10% Happier with Dan Harris Professional Setbacks Happen to All of Us. Here Are Some Lessons From Resetting My Career. | Dan Harris & Toni Magyar
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Aug 29, 2025 Toni Magyar, CEO of 10% Media and former book publishing expert, joins Dan Harris to discuss recovery from professional setbacks. They explore the significance of self-compassion, noting it doesn't mean lowering standards. The duo shares insights on navigating change, emphasizing that embracing uncertainty can foster resilience. They also tease exciting plans for the upcoming year, including live meditations and engaging Q&As. Together, they provide practical tools for managing adversity while building a supportive community.
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Learn To Live With Uncertainty
- Expecting adversity reduces the shock when setbacks occur and prevents futile denial.
- Dan learned to live with uncertainty as a skill rather than chasing an impossible feeling of safety.
Spirals: Compassion vs Criticism
- Two spirals exist: a destructive spiral of self-criticism and a positive spiral beginning with self-compassion.
- Self-compassion improves relationships, which then amplifies inner well-being and professional effectiveness.
From On-Camera Anchor To Boss
- Dan realized he had never been a manager with direct reports during his decades as a journalist.
- Running a company forced him to confront leadership skills he hadn't practiced before.