Dan Harris & Jeff Warren

Date: 2018-01-10 | Duration: 2h 33m

Episode Overview

Dan Harris and Jeff Warren dive deep into the practical and transformative aspects of meditation, mindfulness, and mental health throughout this episode. They explore how meditation can help manage stress by training the mind to observe thoughts without getting entangled, likening the process to “exfoliating the brain.” Harris shares personal experiences with anxiety and panic attacks, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to difficult moments rather than resisting them. Both discuss the challenges of maintaining presence amid life’s chaos and the value of consistent practice in retraining habitual thought patterns. The conversation also touches on the physical and mental interplay in wellness, including Harris’s experiments with sensory deprivation tanks and the benefits of somatic practices for healing trauma and improving body awareness. They highlight the parallels between ancient contemplative traditions and modern neuroscience, noting that meditation cultivates self-awareness rather than erasing neuroses, making practitioners “connoisseurs” of their own minds. Additionally, they address the impact of technology on attention and the importance of cultivating compassion and equanimity in a fragmented world. The episode offers a nuanced look at mindfulness as a tool for navigating both internal struggles and external pressures with greater clarity and resilience.

About Dan Harris

Dan Harris is a prominent ABC News correspondent and co-anchor of the weekend edition of Good Morning America, known for his engaging storytelling and incisive reporting. He gained national recognition as the anchor for Nightline, where he covers a wide range of stories that resonate with viewers. Beyond his journalism career, Dan is the founder, author, and host of "10% Happier," a groundbreaking book and podcast that demystifies mindfulness and meditation, providing practical insights for everyday life. After a candid on-air panic attack led him to explore meditation, he has become an influential advocate for mental health and well-being, making him a compelling figure in both media and wellness circles.

About Jeff Warren

Jeff Warren is a writer, meditation teacher, and advocate for mindfulness practices, well-known for his ability to demystify meditation for those who may be skeptical. He co-authored the bestselling book "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics" with ABC News correspondent Dan Harris, which serves as a practical guide for integrating meditation into busy lives. With a unique blend of humor and insight, Warren has captivated audiences by making meditation accessible and relatable, challenging the misconceptions surrounding its practice. His engaging approach and commitment to helping others find mental clarity make him a sought-after voice in the wellness community.

Key Moments

– Meditation
– Mindfulness
– Mental Health
– Stress Management
– Psychedelics
– Somatic Experiencing
– Flow State
– Neuroscience
– Anxiety
– Self-Awareness
– Trauma Recovery
– Physical Fitness
– Breathwork
– Spirituality
– Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
– Performance Psychology
– Community Support
– Technology Impact
– Gratitude
– Podcasting
0:00:00 – Introduction of Dan Harris and Jeff Warren
0:03:37 – Brain scanning during meditation at Vanderbilt
0:06:06 – Common psychological challenges in sports
0:07:55 – Testing personal limits through meditation and practice
0:10:00 – Evolutionary perspective on body movement and health
0:12:36 – Mind-body connection in mental practices
0:14:49 – Discussion about pure culture mushrooms
0:16:21 – Controlling versus surrendering to difficult moments
0:20:43 – Experiencing no-self and altered states in meditation
0:22:41 – Advice on surrendering during meditation practice
0:26:19 – Describing meditation as peeling layers like an onion
0:30:13 – Retraining the mind through meditation
0:38:55 – Recollection of early comedy career and influences
0:44:21 – Anxiety experienced during a comedy special
0:48:08 – Preparation enabling effortless performance
0:51:06 – The art and flow of podcast conversations
0:53:14 – Zen and Shinzen Young's meditation approach
0:57:19 – Hardcore meditation practices including ice baths
1:00:10 – Being present as a key to freedom
1:04:21 – Basic meditation move: sitting back and allowing
1:08:38 – Historical development of the mind's owner's manual
1:14:37 – Balancing belief and practical living
1:18:17 – Cultural cues and subtleties in meditation communities
1:22:06 – Describing the tank experience and loss of orientation
1:24:33 – Research on salutary effects of psychedelics
1:26:00 – Psychedelic experiences revealing unknowns
1:31:17 – Panic attack experience and recovery
1:34:11 – Animal behavior insights applied to trauma
1:36:41 – Somatic experiencing therapy session
1:40:11 – Continuous practice of internal attention
1:42:24 – Critique of positive thinking culture
1:44:31 – Honest reckoning with human suffering
1:51:34 – Appreciating the present moment fully
1:55:07 – Freedom in difficult situations through practice
2:02:11 – Managing bipolar highs and lows
2:04:40 – Experiencing exuberance and energy surges
2:10:22 – Subtle manifestations of human condition
2:16:36 – Meditation as connoisseurship of neuroses
2:23:22 – Impact of technology on attention and focus
2:29:37 – Gratitude as expectation of future favors

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Dan Harris and Jeff Warren. Starting point is 00:00:19 Thank you, man. Starting point is 00:00:29 Dragooned? Starting point is 00:00:44 There's nothing to be scared of. Starting point is 00:01:05 So I was a little wary. Then you called me a chicken, and I was like, well, fuck, time and again to myself and others. So I was a little wary. Starting point is 00:01:31 Yeah. Starting point is 00:02:09 I think, well, it happens just people in general. Starting point is 00:03:00 process of testing yourself and stress and regular life stresses sort of become diminished. Starting point is 00:03:37 Jeff and I were down at actually at Vanderbilt where they wanted to take a look at my brain in a scanner while I meditated. Starting point is 00:03:58 It's not like there's a dog in the room that's going to bite you, right? Starting point is 00:04:43 the one in particular was on television on Good Morning America in 2004. Starting point is 00:05:19 it happens to bow hunters and there's a thing that happens where you literally can't keep the pin on the target Starting point is 00:06:06 And it's really, really common to the point where people seek psychologists and sports trainers, Starting point is 00:06:33 In the tank, I was thinking a lot Starting point is 00:07:01 do it isn't the right way to say it. But I've struggled for a long time with dropping my self-consciousness enough so that i can dance in a way that you know i have a Starting point is 00:07:55 You pointed to something important about testing those limits. Starting point is 00:08:09 allowed me not to get carried away Starting point is 00:08:28 Well, if you have damaged shoulders, man, you kind of have to. Starting point is 00:08:47 Have you ever looked into hanging? Starting point is 00:09:01 I don't do it on a regular basis. Starting point is 00:09:23 It's, like, tremendous for your shoulder. Starting point is 00:09:39 where he just tells them, you know, at...

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