Imagine having a panic attack live on-air while anchoring ABC news. That happened to Dan Harris in 2004. The Nightline anchor, Good Morning America Weekend Co-anchor, war correspondent and author (10% Happier) opens up about his history of anxiety, depression, drug abuse (he's now sober) and witnessing horrific scenes while reporting in conflict zones. He talks about being skeptical at first about meditating but after researching it like a reporter, interviewing scientists and trying it himself he discovered it actually helps his anxiety. Dan is also the host of the 10% Happier podcast.

Check out Dan's books about meditating and the power of getting help.

Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics: A 10% Happier How To Guide

10% Happier

You can find Dan on social media at 

https://www.facebook.com/DanHarrisABC/

https://twitter.com/danbharris

https://www.instagram.com/danharris/

And check out his podcast  

10% Happier Podcast (An ABC News Podcast)

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/10-happier-with-dan-harris/id1087147821?mt=2

www.10percenthappier.com

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