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Feb 2024
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Dan Harris: 10 Percent Happier, 10 Years...

Morra Aarons-Mele
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We all have big moments that shift the course of our life - and our relationship with those moments also change over time. Dan Harris was a long time TV journalist when he had a panic attack on air in 2004. That set in motion a different course in his life - where he began meditating, finding healthier ways to manage his anxiety, and hosting the podcast 10 P ... Show More
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