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The Practice of Not Reacting

The secret to a stress-free life

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The Practice of Not Reacting

By: Ryushun Kusanagi, Haydn Trowell - translator
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Don’t let negative emotions rule your life; learn the skills to take back control

Thousands of people have already used the tools in this much-loved Japanese bestseller to change their lives for the better, now we all can apply the simple principles to find peace and happiness – no matter what.

In this life-changing book, Ryushun Kusanagi, Tokyo’s most famous monk, draws on his deep wisdom to teach us the art of non-reaction. By developing the skills to let life’s challenges wash over us, we can avoid distraction and take our lives in the direction we want to go.

Never before have these principles been more relevant – whether you worry too much about what people think, struggle to stay calm when life throws you a curve-ball or feel low when something doesn’t work out, this book will be your guide to bullet-proof calm and confidence, and achieving your goals.

© Ryushun Kusanagi 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026

Buddhism Personal Development Spirituality Stress Management
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