RfRx - Decisions of Life and Death, featuring David Teachout

Religion is not just a system of belief, but a way of organizing the decisions concerning life and death. This week on RfRx, let’s reflect on principles of humanism as we look at the practical decisions to make for the end of life. We’ll consider the nature of rituals, funeral decisions, and what is left behind.
David Teachout is a mental health therapist and photographer, focused on and teaching how creativity intersects with mental flexibility. David grew up as a Christian fundamentalist, attending a bible college and received a bachelor’s in theology and psychology.
During his studies there, David de-converted and has been on a journey of appreciating humanity and all the stories we create to build meaning and purpose. He has a master’s in both forensic psychology and counseling psychology and is currently focused on studying philosophy and ethics.
Hosted by Kara Griffin, RfR Online Programming Director, and Helen Green, RfR Ambassador
Recorded on June 3, 2024
Resource List:
“Breaking the Spell” by Daniel Dennett - www.goodreads....
“Being You” by Anil Seth - / being-you
“Problem of the Soul” by Owen Flanagan
“The Denial of Death” by Ernest Becker - www.goodreads....
“The Identity Trap” by Yascha Mounk
“Morality” by Jonathan Sachs
Morality for Humans by Mark Johnson- www.goodreads....
RfR Resources on Death: www.recovering...
RfRx - Being a Buddhist Atheist with David Teachout - • RfRx - Being a Buddhis...
Identity Affirming Deathcare Directives and Resources: iaddresource.org/
Guest Links:
www.lifeweavin...
www.humanitysv...
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