10% Happier with Dan Harris NPR's Rachel Martin On: Surviving The News, Making A Huge Career Pivot, And Hosting A Metaphysical Game Show
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Aug 14, 2024 
Rachel Martin, co-creator and host of the podcast Wild Card, is a veteran NPR journalist with a rich background in news reporting. In this engaging conversation, she discusses the emotional toll of covering major events and her shift to a more introspective career. They dive into the challenges of adult grief, insomnia, and the importance of meditation for mindfulness. Rachel also shares insights on navigating life's big questions through her new podcast, blending humor and vulnerability while embracing change and exploring the vastness of existence.
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Existential Void and Spiritual Search
- After her parents' deaths, Rachel Martin felt an existential void and lacked a spiritual framework.
- Through her 'Enlighten Me' series, she explored different traditions, seeking answers and a spiritual identity.
Finding Meaning in the Everyday
- Rachel Martin finds meaning in everyday moments, from her backyard to her children's trampoline.
- She actively chooses to imbue her life with sacredness and gratitude.
Walking Meditation for Insomnia
- Dan Harris suggests using the phrase "there is a body" during walking meditation for insomnia.
- This focuses the mind on physical sensations, reducing mental restlessness.