Man, it's like there are totally layers to anxiety, to the ways in which every thing in our lives can contribute or counter the other measures we take to combat the anxiety- when my life is very up-in-the-air and uncertain, its harder to even calm down enough to DO anything to combat the stress - a total irony! It's like "I'm too stressed and jumbled up to actually commit to meditating right now." It's hard to sometimes take action to soothe the one thing, while external factors contribute TO the anxiety. It's like putting on bandaids as someone is repeatedly stabbing you...
Bill saying "stop building negative narratives because then when it happens you just have to go through the thing twice" is so wise I always think it makes me more prepared but he's right! I'm just sad twice!
I struggle with this daily. This is the second time I've seen it put so clearly..Don't suffer twice. Being happy and upbeat aren't the norm for me and that's messed up. I try to remember all of the positive lessons, from so many people, and make my days better.
Bill is just a brilliant dude. Naturally hilarious and so talented. It’s so cool to see someone of his stature be so vulnerable with an audience. Huge respect ✊🏼
I can’t tell you how much I needed to hear this conversation. Bill’s work has always been something that gives me comfort in dark times. I learned so much watching this, but more importantly I feel a little less alone. Thank you!
Yes he is.😊❤There is a wonderful documentary called, "At The Video Store", made by local, Portland film maker, James Westby, that Bill appeared in, in true film geek form, and he's a joy to watch, as well as the whole movie. I highly recommend it. As one who shares these struggles that you and Bill talked about,( and a couple more😮), you are bringing much comfort and inspiration. Thanks🍃💜🍃💜🍃💜🍃
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, dr.sporesss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
“I still can’t get into the Grateful Dead” 🤣 same here Bill. I love Bill Hader so much. The fact that he shares all this is so helpful to those of us that have crippling anxiety. I can relate on so many levels. Thanks to you both.
19:58 Love that Bill points out how simply “adding in” positive activities like meditation is null if you’re continuing negative behavior like consuming 8-9 cups of coffee a day, especially as someone living with an anxiety disorder. This may be obvious, but it stood out to me. Thanks for a fascinating interview!
This made my year. I relate to this so much and it really helped me to hear Bill be so open and vulnerable about anxiety. Lord knows, it’s trying to keep all that anxiety locked up inside, that’s what really drives the hyper vigilant monkey into full on jailbreak mode. Been there since my first panic attack at 9 and didn’t know what was going on until I was in my late 30’s. Thanks for getting the word out…helps a lot of us nervous, overthinking types. “The hippies were right”. 😂❤❤❤
I'm such a fan of his, and - like a lot of other people are saying - it's comforting to know one is not alone, that lots of people deal w/ anxiety. such a great convo. 😊
Bill's point at 1:03:10 is really spot on. Even in family relationships for me recently, being able to admit and acknowledge my reaction, why I reacted even though its wrong, and what I'm truly trying to communicate really helps strengthen relationships and bonds. I've always been one to associate confrontation with negativity, and I think this new mindset is a lot healthier.
This was the first time I’ve watched this podcast and I agree, it was phenomenal. I’ve always loved Bill Hader’s honesty with his struggles with anxiety and really appreciated this deep dive. I learnt a lot and like others have said, Bill’s frankness about his experiences helps take some of the air out of my own issues. Thank you so much.
Anxiety attacks truly suck, and I'm sorry that Bill had to go through all that, but it is really cool to hear someone I greatly admire as an artist describe experiencing anxiety similar to my own. And, yeah; coffee, caffeinated tea, energy drinks, and even chocolate seems to exacerbate my anxiety issues.
@1:09:37 "let's stop doing that--let's stop writing the bad narratives" It's almost as if anxious people feel like they need to practice experiencing something traumatizing so they can be ready for it even on the chance it does happen. An amazing power of the imperialistic tendency of mind.
There is incredible beauty in imperfection! Bill has more of a self esteem and attachment issue. He is over concerned about what people will think of him. And yet he overcomes it so magically! True genius, but wounded. Aren't we all, but he made it into an incredible artistic outlet.
What a great conversation! My parents and I were all big Bill Hader fans from his days on SNL. I started watching Barry with both of my parents, and by the time the finale aired I had lost them both. My mental health journey has been absolutely all over the place (still is) but it's so validating to hear Bill saying these things that resonate so deeply with me, and to have his art to get lost in as well is the cherry on top. Also I loved seeing him in Beau is Afraid. Can't wait for him to direct his first feature!
I’m hearing this and I’m just in awe!! This really is me. I work with young children in public school and I’m going through this. Granted, I’ve always dealt with it on some level throughout my life but recently it’s starting to affect my job. So much more I could go into but he chaos in my mind, my drinking coffee, my physical AND mental health. Bill..thank you! So glad I got to hear your story.
Thanks for sharing your story Bill. It helps to know that successful people may have problems similar to ours even when the issues are not physically visible.
This is a great interview! So many people get excited when talking with Bill, and they start talking more than him because he is so relatable. This is so honest and so generous to share, I've always loved his work, but this is a whole new level of respect I have, and it resonates and puts so much into words thanks for making this happen!
“It is your masterpiece” Man that is SO true. I’ve never seen a show that mixed so many emotions so well. I’ve never been so invested in ANY fictional relationship like I was with Noho Hank and Cristobal Just a beautiful series with top notch writing, directing and acting 💯
This is brilliant! I just stumbled across this interview and only clicked on it because I think Bill is a genius who can see right through all the BS in society. I love how you made it a safe place for him to be vulnerable. I have so much respect for Bill as a human being and so much he said in this interview resonated with me. I am now a new fan of this Ten Percent Happier and I received a lot of valuable information from the 2 of you. Very grateful and sending all my love!
I don’t wish mental illness on anyone. 40:38 I can relate to being self-conscious to the point of panic. I suffer from an unhealthy amount of childhood shame. It is somewhat comforting to listen to Bill share. Thanks for sharing Bill, keep up with the work. You are inspiring others like me to not give up.
I can relate to what Bill is saying 100%. I've had anxiety and panic attacks for a few decades now, and I just finally got a diagnosis: Bipolar. It sucks, but at least I can put a name on it.
This conversation has helped me immensely. I identify with everything discussed and I'm so glad you have created an awareness of anxiety and how to deal with it.
Thank you so much for uploading! Podcast hosts always tease a clip but never share the full video. Bill is so special to me, he's such an amazing person, and has also been helpful to me in dealing with my anxiety. I loved listening, now excited to watch. PS, sorry to be that person, but typo in the title. 😆 Hader*
I was diagnosed with BPD and anxiety and panic disorder in my mid 20s. I still take a low dose of prozac, but what helped me the most was dialectical behavior therapy. So as soon as Bill mentioned mindfulness... i was like "he gets it" lol Loved this and I'm happy I discovered your channel.
Thank you for this.. just found it I’m a therapist and also have an anxiety disorder. New sub now I love Bill Hader this is uplifting to hear his experience
I love his acting and the details he shares about panic attack is so relatable and nice to hear out loud. sometimes its hard to just find the words to describe it to others. or others will not understand. espeicially when on the outside i look "normal" and "fine''. but its like a nightmare on the inside. thanks for this!
This is right on time for me. I recently started recognizing when my actions become influenced by anxiety, and just saying it was anxiety has been helpful. Somehow that just happened organically, but this talk reinforces it, and reminds me I'm not alone.
Oh man I relate to Bill's thing where he says he interacts with someone and sees they seem stressed or upset, internalizing that like "oh, I did that, I should fix that" - and then the person not responding right away via text or whatever - the feeling "I blew it, they hate me now"... man that's hard.
Thanks Dan, this show is new to me. Very good! Love Bill Hader..even more now! Grey Gardens parody..pd myself laughing I liked coffee, but made me anxious. It only took 2 weeks to get used to not drinking it. Mix decaf in and gradually add more, then ditch that too.
I know what you mean Bill about SAD and SAD!!! And how you have to keep redoing it and trying over and over. It’s not fun!!! But we have to try!!!! I feel u🥰🥹
I loved every bit of this podcast. I related in sooo many ways! We with anxiety just have to plunge forward and everything will be just fine. Thanks Dan and Bill!!!
LOVE this interview! And as someone who wrote a book about Narcissists, no, Bill is not a Narcissist. He needs to look into healing his Codependency, though. Can't wait to see what he does next! Thank you for this one. 💖
I just love this man oh so much!! He’s so genuine and genuine!! This is why he’s my HERO!! The calmer of my anxiety. Love you tons, my darling!! You’re so perfect!! 🥹💖
Listening to this was extremely validating and comforting. I just wanted to share, and this is something I'm sure Bill Hader may have already considered for what it's worth, but I used to drink energy drinks every day at work which amplified my anxiety but helped me focus. Then I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (with general anxiety and panic disorder which often go together). I like to push myself professionally and personally and found lifestyle changes (like ones you discussed) plus medication for my ADD helped a great deal. No more energy drinks needed and with the right medication I am functioning with noticeably less anxiety. Probably because I am able to rein in all the thoughts and focus on priorities, be better prepared and think on my feet. Thanks very much for sharing your experiences; I really empathize and it takes a lot of guts to keep putting yourselves out there given the internal battles you face. Take care.
I've always found it wonderful that our mind is not on a loud speaker. Also, I remember Bill's sketch in which he said he was drowning inside. What I remember is something was "wrong" and he was in trouble. I'm a huge Bill Hader fan, like many others, I can tell the difference between comedy and his well being.
Thank you, Bill Hader. I admire you and I appreciate you and this interview. It made me feel better about the increasing appearance of anxiety in my life as I age. Barry is a phenomenal work of art and your talent for impressions is so much better than Rich Little's. Thank you, Dan Harris. I will now subscribe to the podcast and download the app.
this was so good to watch through! such a good conversation, and i really appreciated hearing what u guys had to say. i agree with what bill said towards the end there, that exploring ur own experience in a creative or just interpersonal setting is so much easier and so much more fulfilling when u have the language to express it. then u can get introspective about it, or deeper into certain aspects u couldn't communicate before. very cool. thanks for this!
@10:04 (learned to take the narrative out of the thing). Cesar Milan says more than once in his Dog Whisperer series, "the only thing that's real is this moment. Everything else is a story you tell yourself." He might be an interesting person to interview (or look into, if he's more into this than known for). Personally, I always got the vibe he's very into mindfulness, presence. He frequently tells clients that dogs know when you're not here; asks what the person's feeling or thinking, "that's a story you're telling yourself." (He says that dozens of times over 9 seasons.). He had little retreat corners at his rehab center, with eastern-buddhist iconography. He always said "dogs live in the moment." We don't connect as well as we could because we're conescendingly including them in our life, sharing our past/future frustrations with them. Instead of just being with them the way they are (in the moment). He might be an interesting one to consider interviewing.
bill headers transparent honesty made me roar with laughter 😂 such a great conversation 'you know' what i mean 😂❤love you both ❤ prapancha all the way must watch Berry huh !
First time watching this podcast, so funny story: When Bill was talking about the live Assange panic attack, it reminded me of that news anchor having one on air. I was about to Google it, then the view switched back to Dan and I was like that Leo DiCaprio reaction meme realizing WAIT THAT'S THE GUY! 😂 Then obviously confirmed where shortly after he addresses it.
Exercise for me has been the thing that has an incredible impact on anxiety (which requires good sleep too I feel). I will go from a ball of nerves to a cool head over the course of a workout, or just a fast 20-30min run. I believe Bill mentioned before he has ADHD, as do I. I think exercise is crucial for those who struggle with that.
@@TenPercentHappier he certainly is. Genuine as they come. It also happens that he's my favorite SNL guy. Those dateline sketches cracked me up hard 😂 Also, thank you for your work. Just started listening to your podcast yesterday after watching this 🙂
Thank you, both of you, so much, for the work you have done on yourself. The high art of living described is a pov that speaks directly to the core of my life. The lessons described will help this soul have a richer experience in this life/death ride. Thank you both so much🫶
Oh man, I’m not sure how the algorithm knew I needed to hear this, but glad I did. I’m roughly the same agate as Bill and just starting therapy and exploring my options for treating my anxiety that’s been with me since my teen years. Listening to Bill talk was almost like listening to myself
Watching Bill on other interviews his ability to reflect and dive down beyond the humor has always connected with me. Hearing this interview I understand why. In ways we’ve walked a similar path. I either feel like in a conversation I’d have things to share that I’ve noticed as an idea for him or what he observed could be something to provide me with insight. It just shows, we are all on this rock spinning around and while we think we are unique or alone at times we are really all alike and not far from connection. Great interview!
Anxiety is all about the imagination and Bill has a wonderful capacity to imagine. Actors use their ability to feel things/emotions as their medium. It's a gift that keeps on giving. Getting some insight into their thought process and developing some distance makes it much more workable and you learn to use it to create a more balanced view. You can feel things without being overwhelmed by what arises. You don't want to lose your ability to imagine, especially as an artist, but harnessing it is so valuable!! His exploration of what his imagination is creating is gold. He's accepting and working with who he really is at a deeper level in a healthy way. To be honest and vulnerable enough to publicly share this is so therapeutic for all of us. Accepting our shared humanity makes all of us feel much more real! Feeling our emotions won't kill us but suppressing them can, at the very least, make life pretty unbearable. We're born to feel and be open to life.
Amazing how even a brilliant actor, writer-director Bill Hader has anxiety. He is so phenomenal, if Bill Hader, Ben Stiller, and Bradley Cooper made something that would be awesome.
Bill your a Great writer, comedian, and a beautiful human. Love your work! Stay healthy! My mantra is “ peaceful, content and confident”. It usually helps me get recentered to what I try to be. Weed helps me when all else fails 😊
i love this - someone successful and famous and likable being genuine talking openly about his neuroses - this really helps ppl - thanks, dude. (even tho he likes the dead 🙄🤦)
Only 2 mins in and I'm loving the energy of this podcast. But that's because I absolutely love, love, love dull, drab and mundane things. I gonna carry on watching while eating my noodles, no flavour sachet needed, and hope the energy doesn't pick up as it goes on.
We get so comfortable with "being" the same way we've always been, no matter how awful that is. Being anxious can become addictive itself in that if it's removed from me, I no longer know who I am or how to behave in specific moments. It's a tough gig, but the best work I've ever done, and continue to do. A teacher of Buddhism has said that her teacher referred to mindfulness as not forgetting what your doing, moment to moment. It isn't virtuous, it's a tool. Sniper's need mindfulness. Nuff said.
Let me say I LOVE Bill Hader. Can't decide whether I'm "wtf?" or "you go dude" about the fact that he clearly set his alarm to five-minutes-to-podcast, rolled out of bed and grabbed the microphone.
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Man, it's like there are totally layers to anxiety, to the ways in which every thing in our lives can contribute or counter the other measures we take to combat the anxiety- when my life is very up-in-the-air and uncertain, its harder to even calm down enough to DO anything to combat the stress - a total irony! It's like "I'm too stressed and jumbled up to actually commit to meditating right now." It's hard to sometimes take action to soothe the one thing, while external factors contribute TO the anxiety. It's like putting on bandaids as someone is repeatedly stabbing you...
Bill saying "stop building negative narratives because then when it happens you just have to go through the thing twice" is so wise I always think it makes me more prepared but he's right! I'm just sad twice!
Thanks for sharing!
I struggle with this daily. This is the second time I've seen it put so clearly..Don't suffer twice.
Being happy and upbeat aren't the norm for me and that's messed up. I try to remember all of the positive lessons, from so many people, and make my days better.
He's such a comforting presence. Makes you feel real and normal.
It's refreshing to see, right?! Thank you for sharing.
I so agree.
Bill is just a brilliant dude. Naturally hilarious and so talented. It’s so cool to see someone of his stature be so vulnerable with an audience. Huge respect ✊🏼
He's a gem!
I can’t tell you how much I needed to hear this conversation. Bill’s work has always been something that gives me comfort in dark times. I learned so much watching this, but more importantly I feel a little less alone. Thank you!
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Wonderful! Thanks for sharing.
Ditto
Ya know?
Such candidness. And you guys had too much fun! 😅 I love it!
Bill's raw intimacy is so uplifting. I'm watching a true, tender spirit willingly trusting in the honesty of his feelings.
He's the best!
Yes he is.😊❤There is a wonderful documentary called, "At The Video Store", made by local, Portland film maker, James Westby, that Bill appeared in, in true film geek form, and he's a joy to watch, as well as the whole movie. I highly recommend it. As one who shares these struggles that you and Bill talked about,( and a couple more😮), you are bringing much comfort and inspiration. Thanks🍃💜🍃💜🍃💜🍃
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, dr.sporesss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place.
Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac.
He's constantly talking about killing someone.
He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
Is he on instagram?
Yes he is. dr.sporesss
“I still can’t get into the Grateful Dead”
🤣 same here Bill.
I love Bill Hader so much. The fact that he shares all this is so helpful to those of us that have crippling anxiety. I can relate on so many levels. Thanks to you both.
We love him too! Thanks for watching!
In my hood in The Land That Time Forgot hood in Chicago has a GD cover band that plays all the fn time. Guh.
The laughter I’ve had from your brilliant comedy is medicine for my anxiety and depression. Thank you Bill.
He's the best!
Thanks Bill Hader for raising people's spirits through laughter.
He's a gem!
His laughter alone is a relief to anxiety and depression!!
19:58 Love that Bill points out how simply “adding in” positive activities like meditation is null if you’re continuing negative behavior like consuming 8-9 cups of coffee a day, especially as someone living with an anxiety disorder. This may be obvious, but it stood out to me. Thanks for a fascinating interview!
It was a great metaphor for us too! Thank you for sharing.
Not a metaphor, really. Thanks for posting this.@@TenPercentHappier
This is exactly why I became a yoga instructor. Mindfulness saved my life. Thanks for sharing!
This made my year. I relate to this so much and it really helped me to hear Bill be so open and vulnerable about anxiety. Lord knows, it’s trying to keep all that anxiety locked up inside, that’s what really drives the hyper vigilant monkey into full on jailbreak mode. Been there since my first panic attack at 9 and didn’t know what was going on until I was in my late 30’s. Thanks for getting the word out…helps a lot of us nervous, overthinking types. “The hippies were right”. 😂❤❤❤
Wow, what a compliment! Thanks so much for giving us that feedback and support.
I'm such a fan of his, and - like a lot of other people are saying - it's comforting to know one is not alone, that lots of people deal w/ anxiety. such a great convo. 😊
Thanks for the feedback!
Bill's point at 1:03:10 is really spot on. Even in family relationships for me recently, being able to admit and acknowledge my reaction, why I reacted even though its wrong, and what I'm truly trying to communicate really helps strengthen relationships and bonds. I've always been one to associate confrontation with negativity, and I think this new mindset is a lot healthier.
He's got quite the insight!
This was the first time I’ve watched this podcast and I agree, it was phenomenal. I’ve always loved Bill Hader’s honesty with his struggles with anxiety and really appreciated this deep dive. I learnt a lot and like others have said, Bill’s frankness about his experiences helps take some of the air out of my own issues. Thank you so much.
Welcome to the show! We're so grateful for the impact and your feedback.
"I'm just insanely bummed out twice". Ugh, felt that.
He speaks a lot of truth. Thanks for watching!
Anxiety attacks truly suck, and I'm sorry that Bill had to go through all that, but it is really cool to hear someone I greatly admire as an artist describe experiencing anxiety similar to my own. And, yeah; coffee, caffeinated tea, energy drinks, and even chocolate seems to exacerbate my anxiety issues.
Our stories help each other. Thanks for joining this conversation with Bill!
Bill's existence has had a huge impact on my mental well being and I'm very grateful for this episode. Cheers.
We feel the same way. Thanks for watching and sharing!
@1:09:37 "let's stop doing that--let's stop writing the bad narratives" It's almost as if anxious people feel like they need to practice experiencing something traumatizing so they can be ready for it even on the chance it does happen. An amazing power of the imperialistic tendency of mind.
Interesting thought!
There is incredible beauty in imperfection! Bill has more of a self esteem and attachment issue. He is over concerned about what people will think of him. And yet he overcomes it so magically! True genius, but wounded. Aren't we all, but he made it into an incredible artistic outlet.
We agree. He's a gem! We're all on a journey...
What a great conversation! My parents and I were all big Bill Hader fans from his days on SNL. I started watching Barry with both of my parents, and by the time the finale aired I had lost them both. My mental health journey has been absolutely all over the place (still is) but it's so validating to hear Bill saying these things that resonate so deeply with me, and to have his art to get lost in as well is the cherry on top.
Also I loved seeing him in Beau is Afraid. Can't wait for him to direct his first feature!
Same!
So sorry for your loss loony!💛
I’m hearing this and I’m just in awe!! This really is me. I work with young children in public school and I’m going through this. Granted, I’ve always dealt with it on some level throughout my life but recently it’s starting to affect my job. So much more I could go into but he chaos in my mind, my drinking coffee, my physical AND mental health. Bill..thank you! So glad I got to hear your story.
Wow, thank you for sharing your experience!
Thanks for sharing your story Bill. It helps to know that successful people may have problems similar to ours even when the issues are not physically visible.
Well said!
This is a great interview! So many people get excited when talking with Bill, and they start talking more than him because he is so relatable. This is so honest and so generous to share, I've always loved his work, but this is a whole new level of respect I have, and it resonates and puts so much into words thanks for making this happen!
Glad you enjoyed it!
“It is your masterpiece”
Man that is SO true. I’ve never seen a show that mixed so many emotions so well. I’ve never been so invested in ANY fictional relationship like I was with
Noho Hank and Cristobal
Just a beautiful series with top notch writing, directing and acting 💯
Well said!
This is brilliant! I just stumbled across this interview and only clicked on it because I think Bill is a genius who can see right through all the BS in society. I love how you made it a safe place for him to be vulnerable. I have so much respect for Bill as a human being and so much he said in this interview resonated with me. I am now a new fan of this Ten Percent Happier and I received a lot of valuable information from the 2 of you. Very grateful and sending all my love!
Wow, thank you for the compliment and for watching!
I don’t wish mental illness on anyone. 40:38 I can relate to being self-conscious to the point of panic. I suffer from an unhealthy amount of childhood shame. It is somewhat comforting to listen to Bill share. Thanks for sharing Bill, keep up with the work. You are inspiring others like me to not give up.
Thank YOU for sharing! He is remarkable to us as well.
I can relate to what Bill is saying 100%. I've had anxiety and panic attacks for a few decades now, and I just finally got a diagnosis: Bipolar. It sucks, but at least I can put a name on it.
This conversation has helped me immensely. I identify with everything discussed and I'm so glad you have created an awareness of anxiety and how to deal with it.
We're so glad!
Thank you so much for uploading! Podcast hosts always tease a clip but never share the full video. Bill is so special to me, he's such an amazing person, and has also been helpful to me in dealing with my anxiety. I loved listening, now excited to watch.
PS, sorry to be that person, but typo in the title. 😆 Hader*
….and here I thought I couldn’t love Bill Hader more ❤❤❤
Can we all just appreciate the fact that Dan either liked or replied to every single comment. And Bill rocks!
Bill does!
I was diagnosed with BPD and anxiety and panic disorder in my mid 20s. I still take a low dose of prozac, but what helped me the most was dialectical behavior therapy. So as soon as Bill mentioned mindfulness... i was like "he gets it" lol
Loved this and I'm happy I discovered your channel.
Thanks for sharing, we're so grateful to have you join us!
Thank you for this.. just found it I’m a therapist and also have an anxiety disorder. New sub now I love Bill Hader this is uplifting to hear his experience
What a compliment, welcome aboard!
Bill is a treasure and this look into the inner working of his thoughts is awesome. Incredible interview!
Thanks for watching!
Long-time fan, first-time commenter... Dan Harris, "10% Happier" is the everyman's quest. Thank you.
Wow, thank you for your patronage...we're grateful to have you join this journey we're all on together!
Thank you so much for sharing, it’s good to see Bill Hader!!!
Our pleasure!
This is a very important video...thank you Bill Hader for having the courage to talk about something that most people do suffer from.
We agree!
I love his acting and the details he shares about panic attack is so relatable and nice to hear out loud. sometimes its hard to just find the words to describe it to others. or others will not understand. espeicially when on the outside i look "normal" and "fine''. but its like a nightmare on the inside. thanks for this!
Thank you for sharing!
Barry is great. One of my favorites.
Same!
This is right on time for me. I recently started recognizing when my actions become influenced by anxiety, and just saying it was anxiety has been helpful. Somehow that just happened organically, but this talk reinforces it, and reminds me I'm not alone.
Thank you!
Thank you for sharing!
I love Bill Hader - thanks for having him on!!!
Thanks for listening!
Love you Bill! Barry is my favorite show ever, like ever. Not joking. It is that good.
Same! Thanks for watching!
Oh man I relate to Bill's thing where he says he interacts with someone and sees they seem stressed or upset, internalizing that like "oh, I did that, I should fix that" - and then the person not responding right away via text or whatever - the feeling "I blew it, they hate me now"... man that's hard.
Thanks for sharing!
Barry is amazing!! I'm so glad I found this episode!
We're so glad!
Glorious. Loved the deep dive into one of my favorite minds. Makes me feel better knowing Hader is out there, laughing and working on stuff. 💚
It helps to know we all have stuff to work on! Thank you for watching and sharing.
Fantastic interview love Bill he is so genuine and relatable (and a fantastic filmmaker)
Thanks Dan, this show is new to me. Very good! Love Bill Hader..even more now! Grey Gardens parody..pd myself laughing
I liked coffee, but made me anxious. It only took 2 weeks to get used to not drinking it. Mix decaf in and gradually add more, then ditch that too.
Glad you enjoyed it
I know what you mean Bill about SAD and SAD!!! And how you have to keep redoing it and trying over and over. It’s not fun!!! But we have to try!!!! I feel u🥰🥹
I loved every bit of this podcast. I related in sooo many ways! We with anxiety just have to plunge forward and everything will be just fine. Thanks Dan and Bill!!!
Thank you for sharing!
We love you, Bill! There are a lot of good tips here for anyone else who has felt this way.
We love him too! Thanks for the feedback.
LOVE this interview! And as someone who wrote a book about Narcissists, no, Bill is not a Narcissist. He needs to look into healing his Codependency, though. Can't wait to see what he does next! Thank you for this one. 💖
We can't wait either, he's a gem. Thank YOU for watching!
I just love this man oh so much!! He’s so genuine and genuine!! This is why he’s my HERO!! The calmer of my anxiety. Love you tons, my darling!! You’re so perfect!! 🥹💖
I remember that sketch, I never would’ve known. Appreciate both of you sharing👊🏿
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Listening to this was extremely validating and comforting. I just wanted to share, and this is something I'm sure Bill Hader may have already considered for what it's worth, but I used to drink energy drinks every day at work which amplified my anxiety but helped me focus. Then I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (with general anxiety and panic disorder which often go together). I like to push myself professionally and personally and found lifestyle changes (like ones you discussed) plus medication for my ADD helped a great deal. No more energy drinks needed and with the right medication I am functioning with noticeably less anxiety. Probably because I am able to rein in all the thoughts and focus on priorities, be better prepared and think on my feet. Thanks very much for sharing your experiences; I really empathize and it takes a lot of guts to keep putting yourselves out there given the internal battles you face. Take care.
Thank you for sharing your personal story!
Anticipatory anxiety, hadn't heard that, but I 100% get it. ☠️
Really interesting that someone famous and accomplished like Bill still struggles with the same things the rest of us shlubs do. Thanks for this!
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I've always found it wonderful that our mind is not on a loud speaker.
Also, I remember Bill's sketch in which he said he was drowning inside. What I remember is something was "wrong" and he was in trouble. I'm a huge Bill Hader fan, like many others, I can tell the difference between comedy and his well being.
As a fellow Panic/ Aniexty sufferer Thanks foe being so Honest i can relate to alot of this ....
He's a gem!
Bill Hader is a treasure 💎💎💎
We agree!
Bill hader you are amazing and has preformed for us all, to the maximums of great artists, thank you for always committing to the bit.
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Thank you, Bill Hader. I admire you and I appreciate you and this interview. It made me feel better about the increasing appearance of anxiety in my life as I age. Barry is a phenomenal work of art and your talent for impressions is so much better than Rich Little's. Thank you, Dan Harris. I will now subscribe to the podcast and download the app.
Bill is a gem. Welcome aboard!
this was so good to watch through! such a good conversation, and i really appreciated hearing what u guys had to say. i agree with what bill said towards the end there, that exploring ur own experience in a creative or just interpersonal setting is so much easier and so much more fulfilling when u have the language to express it. then u can get introspective about it, or deeper into certain aspects u couldn't communicate before. very cool. thanks for this!
Thanks for your personal insight!
Bill Hader is the best
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@10:04 (learned to take the narrative out of the thing). Cesar Milan says more than once in his Dog Whisperer series, "the only thing that's real is this moment. Everything else is a story you tell yourself."
He might be an interesting person to interview (or look into, if he's more into this than known for). Personally, I always got the vibe he's very into mindfulness, presence. He frequently tells clients that dogs know when you're not here; asks what the person's feeling or thinking, "that's a story you're telling yourself." (He says that dozens of times over 9 seasons.). He had little retreat corners at his rehab center, with eastern-buddhist iconography. He always said "dogs live in the moment." We don't connect as well as we could because we're conescendingly including them in our life, sharing our past/future frustrations with them. Instead of just being with them the way they are (in the moment). He might be an interesting one to consider interviewing.
Interesting thought, we'll pass it on to the team. Thanks for sharing!
I'm binge watching Barry and I love it!
Same here!
I relate so much to how Bill feels about his anxiety
It's refreshing, right?!
bill headers transparent honesty made me roar with laughter 😂 such a great conversation 'you know' what i mean 😂❤love you both ❤ prapancha all the way must watch Berry huh !
Yes and yes and thank you for watching!
First time watching this podcast, so funny story: When Bill was talking about the live Assange panic attack, it reminded me of that news anchor having one on air. I was about to Google it, then the view switched back to Dan and I was like that Leo DiCaprio reaction meme realizing WAIT THAT'S THE GUY! 😂 Then obviously confirmed where shortly after he addresses it.
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Amazing listen. Thank you!
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Exercise for me has been the thing that has an incredible impact on anxiety (which requires good sleep too I feel). I will go from a ball of nerves to a cool head over the course of a workout, or just a fast 20-30min run.
I believe Bill mentioned before he has ADHD, as do I. I think exercise is crucial for those who struggle with that.
Thanks for sharing your story! Bill is a gem.
@@TenPercentHappier he certainly is. Genuine as they come.
It also happens that he's my favorite SNL guy. Those dateline sketches cracked me up hard 😂
Also, thank you for your work. Just started listening to your podcast yesterday after watching this 🙂
Loved this. Needed to hear it. I don’t feel so alone anymore.
Wow, thanks for sharing.
I really got a lot from this and I enjoyed the laughter and humour just as much. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Love everything about Ten Percent Happier @@TenPercentHappier
Great interview!
Thank you, both of you, so much, for the work you have done on yourself. The high art of living described is a pov that speaks directly to the core of my life. The lessons described will help this soul have a richer experience in this life/death ride. Thank you both so much🫶
Well said!
Oh man, I’m not sure how the algorithm knew I needed to hear this, but glad I did. I’m roughly the same agate as Bill and just starting therapy and exploring my options for treating my anxiety that’s been with me since my teen years. Listening to Bill talk was almost like listening to myself
Wow, thank you for sharing your story! His message is one of hope!
Watching Bill on other interviews his ability to reflect and dive down beyond the humor has always connected with me.
Hearing this interview I understand why. In ways we’ve walked a similar path. I either feel like in a conversation I’d have things to share that I’ve noticed as an idea for him or what he observed could be something to provide me with insight.
It just shows, we are all on this rock spinning around and while we think we are unique or alone at times we are really all alike and not far from connection.
Great interview!
Thanks for watching and sharing your insight!
Anxiety is all about the imagination and Bill has a wonderful capacity to imagine. Actors use their ability to feel things/emotions as their medium. It's a gift that keeps on giving. Getting some insight into their thought process and developing some distance makes it much more workable and you learn to use it to create a more balanced view. You can feel things without being overwhelmed by what arises. You don't want to lose your ability to imagine, especially as an artist, but harnessing it is so valuable!! His exploration of what his imagination is creating is gold. He's accepting and working with who he really is at a deeper level in a healthy way. To be honest and vulnerable enough to publicly share this is so therapeutic for all of us. Accepting our shared humanity makes all of us feel much more real! Feeling our emotions won't kill us but suppressing them can, at the very least, make life pretty unbearable. We're born to feel and be open to life.
Thanks for sharing!
Masterpiece so far!! I don't think hes done, I hope hes not done, I adore Bill Hader lol
We agree!
Amazing how even a brilliant actor, writer-director Bill Hader has anxiety. He is so phenomenal, if Bill Hader, Ben Stiller, and Bradley Cooper made something that would be awesome.
We agree!
Bill your a Great writer, comedian, and a beautiful human. Love your work! Stay healthy! My mantra is “ peaceful, content and confident”. It usually helps me get recentered to what I try to be. Weed helps me when all else fails 😊
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Awe, I love this guy and relate so much. Such talent too.
Thank you for sharing!
The f*%ked up in me honors the f*&ked up in you. Thank you SO much for this!
Thank YOU!
Glad I found this. Big fan of Bill and just blown away by all this. I thought I was the only one who thinks like that.
His story HAS been so powerful to so many!
Man, this really spoke to me. Thankyou so much
Glad it helped!
i love this - someone successful and famous and likable being genuine talking openly about his neuroses - this really helps ppl - thanks, dude.
(even tho he likes the dead 🙄🤦)
He's quite the human...thank you for joining!
Only 2 mins in and I'm loving the energy of this podcast. But that's because I absolutely love, love, love dull, drab and mundane things. I gonna carry on watching while eating my noodles, no flavour sachet needed, and hope the energy doesn't pick up as it goes on.
Some thing about bill in a zoom call is automatically fun ❤
We love you.
We get so comfortable with "being" the same way we've always been, no matter how awful that is.
Being anxious can become addictive itself in that if it's removed from me, I no longer know who I am or how to behave in specific moments.
It's a tough gig, but the best work I've ever done, and continue to do.
A teacher of Buddhism has said that her teacher referred to mindfulness as not forgetting what your doing, moment to moment. It isn't virtuous, it's a tool.
Sniper's need mindfulness.
Nuff said.
Great testimony!
Edie and Little Edie was so great tell us about that!! hilarious
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I love bill. You know
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Let me say I LOVE Bill Hader. Can't decide whether I'm "wtf?" or "you go dude" about the fact that he clearly set his alarm to five-minutes-to-podcast, rolled out of bed and grabbed the microphone.
LOL - we love him too!
Thanks for this, I’ve been thinking about Bill lately
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Ty for sharing.
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What a beautiful human.
Same thought here!
16:37 woah me exactly lmfao i had to realize that too
I love Bill!!! So excited to listen to this
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Thank you 🙏
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