure" to live the life you actually want That moment of spaciousness between stimulus and response (and how it saved Jay when he got heckled during LGBTQ activism) Whether meditation can help save humanity—and why Jay is both cynical and hopeful about this How neurotic Jay still is after 25 years of practice (spoiler: he's less reactive, but still neurotic) "Micro-moments" of awareness—five-second practices for people who can't go on long retreats Jay's guided meditations and live sangha sessions are available throughout February in the 10% Happier app. You can also find him at , where he writes Both/And, a newsletter about the intersection of spirituality, meditation, and politics. Join Dan’s online community Follow Dan on social: , Subscribe to our To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit
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