Joseph Goldstein
Mentioned in 20 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows
A prominent meditation teacher and Buddhist scholar who serves as Dan Harris's primary dharma instructor and is part of the lineage Harris credits for his understanding of Buddhist practice. Goldstein is frequently cited across mindfulness and wellness podcasts for his teachings on Buddhist Pali concepts, meditation techniques, and practical applications of dharma—including discussions of sampapalapa (useless speech), walking meditation, and gratitude practices. He is also a 10% Happier contributor and was an early teacher at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 10, 2026
What To Do When Life Won't Let Up | Sebene Selassie and Jeff Warren
“Referenced for willing suspension of disbelief framework and mantras for managing difficult emotions”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 8, 2026
This Episode Will Calm Your Nervous System | Prentis Hemphill
“Referenced by Dan for concept of 'toppling forward state' in meditation and mindfulness practice”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Apr 1, 2026
Modern Life Is Designed to Leave You Empty. Here's the Antidote. | Arthur Brooks
“Dan Harris's meditation teacher; quoted on training the heart and not wasting suffering”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 25, 2026
A Toolkit for a Noisy Mind: How John Green Manages Anxiety, Depression, and Intrusive Thoughts
“Dan Harris's longtime Buddhist teacher; referenced for meditation practice on thought insubstantiality”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 18, 2026
Buddhist Monks On: Letting Go of Shame, The Opposite of Depression, and Dealing With Criticism | Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho
“Buddhist teacher and meditation expert referenced for communication frameworks and equanimity teachings.”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 16, 2026
The Science of Emotion Regulation: Strategies for When You're Anxious, Angry, or Comparing Yourself To Other | Marc Brackett, Ph.D
“Longtime meditation teacher; quoted for pithy phrase 'it's okay' regarding acceptance of current emotional experience”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 11, 2026
Five Ways to be Less Distracted | Shaila Catherine
“Meditation teacher cited for his 'dead end sign' technique for managing recurring unwanted thoughts during retreat”
Good Life Project · Mar 5, 2026
Michael Pollan: Wake Up & Reclaim Your Attention
“Meditation teacher who taught Pollan walking meditation and presence practice”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Mar 4, 2026
The Funniest Conversation You'll Ever Hear About Achieving Inner Peace | Pete Holmes
“Meditation teacher and friend of Dan Harris; represents progressive meditation approach in pathless path debate”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 27, 2026
A Four-Word Buddhist Teaching for Instant Calm and (Just Maybe) Lasting Peace | Bart van Melik
“Mutual teacher of Dan and Bart who discusses sampapalapa (useless speech) in Buddhist Pali teachings”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 25, 2026
Michael Pollan On: Reducing Rumination, Reclaiming Your Attention From the Machines, and MDMA-Assisted Therapy
“Meditation teacher quoted on passive voice reframing of thoughts and walking meditation practice”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 23, 2026
How To Handle the Feeling of Never-Enough, Quiet the Comparing Mind, and Reduce Financial Anxiety | Morgan Housel
“Meditation teacher and 10% Happier contributor; shared story about gratitude for hot water from tap”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 22, 2026
How To Increase Performance By Working At Your Edge -- Plus A Quick Hack For When Panic or Anxiety Swells
“Harris's primary meditation teacher and Buddhist scholar; part of lineage Harris credits for his understanding of dharma”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 18, 2026
A Buddhist Antidote To Fear And Anxiety | Devin Berry
“Buddhist teacher and close friend of Dan Harris; referenced for equanimity teachings and pith instructions”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 15, 2026
How To Handle Constant Exhaustion (Without Blaming Yourself) | Jay Michaelson
“Meditation teacher whose book 'The Practice of Freedom' is referenced regarding choice and freedom in practice”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 13, 2026
How To Work With Insomnia, Pain, and Your Mom's Voice in Your Head | Jeff Warren
“Referenced meditation teacher whose techniques on feeling tone and creative blocks are discussed and recommended by Dan Harris”
Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson · Feb 9, 2026
Reducing Reactivity (Without Becoming a Doormat) with Sharon Salzberg
“Early meditation teacher; pictured with Sharon Salzberg at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in historical photograph from 1970s”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 8, 2026
This Quick Practice Will Make You Feel Lighter | Jay Michaelson
“Meditation teacher featured on 10% Happier app alongside other instructors”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 4, 2026
Three Buddhist Practices For Getting Your Sh*t Together | Vinny Ferraro
“Buddhist teacher with 50+ years of meditation practice; referenced as exemplar of fruit-bearing practice and noting technique”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Jan 30, 2026
George Saunders On: Getting Un-Stuck, Calming the Inner Critic, and Building Empathy Without Becoming a Chump
“Meditation teacher whose work influenced Dan Harris's communication and listening approach”