Encore: Become 10% Happier with Good Morning America Anchor Dan Harris

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While we're on a brief break, enjoy some of our top episodes! In this episode, former Good Morning America anchor Dan Harris talks about how meditation has helped him manage his anxiety and panic attacks. He also opens up about using cocaine to combat his depression after coming back from Iraq. Although he was skeptical about meditation at first, he experienced a panic attack on Good Morning America that helped him realize he needed to make some changes in his life. He stopped using drugs, started taking better care of himself, and launched a daily meditation practice.  He addresses some of the biggest misconceptions about meditation, shares the biggest benefits he's gained, and provides a quick step-by-step process for beginners to try meditation right now. Original Episode Air Date: October 5, 2020