Jeff Warren

Join Sebene Selassie, an author and meditation teacher, and Jeff Warren, a fellow meditation instructor, as they navigate the complex world of money and its emotional ties. They discuss how childhood influences shape our financial identities and the importance of open conversations about money with friends. The duo explores the misconception of security linked to wealth, advocating for generosity as a means to foster true security. They also share techniques for managing financial anxiety and the power of gratitude in reshaping our money narratives.

What does it actually mean to "trust life" — especially when life is handing you something genuinely hard? In this Meditation Party episode (originally aired in 2024), Dan, Sebene Selassie, and Jeff Warren dig into that question from multiple angles: as a personal mantra, a philosophical stance, and a daily practice. Plus: listener questions on rumination, work-life balance, and the eternal napping-vs.-meditating debate. "Trust Life" vs. "This Is the Curriculum" — Sebene shares the origin of her tattoo and what the mantra has meant through years of health challenges. The three timescales of practice — Jeff breaks down how meditation works in the moment, over months and years, and across the arc of a whole life. The third one is where things get interesting. Obsessive thinking / rumination — Practical tools from all three, including one from Sebene involving a trampoline, and one from a clinical psychologist that will make you feel ridiculous in the best way. Sebene Selassie describes herself as a "writer, teacher, and immigrant-weirdo." She teaches meditation on the ten percent happier app and is the author of a great book called You Belong. She's based in Brooklyn. Jeff Warren is also a writer and a meditation teacher. He and Dan co-wrote the book, Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics. He also hosts the Consciousness Explorers podcast. He's based in Toronto. Related episodes: How to Stay Calm No Matter What's Happening | Sebene Selassie and Jeff WarrenScience-Based Tools for When You're Stressed, Obsessed, or Overthinking | Dr. Jenny Taitz Get the 10% with Dan Harris app hereSign up for Dan's free newsletter hereFollow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTokSubscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris

In this enlightening conversation, Jeff Warren, a meditation teacher and author, shares his unique journey from journalist to consciousness researcher, sparked by a life-altering head injury. He discusses the importance of creating a 'home base' in meditation to help manage a scattered mind, offering practical tools for emotional regulation. Jeff also delves into the struggles of ADHD and bipolarity, emphasizing the power of meditation to enhance creativity and focus. Listeners gain valuable insights into integrating mindfulness into daily life, especially for neurodivergent individuals.

Jeff Warren, a meditation teacher and author, explores how mindfulness can be tailored to different brains, particularly his experiences with ADHD and bipolar disorder. He challenges the notion of a 'right' way to meditate, advocating for experimentation and personal adaptation. Together with DJ Cashmere, they discuss the importance of self-knowledge and the three core mindfulness skills: clarity, concentration, and equanimity. They emphasize the need for practices that truly help you feel present and settled, acknowledging the uniqueness of every mind.

In this insightful discussion, Jeff Warren, a skilled meditation teacher and author, introduces listeners to the concept of 'don't know mind.' He shares how relinquishing the need for certainty can alleviate anxiety and overthinking. Jeff emphasizes connecting with direct experiences rather than getting caught up in labels or judgments. He advocates for embracing discomfort with humility and practicing non-attachment, leading to a mind that is free and open. Listeners can find peace by resting in curiosity instead of clinging to what they think they know.

Jeff Warren, meditation teacher and author who co-founded the Consciousness Explorers Club, tackles tough everyday struggles. He discusses calming doomsday spirals about loved ones, practical approaches to insomnia and chronic pain, ways to get unstuck in meditation, and simple methods to quiet the constant inner narrator. Short, clear strategies and a surprising trick: ask your practice a question before you sit.

Jeff Warren, meditation teacher and co-author of Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, dives into why inner work matters as much as personal hygiene. He explores observing thoughts without becoming them, why solitude can feel brutal, how mindfulness changes our sense of time, and where meditation helps, misfires, and reshapes everyday life.

Jeff Warren, former journalist and meditation teacher, discusses meditation for busy brains and how to overcome the belief that you can't meditate. They explore the role of meditation in living with depression, the constant chatter in our minds, and the importance of changing our relationship with our thoughts. They also emphasize finding joy and pleasure in meditation practice and cultivating an attitude of welcoming experience and bemusement.

Dan Harris, an ABC News correspondent and co-author of "10% Happier," alongside meditation teacher Jeff Warren, dives deep into the world of mindfulness and mental health. They explore sensory-deprivation tanks, the roots of panic attacks, and how meditation can unlock deeper awareness. The duo shares experiences from meditation retreats, discusses the benefits of physical disciplines like yoga, and offers practical tips for integrating mindfulness into daily life. With engaging stories and insights, they make meditation accessible and relatable.

Sebene Selassie, a writer and meditation leader, joins Jeff Warren, a dynamic meditation instructor, for an engaging conversation on mindfulness. They explore the notion of 'failed meditators' and discuss how to navigate anxiety and grief with compassion. The duo emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in meditation and the value of community support. They also share practical meditation tips tailored for parents, encouraging quick mindful moments within family life. Their insights on connecting with emotions provide a relatable guide for personal growth.