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Winner of the 2014 Living Now Book Award for Inspirational Memoir
After having a nationally televised panic attack, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head, which had propelled him through the ranks of a hypercompetitive business, but had also led him to make the profoundly stupid decisions that provoked his on-air freak-out.
Eventually Harris stumbled upon an effective way to rein in that voice, something he always assumed to be either impossible or useless: meditation, a tool that research suggests can do everything from lower your blood pressure to essentially rewire your brain. 10% Happier takes readers on a ride from the outer reaches of neuroscience to the inner sanctum of network news to the bizarre fringes of America’s spiritual scene, and leaves them with a takeaway that could actually change their lives.
Anonymous
Posted Sat Mar 15 00:00:00 EDT 2014
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I've become a huge fan of Dan over the past few years, and especially since watching him anchor weekend GMA. I bought the book immediately when I heard about it. Sure, I'm biased. But, I love the conversational approach of the book. It's reality, describes a personal journey, and shares a thought provoking, yet inspiring look at how to get out of your own way and finally deal with your inner voice in a positive and productive manner. Great book. Must read. I'd also like to recommend "When God Stopped Keeping Score." Finally, here are two books that will inspire you to change your life for the better.
28 out of 32 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Tue Apr 01 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I ordered this book the first week it was released and when I received it, I couldn't put it down. I bought the book first because the description indicated that he had had a panic attack on air on ABC; I have panic attacks so I wanted to see what he had to say about them. Secondly, I bought the book to read what he had to say about meditation. A BONUS at the end of the book is a summary that helps you learn to meditate. I enjoyed the style of writing and found this to be an enjoyable and easy read.
18 out of 20 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Mar 15 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Longtime fan of ABC News especially Dan Harris reports. He always brings a balanced humanistic side to his reporting and anchoring. I expect all his television journalistic skills to translate over to his book.
14 out of 25 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Fri Apr 04 00:00:00 EDT 2014
This is not your average 'self help' book. I was 10% happier just reading it. Harris has a story to tell and he's honest and funny in the telling. It's a very good read. Even if you don't go so far as to meditate, you will love the book. Me? Yes, I've tried the five minutes and, yes, my head feels better for it. This one's a keeper.
13 out of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Thu Mar 20 00:00:00 EDT 2014
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We know Dan Harris as the anchor on Nightline but what do we really know about him. Here in his book 10% Happier , Harris lets us inside his world as he embarks on an odyssey through the worlds of spirituality and self-help. It is a positive, uplifting book.
12 out of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Sat Apr 05 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Unhappiness comes from the conditioning of the mind. This story speaks to the common man so one can easily identify with his plight before he discovered the ability to learn to control the mind--even with only 10% more--it is more than the most of us accomplish in a lifetime. Meditation is a powerful, positive, free, natural high that this author shares as we decides to take battle with the mind and its seductive, negative pull. I identify with the author because I have come to a similar place, and I have shared similar feelings about others who attest to knowing about the power inside. We are magnets and the way we feel especially the happiness we create gives attention only to what we want. I especially liked it because it affirms more of what I already know to be true. Donna McGoff The Power of Goal Setting
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Fast paced reading, I understand the principles and benefits, yet I get the same effect from prayer, good writing.
7 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Fri Mar 28 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I tried my best at meditating a few months ago but always felt maybe i was doing it wrong. After reading Dan Harris I now know there is no wrong way.
This book is written sonwell i am rereading it right now
7 out of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Thu Apr 03 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I loved this book! Dan is a very good writer, easy prose, down to earth. The honesty in this book is impressive and I'm jealous of his dedication to meditation, mindfulness, etc. I wish him well at GMA and Nightline - looking forward to more from him! A really nice guy.
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Thu Apr 03 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I appreciate his style and the insights from his climb to current position. If you are familiar with Dan Harris, you can even hear him narrating the content as you read it. I like him. I wish he hadn't had some of the experiences he'd had ("self medicating," for one), but the journey is what it is and is what makes him the man and journalist he is today.
Excellent read!
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Tue Apr 29 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Like Mr Harris I was struggling with some of the spiritual jargon that is used by the different "spiritual" experts. I learned from Harris to question does not mean the worth of a practice is less than. Find the answer that is the best fit for you. I pksn to reread his book.
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Tue Apr 22 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Hard to put down once I started reading it. Very funny and very true with all the things that we experience in our every day lives. I can really relate to the book. I love it and enjoyed it from beginning to end. I bought extra books as a gift to my friends and family.
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Tue Apr 22 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I enjoyed this book. I was not really familiar with meditation, so I liked learning about that and hope to use it. I wish I had read it when I was working as I had more stress then than I do now that I have retired. Dan Harris is an over-the-top type of personality, so he went all out on meditation, which I am sure I will not. But I hope it will make my life 10% better
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Posted Thu Apr 17 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Dan Harris kept me engaged throughout the reading of this book. I like the way he was so honest and open about things he has done, said and felt.
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Posted Fri Sep 12 00:00:00 EDT 2014
First borrowed this book from the Library. Saw it on sale at B&N and purchased as it will be nice to have around as a reminder/reference.
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Posted Sun Aug 31 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Arrogance mars the book. Self-important narrator. Nevertheless it has good insights into the process of learning to be mindful.
Anonymous
Posted Wed Aug 20 00:00:00 EDT 2014
Borrow if you must not a keeper buska
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Posted Sun Aug 17 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I am only half way through this book and cant wait to read the rest. I bought this book because I am struggling with perfectionism and self loathing. I love the honesty that Dan brings, and love the ideas he presents. I recommend to anyone who struggles with similar issues.
Anonymous
Posted Sat Aug 09 00:00:00 EDT 2014
I could not put this book down!
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Posted Fri Jul 18 00:00:00 EDT 2014
You the girl or too drew.
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Overview
Winner of the 2014 Living Now Book Award for Inspirational Memoir
After having a nationally televised panic attack, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head,...