How a Panic Attack Sparked a Midlife Awakening | Dan Harris
He had everything going for him, until his body shut him down on live TV.
In this episode, Dan Harris sits down with Chip Conley for a warm, honest conversation about ambition, anxiety, and what really changes in midlife.
Dan opens up about the panic attack that forced him to slow down, his years inside high-pressure newsrooms at ABC, and the quiet realization that productivity, without presence, was costing him more than it gave. What follows is not a polished mindfulness pitch, but a deeply human reflection on letting go, growing wiser, and redefining success in the second half of life.
In this conversation, you’ll hear Dan reflect on:
If you’re navigating midlife, questioning old definitions of success, or simply craving a more spacious way to live, this conversation will feel like sitting down with two thoughtful friends who’ve been there.
👉 Watch now and join the conversation.