Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne is joined by Kristen Dahlgren, a celebrated breast cancer survivor, Founder of the Cancer Vaccine Coalition, and well-known correspondent from NBC Nightly News and the Today Show. Together, they unpack an article by Harvard professor Arthur Brooks focusing on three transformative morning habits rooted in ancient wisdom that aim to boost happiness. Saranne and Kristen discuss the practicality of awakening before sunrise, engaging in rigorous pre-dawn workouts, and nurturing the soul through various means like meditation and journaling, examining their potential impact on daily happiness.

Kristen Dahlgren spent decades reporting for NBC Nightly News and the Today Show. After her journey with breast cancer, Kristen redirected her career toward accelerating advancements in cancer vaccines, becoming a significant figure in the Cancer Vaccine Coalition. Her relentless spirit and dedication to oncology research have made her a prominent advocate in the fight against breast cancer.

"Self-discipline is when your conscience tells you to do something, and you don't talk back." – Arthur Brooks

Today on Beating Cancer Daily:

·     Awakening before sunrise is linked to ancient and neuroscientific principles enhancing happiness.

·     Engaging in rigorous exercise before dawn can elevate mood and improve overall vitality.

·     Aligning sleep schedules for early rising requires good sleep hygiene and discipline.

·     Meditation, journaling, or other introspective activities foster inner peace and well-being.

·     Incremental adjustments, like waking up 15 minutes before sunrise, can foster sustainable habits.

·     Pairing new habits with enjoyable activities increases the likelihood of maintaining them long-term.

·     The objective is to enhance overall happiness, recognizing that moments of unhappiness will still occur.

·     Building resilience through these habits provides tools to navigate and mitigate stress and anxiety.

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