This is an extremely brave, funny, and insightful book. Dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc newsman who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to something he always thought was ridiculous. It was nominated for a goodreads 2014 in nonfiction which is what originally drew my eye. Ten percent happier with dan harris listen via stitcher. Ten percent happier with dan harris listen to podcasts on. Still, though, it doesnt convey the fact that the book is really a memoir of dan harris s life in this book was far, far better than i expected. No other book marries contemplative wisdom and modern science in this way, and no author other than sam harrisa scientist, philosopher, and famous skepticcould write it. Sam harris, author of the end of faith startling, provocative, and. This is a book for everyone from the top shelf skeptics of meditation that i once was to the deeply determined silent meditator. Ten percent happier with dan harris podcast on demand dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc news anchor who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to try something he always thought was ridiculous. In 10% happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation. Om chanting and meditation by amit ray 10% happier by dan harris. Entertaining, insightful articles that will help you live a happier, more resilient, and more connected life.
He takes us through his personal journey, starting with his addiction to the rush of adrenaline from covering live news events in dangerous locations to his subsequent breakdown on live tv as a news anchor. Mar 20, 2018 i dont mean to start off on a pedantic note, but 10 % happier is really more a book on meditation than on happiness. Importantly, it shows you just how valuable meditation can be in coping with the chaos and stress of modern life. For christmas, ive been gifting my friends books and they ask what i would like and my goto answer is anything you think that will make me a more. Turns out, the original title for 10 % happier was the voice in my head is an asshole, which is both far more amusing and a better description of the actual content of the book. Our conversation is widerangingfrom teaching meditation in schools to careerism in the secular mindfulness movement. Samuel benjamin harris born april 9, 1967 is an american author, neuroscientist, philosopher, and podcast host.
He wrote the bestselling book, 10 % happier, started an app 10 % happier. Harris never loses his sense of humor as he affably. I recently read this book and it has sort of shaken my love of eckhart tolle. After a panic attack on live tv, abc news anchor dan harris had to make some changes. Mar 10, 2014 the following is excerpted from 10 % happier.
Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and. He is currently working on a new book about kindness and compassion with an estimated release date of 2021. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without. Turns out, the original title for 10% happier was the voice in my head is an asshole, which is both far more amusing and a better description of the actual content of the book. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Before reading 10 % happier, had you heard of these other authors or read their books. An enormously smart, cleareyed, bravehearted, and quite personal look at the benefits of meditation.
This was an insight that immediately made me at least 10 % happier. Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and selfhelp, and discovers a way to get happier that is. According to dan, it makes you 10 % happier, and like any skill, its something that can developed through practice. Winner of the 2014 living now book award for inspirational memoir. In essence, dan harris abc reporter turned meditation advocate has a panic attack on national tv, has some drug abuse problems, is relentlessly determined to succeed in his career, then discovers tolle. Susan kaiser greenland and i talk with dan harris on his 10 % happier podcast. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually works a true story, what a mouthful. Meditation for fidgety skeptics and now, in read more. Ten percent happier with dan harris sam harris and dan. I believe that with this book dan harris succeeds to not only build an important bridge between two worlds that have seemed far apart and somewhat incompatible, the professional world and spiritual world, but he also brings a unprecedented freshness and clarity to the latter. Winner of the 2014 living now book award for inspirational memoirnightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical. Oct 21, 2014 nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and selfhelp, and discovers a way to get happier that is. Dec 26, 2017 dan harris is the coanchor of abcs nightline and the weekend editions of good morning america.
Dan is a selfdescribed fidgety, skeptical abc newsman who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to something he always thought was ridiculous. Jun 03, 2019 a title like 10 % happier, read to me, like a neon sign saying deepak chopra style word salad inside. Listen to ten percent happier with dan harris episodes free, on demand. Dan harris is a fidgety, skeptical abc news anchor who had a panic attack live on good morning america, which led him to try something he always thought was ridiculous. This summary also includes key lessons and important passages from the book. Have any tolle fans read 10% happier by dan harris. Mar 12, 2020 in 10 % happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation. However, ive gone out of my way this year to recommend dan harriss book, 10 % happier. As i embarked on listening to my new purchase, i was most disappointed when sam harris, by now familiar voice, all or a sudden. Ten percent happier with dan harris listen to podcasts.
My preconceptions about meditation were misconceptions. For other people with the same name, see sam harris disambiguation. I thought i was buying a book by sam harris, who has had a way of shaking my reality just enough to make some small but important changes. Check back often to see what books sam is recommending or mentioning on the making sense podcast. In september 2018 harris released a meditation app, waking up with sam harris. Immediately after finishing it, i listened to the audiobook again. Ive even gifted a few copies to friends who have been interested in. Recommended readings archive page 9 of 50 sam harris. From multiple new york times bestselling author, neuroscientist, and new atheist sam harris. He has also spent many years covering religion in america, despite the fact that he is agnostic. Harris work has been translated into over 20 languages. His work touches on a wide range of topics, including rationality, religion, ethics, free will, neuroscience, meditation, philosophy of mind, politics, terrorism.
This is my book summary of 10% happier by dan harris. He went on to write the bestselling book, 10 % happier. Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story, by abcs dan harris. Book summary on 10 % happier how i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story by dan harris. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story harris, dan on. A compellingly honest, delightfully interesting, and at times heartwarming story of one highly intelligent mans. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story by dan harris by my good friend mike taccona. Ten percent happier with dan harris podcast abc audio.
How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually worksa true story, on social media and at our own booktour stops. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge. Since september 20, harris has hosted the making sense podcast originally titled waking up, in which he interviews guests, responds to critics, and discusses his views. Apr 16, 2019 in 10 % happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation. Nightline anchor dan harris embarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and selfhelp, and. Books by ten percent happier dan harris is the coanchor of abcs nightline and the weekend editions of good morning america. Ten percent happier with dan harris listen via stitcher for. I always feel bad when people have to read the subtitle of the book. He wrote the new york times bestselling book, 10 % happier, launched an app, and now, in this podcast, dan talks with celebrities, entrepreneurs, authors, scientists, meditation teachers and. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that actually works a true story by harris, dan isbn. Since meditations take so long to create due to all of the dialogue and music, i thought it would be fun to try some other ideas.
Not that meditation cant make one happier, but thats not really the main topic that sam harris addresses in his book. His 10 % happier podcasts are interviews with other meditators. Still, though, it doesnt convey the fact that the book is really a memoir of dan harriss life in. If not, are you interested in exploring their works now. Books by sam harris author of letter to a christian nation. I want to call this book lifechanging, but im not going to because reading it didnt change my life. Harris encourages the use of meditation, and himself uses a method of watching the breath. So if you had told me a couple of years ago that i was going to end up as a traveling evangelist for meditation, i would have coughed my beer up through read more. How i tamed the voice in my head, reduced stress without losing my edge, and found selfhelp that really works a true story, was. Dan harris is the coanchor of abcs nightline and the weekend editions of good morning america. It takes a lot of guts to write a book about one of your most embarrassing moments in life dans boldness sure paid off. Colin beavan, author of no impact manin 10 % happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation.
After a 10 day retreat, chronicled in the books most entertaining section, harris began applying this new calm, centered approach to his hectic livelihood in the media and began adopting a new attitude and approach toward instances of negativity and misfortune. I thought this book was for healing crystal wearing hipsters and idiots, my perception was way off. Mar 11, 2014 after a 10 day retreat, chronicled in the books most entertaining section, harris began applying this new calm, centered approach to his hectic livelihood in the media and began adopting a new attitude and approach toward instances of negativity and misfortune. I dont mean to start off on a pedantic note, but 10 % happier is really more a book on meditation than on happiness. From multiple new york times bestselling author, neuroscientist, and new atheist sam harris, waking up is for the 30 percent of americans who follow no religion, but who suspect that jesus, buddha, lao tzu, rumi. It quiets the voices in your head, makes you appreciate the present more, decreases your anxiety over the past and future, and makes you a. Dan harris is coanchor of both nightline and the weekend editions of good morning america on abc news. A guide to spirituality without religion, sams newest book, is part seekers memoir, part exploration of the scientific underpinnings of spirituality. Harpercollins speakers bureau in conjunction with gtn. Have any tolle fans read 10 % happier by dan harris. In 10 % happier, dan harris describes in fascinating detail the stresses of working as a news correspondent and the relief he has found through the practice of meditation. Harris recounts his journey from skeptic to meditator.
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