PNTV: Constructive Living by David K. Reynolds (#68)

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In this PN TV episode, we'll take a quick look at a (great!) book that merges psychotherapy with Zen Buddhism--"Constructive Living" by David K. Reynolds. Good stuff I hope you enjoy!

[@interestedparty3872]

This is an excellent book - I am working with young girls and I believe it is the best theory to help them through the angst that is the driving force of 'teenagerhood'. I hope to get them to watch your video. Thanks for your help.

[@HeroicBrian]

Interested Party YES! Constructive Living is such an excellent book and that's inspiring you are introducing young girls to this wisdom!

[@tishaskew602]

Great stuff! Thanks, Brian!

[@HeroicBrian]

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[@Rajdreamer]

Inspiring, concise, and positive summary!!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@HeroicBrian]

Rajdreamer Thank you! :)

[@OliviaToal]

Very nice explanations - I use this book with children in a detention facility!
Thanks :-)

[@murtlemcturtle]

Great talk. I attended a course run by David Reynolds and Greg Creech at Tauhara Retreat Centre Taupo NZ. Both excellent presenter s.

[@HeroicBrian]

Thanks!
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[@summondadrummin]

Can you imagine what~needs to be done~ in Japan today despite the feelings of overwhelm! Thanks for your talk.

[@i-am-abraham]

Wow Brian, seeing you slouch in your chair to demonstrate "Doing Depression" was soooo powerful. After many grateful years watching you, the contrast between seeing you using depressed physiology and your normal upright, empowered self really highlighted this point, and made me immediately check my own physiology. Thank you! :))))

[@HeroicBrian]

Awesome comment Abraham!
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[@larrygilbert4449]

Mnkm

[@skydiver5081]

You can regulate your emotions by behaviour and thinking. Controlling them or the thinking for that matter is impossible but self-regulation and -guidance is key to self-care. You'll find more on this in CBT.

[@HeroicBrian]

Thanks Sky diver!
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[@shelleycharlesworth5177]

Thanks-great summary. I love that book.

[@HeroicBrian]

Thank you Shelley!!
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[@seraphin13fr]

so happy I found your channel through searching a video about this book (which I am reading at the moment)
I am starting to watch your other videos, looking forward to it given the subjects :)

[@HeroicBrian]

@summondadrummin I know. Sending lots of love their way!!!

[@christoverre]

Actually, not only is Dr. Reynolds not a "psychotherapist" but he'd probably really like you to avoid using that term in the context of Constructive Living. This is very well explained in his book "A Handbook for Constructive Living".
While CL arose as a blend of some essences of "Morita Therapy" and "Naikan", it is neither "psychotherapy" nor "zen buddhism". Dr. Reynolds refers to it as a "Lifeway".

[@HeroicBrian]

@OliviaToal Really? That is so cool, Olivia!!!

[@rory8585]

I procrastinate writing my memoir by doing gazillions of meaningless house work. I also have to pay the rent. These chores keep me from doing my spiritual work, the kind of work that gives my life meaning. I'm excited this morning about the feeling of autonomy you get when you actualize your dreams. The kind of work we do is important. We may have respectable jobs, but that isn't necessarily the requirement to fulfilment. I'm recognizing the difference. Even Tom Brady said, "There's more to life than football." He was searching for his spiritual work a few years ago.... I wonder if he found it.

[@HeroicBrian]

"I'm excited this morning about the feeling of autonomy you get when you actualize your dreams."
Yes!!! Love that feeling.
Keep optimizing!! Thanks for the note Shelby!
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[@Jane_under_a_tree_with_a_book]

Do you know how to get a audiobook or podcast of David K. Reynolds? The only way I know is to join audiobooks.com - and I don't want to join them. I can buy the book from bookdepository.com, but they don't stock the audio. Any ideas?

[@TaunellE]

Ok, I'm interested..

[@K.P.777]

was it 5 years ago?!? You still look the same, if not better than years ago :-)

[@mathtexas968]

wow :)

[@HeroicBrian]

+Daniela magnone :)

[@hellas214]

I don't want everyone to know this information

[@HeroicBrian]

It's a great book! Worth a read :)
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[@hellas214]

0 downvotes?? I just had to downvote

[@HeroicBrian]

C'mon Constantine! Share the 💙 with a 👍
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