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Published Mar 2, 2016

Dan Harris on the Power of Meditating for Skeptics - with Lewis Howes

Dan Harris shares his journey from a panic attack on live TV to becoming a meditation advocate, exploring the profound impact mindfulness can have on mental health, career, and personal growth.
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  • Gratitude

    Dan Harris shares his profound gratitude for his 14-month-old son, Alexander. He humorously acknowledges the clichés of parenthood, noting both the incredible joy and the humbling challenges it brings 1. Harris also discusses his desire to address major global issues like poverty, climate change, and bigotry, emphasizing their interconnectedness and the role of mindfulness in fostering a more compassionate world 2.

    The annoying thing about having children is that all of the clichés are true.

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    He believes that mindfulness can contribute positively to these deep-seated problems by promoting wisdom and selflessness.

       

    Greatness

    Harris defines greatness through the lens of his three essential truths: not being an asshole, creating something awesome, and practicing meditation. He stresses the importance of building and maintaining great relationships as a key component of true greatness 3. Harris's principles are rooted in compassion and the pursuit of meaningful work, which he believes are crucial for personal happiness and success 4.

    The definition of greatness would be... doing or building something awesome that you truly believe in.

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    These truths reflect his journey from skepticism to embracing mindfulness and its transformative impact on his life.

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