Books recommended by Dan Harris
Dan Harris is an American journalist and author who gained fame after publicly discussing his Anxiety and Depression on The Dr. Oz Show in 2009. He is now a popular speaker and author known for promoting mindfulness and Buddhist practices to reduce stress and anxiety.
His recommended books, such as Real Happiness, The Middle Way, and Buddhism without Beliefs, offer accessible introductions to mindfulness and Buddhism, blending scientific insights with practical wisdom and personal anecdotes. These works share a conversational tone, making complex philosophical concepts easy to understand and apply to everyday life, often using humor and storytelling to convey valuable lessons about mental well-being.
- Real Happiness: A 28-Day Program to Realize the Power of Meditation (by Sharon Salzberg). Recommended by Dan Harris
- The Middle Way: Faith Grounded in Reason (by Dalai Lama). Recommended by Dan Harris
- Buddhism without Beliefs: A Contemporary Guide to Awakening (by Stephen Batchelor). Recommended by Edward Norton , Dan Harris