Trump stressing you out? Dan Harris on how ACTION absorbs anxiety to DEFEND DEMOCRACY
Former ABC News anchor Dan Harris, author of "10% Happier," discussed his new MS NOW series "The Week in Sanity" and "Never Worry Alone," focusing on managing anxiety in the current political climate. Harris, who experienced a public panic attack on air in 2004 after extensive wartime reporting, advocates for a three-pronged approach to dealing with distressing news: information, regulation (like meditation), and activation (taking local action). He argues against the toxicity of modern wellness culture, emphasizing that simple practices like meditation can help regulate the brain and reduce stress, offering a path to greater well-being and engagement.
In an anxious and polarized political climate, Harris's advice offers practical strategies for individuals to manage their mental health and engage constructively with the world, suggesting that personal well-being is intrinsically linked to the health of democracy.
Dan Harris's personal journey with anxiety and depression, the benefits of meditation for brain health, the criticism of modern wellness culture, and the importance of small steps in habit formation.
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