"There's Nothing Wrong With Us" - Jason Reynolds Says Normalizing Anxiety Is A Way To Beat It
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- čas přidán 2. 12. 2021
- New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds makes his first visit to The Late Show for a fascinating discussion of the novels he writes for children, and he shares how he has dealt with a lifetime of anxiety. His latest novel, "Stuntboy, in the Meantime," is available everywhere now. #Colbert #Stuntboy #JasonReynolds
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I went to high school with Jason & I can say he’s 100% been like this since then. Dropping mind blowing wise anecdotes like it was nothing. Glad to see him on this stage
What he says is profound. I’m speechless.
I can’t imagine growing up knowing him. Dropping knowledge in every day conversations.
Have a great holiday season. Blessed be.
Wow that’s cool
It's pretty awesome to see people you came up with succeed like this.
It's always nice hearing positive stories from a person's past.
Tastes can change, views might be altered, but integrity and decency are life long journeys.
Wow, cool!
This man is the best guest I’ve seen on a talk show in years. He is a great ambassador for literature and children. Simply wonderful.
Agreed?
Feel the same. Every word he said matters, and questions were not all on the same subject. Wonderful
Totally agree. Also, Colbert interviewed well. But this guy is also a GREAT interview-ee.
EVERY. SINGLE. WORD. #MICDROP
This man is talking about what is maybe the single most human trait we all have (or should have): compassion.
You're right... _should._ 🤗
Absolutely. Empathy. It’s what truly makes the difference between humanity’s continued thriving existence and our total extinction.
This guy wins life. I don't recall seeing this level of passion for our first duty, children, ever. Wow.
Mr Rogers had it.
Our first duty?
Mr Reynolds is so warm and wise; his thoughtful view of the world and children especially, almost brought me to tears. All his accolades are well deserved. I am so glad I have learned of him. Excellent interview!
And his books are amazing! Read them!
My youngest daughter says much the same about her anxiety... it's not her problem that she sees more of the big picture than the rest of us do... it's our problem that we can't be bothered to look further than our own noses, because we don't want to look any further, lest we become anxious ourselves. Brave little cuss, she is.
Eh, I disagree. I feel like I look at the big picture but it doesn't make me stressed or nervous or anxious. That's one reaction but not everyone feels like that
Stephen please continue to give people like him a platform to speak on. This message needs to be heard and scene by everyone.
I could listen to him talk all day
Yes .please .give me more of this man's opinions
Listen to the audiobook version of Stamped. I'm not religious but I felt like I was listening to the most amazing preacher.
I love the fact that Mr. Reynolds looks at 'kids' as human beings that have something to contribute to the world in which they live. When I was a kid my Dad & his generation believed that "little kids should be seen & not heard". Meanwhile, it was me, the baby of the family, who every other family member came to with their unsolvable troubles.
Oh yeah. I feel you on that one. I was the rock for everyone in my family. They have all gone to do something great with there lives, and I am here with very little. I am so happy that they are doing well, but it kinda sucks to look back.
Ugh, “kids are meant to be seen and not heard” - one of many idioms that I’d like to see thrown on the ash heap. I love having conversations with my kid; it’s a big part of encouraging his interests, dealing with problems, and teaching him how to engage with others. We underestimate children and THEY would be better off if we respected the potential they have within them.
Yes. Children are tiny humans. They're to be nurtured.
@@greg-op2jh Being the rock is great. Ask me how I know. Actually you shouldn't have to, you've been there.
It doesn't guarantee anything in your life. Because there is no guarantee, good, bad indifferent. Life comes at you how life is going to come at you. I walked away after being hit head on by a truck, and BTW I was not in a vehicle. I've been broke, I've been good, my family is all gone, but I'm still here, still wake up in the morning, still like life. It isn't always good, it isn't always bad, but I still get to experience it, to try better the next day. That won't happen for ever, and that day is getting closer, but it isn't here yet, so I'm still going to be here to see more, feel more, enjoy more and yes, feel pain again. Life is life. Enjoy.
I grew up with that idiom too. Really messed up thinking on the parents part.
This could be the best of all your interviews.
This guy, Jason Reynolds, is just wonderful!
Wow, just what I was thinking! I totally second your sentiment.
AND he likes Porsches!
haha
fantastic storyteller, you can not help but be drawn to the screen, and his personality is truly human
Ditto that. One of the best and most profoundly decent interviews I've seen. 😍
I love the way he's not embarrassed admitting medication therapy and talking about anxiety it's so important to see and hear that
“…A moment of humility to listen a little more.” How exceptional!
I claim to buy all of Jason's books for my granddaughter but the truth is, I read them first. They are all excellent! And now I've stopped faking it and I buy two copies so she has one at home and one at Grammy's house. 😁📖
You ROCK!!
Yes, you totally rock, Grammy! 💚
I said something so similar about MY granddaughter above. Ghost is on my coffee table right now. I love his mind and feelings for his audience. I just want to sit across from him and ask him some urgent questions, and probe his brilliant mind. He is setting so many things in the world straight right now. But what a big job he has ahead of him. I love the Two Book System...
I am 40 years old, have no kids, and I like a good children's book (especially if well illustrated) and some YA fiction.
This is beautiful!!!
His last message made me tear up because more than ANYTHING, I want my son to be better than me and I can't imagine robbing him of any tools or knowledge that would help him achieve.
I'm a psychologist and people coming to therapy to learn how to deal with their anxiety is by far my most common complaint. I spend a lot of time normalizing anxiety and teaching relaxation strategies to stop it from boiling over. Short of a diagnosed panic disorder, most anxiety is very normal and seems to go awry when people start being anxious about their anxiety.
I admire his statement about children - shine a light on them - we know you are here and people care about you. Hearing those words motivates me to read his books.
I hope for everyone's sake, we get to hear from him again.
Anxiety beats numbness. Anxiety means you still care.
Why are those the only two options? Anxiety can be a necessary tool for all humans, it gives us a sense of urgency in a time of need, clearly developed to keep us alive during our development...but anxiety created through "artificial stressors", stresses that are unnecessary to the survival of a human being.
You can't tell your kids that excessive anxiety (and for a kid to feel anxiety, it's usually excessive) is something normal for a child. Anxiety causes stress, and stress can do some horrible things to the physical development and emotional development of a child.
You think people are crazy now, wait until you see a generation where every adults was anxious child, who had been told it's normal.
@@jabbafo From my point of view, it has been normalized. I have a feeling it's a means of corporate control over workers. 🙄
I'm living with chronic depression. I'm an avid reader. I'm the mom of an even more avid reader. This interview... swoooooooon! Thank youJason Reynolds!
me too.........hang in there, sister!
sending you strenght from down here in south america!
saluud°!
Here’s sending you good thoughts and vibes. Enjoy the reading whether alone or with your child! (Or sharing those books, depending on how old your kid is.) 👍
have you read osho?
Chronic depression & also dysthymic so lots of e-hugs from the desert
Wow! I had completely given up on humans, but hearing Jason & Stephen gave me a little bit of hope.
The nervous laughs from the audience when he said “medication”. This is why we need people to speak openly about it more often. Bravo 👏🏻
I heard applause too, which was pretty positive, I thought.
i immediately burst into tears when he gave that answer. this interview was one of the most beautiful moments in television history.
He didn't get a standing ovation by being famous. He earned it with his words.
My mother was a librarian. We went to the library every Saturday to read, play board games, do plays and last but not least read. Memories I gave to my children as well 💟
Same here. I cried during the scene in "You've Got Mail" when the kids were on the floor while Meg Ryan was reading to them. That is a memory from my childhood. Going to the library in my PJs with my favorite blanket & stuffy, & listening to the Librarian reading a book. Then I would check out as many books as I could read in 2 weeks- when they were due back. During nap time, at home, Mom would lay in her bed while I read, out loud, to her from my Weekly Reader Magazine. When I could hear her light snoring, I would read to myself.
What a wonderful human being. We need so many more of these brave souls.
Such a refreshing interview! Jason is a brilliant mind and writer but more importantly he’s a carrier of light and humanity. An absolutely beautiful soul!
Well said
@@galedribble9535 exactly what I was thinking
That dude has swag like no other
Yup
The main guy from the band is punching the air rn. This Afrikaans is a threat to his job. All he needs to do is learn to play the flute
When I was little I never got acknowledged for my ideas and it felt like I didn't exist so I'm glad he said that
I have never commented on a video before but after watching this I felt compelled to (first learn how to, and then to) comment on this. Jason Reynolds is so articulate and so on-point with his philosophy and comments. He is not only a spectacular advocate for African American humans, but for human kind in general. This man needs his own pulpit or at least his own television show STAT!!!!
I love this. I have anxiety and I could recognize the signs in this man. The fact that he was so eloquent, intelligent and clear in his delivery made me feel hopeful for myself
Same
I have general anxiety disorder. The meds and talk therapy take the edge off, then you learn coping skills. I'm thrilled that he said meds and therapy. No shame in the healing game!
WOW. I just went from not knowing who Jason Reynolds is to LOVING Jason Reynolds!
Seriously. I read children's and young adults books because so many do have great messages. I need to read ALL of his! His words on anxiety, empathy; compassion REALLY resonate.
I feel less alone, I feel encouraged.
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I also went from not knowing who Jason Reynolds is to LOVING Jason Reynolds. And I shall read his books. 💚
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@@pattilundgren7627 Enjoy! They're all amazing! I could read some of them 100X and still get something new out if them when I reread! As a teacher librarian, I've seen the power of his books in kids' hands!
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SWEET!
You get to see that unique magic!
this dude needs a podcast
YES!
This was a fabulous interview. I really appreciate Jason's views on sensitivity and anxiety and reframing them as indicators that we our very connected to empathy and compassion. ♥️
Never get tired of hearing from Jason Reynolds. I count myself so lucky to have seen him speak at the ALA conference several years ago. As a librarian in a black neighborhood with low readership, his words keep me optimistic and motivated.
I am over 50 and I still remember my librarians all the way back to elementary and they remember me! I was always looking for recommendations.
Love Stephen, but this was one of the most interesting interviews I’ve seen and it had nothing to do with Colbert. Thank you Jason, this was beautiful
I had the same reaction. 💚
When he says "I want to bear witness to their lives." I swear I thought I heard him holding back tears. Like he feels this deep into his soul. Now I'm interested in his books.
I had no idea who this person was 5 minutes ago and now I idolize and envy this man for the amount of intrinsic compassion he has.
What a wonderful human! Anxiety can be compassion - yes!
First of all, I loved this interview. It made my school librarian heart happy to see a children's author given such a spotlight. But in reading the comments, it also makes me happy to see Jason Reynolds fans supporting him, and all of the comments from people who didn't know about Jason Reynolds before and who are interested in learning more. Thank you Stephen Colbert, for a great interview!
I had never heard of Jason Reynolds before and I am now a huge fan. What a beautiful man and such beautiful and articulate answers. Looking forward to reading stuntboy with my son :)
I love this man. Thank you for having him on your show.
I second that! One of my favorite modern writers!
I already thought Stephen was cool but having Jason Reynolds as a guest totally made him cooler. I’ve read all his books and he brings an awareness and a sense of empathy to my life every time. I cannot recommend him enough.
OH MY GOODNESS. His words about anxiety opened the floodgates for me. It's the first time I've heard someone speak about it in this way. The fact that there was a bit of laughter when he said that one of the ways he gets through anxiety is medication shows how far we still have to go. It's not a joke. Thinking about anxiety as heightened compassion and empathy is beautiful. Wow, thank you Mr. Reynolds. Bless you. This whole interview was prophetic. Bless you! And thank you, Stephen, for your thoughtful interviews.
I'm obsessed with you Jason Reynolds. Keep writing with intentionality. Our kids are better because of you.
This young man just reaffirmed my belief, that there are intelligent men with this level of integrity and compassion. Well done.
I am a huge Jason Reynolds fan and so excited to see more people discovering him here! I’m a Teen Librarian, and we librarians have been telling everyone what a genius he is for years. I recommend Long Way Down to start your reading. It’s one of my all-time favorite books.
Just looked up Long Way Down on my library's website. Definitely a must read!
I think that might be my go to as a first choice as well. This makes me want to to grab it again now honestly!
@@colleenheidrich4368 me too! I just downloaded the audiobook from the library. I’ve been meaning to try the audio version, which Reynolds reads himself and I’ve heard is excellent.
Can you recommend another series to read for a kid who loved the Track series?
@@Hope4MeAndYou Sure! Can you tell me more about what they liked about the Track series? The sports aspect? The kids-overcoming-emotional-challenges aspect? Black protagonists? He inner city setting? Also, how old is the kid?
WOW. Blown away by this mans ability to recognize key issues in society, and discuss them in an "easy to understand" manner.
Thr world needs more Ambassadors/Cheerleaders like Jason to inspire audiences.
Great interview. I'm not American so I don't know know guy but I loved this. Great job, Stephen, thanks Mr Jason Reynolds. We need wise people who listen to write for kids. And for our adult selves!
Wow just wow! This guy is intelligent, thoughtful, brilliant, emphatic and handsome. One of the best interviews I’ve seen in a long while. Beats the heck out of celebrities trying to be cute. And failing.
I love this guy. I want to be like him when I grow up. His answer to the question, "How do you deal with anxiety?" is just perfect. What he said about the importance of children's literature is deep. I'd never heard of Jason Reynolds, but I'm definitely going to be getting some of his work for my grandchildren!
That was exceptional. I thought you were gonna say National Ambassador of Anxiety. We need that! God bless you sir Mr. Reynolds. What an inspiration! 🥰🙏📚
This interview changed my soul as a writer. Steven's questions are as much an art form as the answers Jason gives.
Jason Reynolds just said everything right about everything we grownups are doing wrong.
We imposing our understanding on them rather than learning from them their understanding.
God, I love everything he says. This man is a national treasure that we need to celebrate more. THANK YOU!!! Being on the Banned Book list is not something to celebrate! Thank you Jason Reynolds for all you do for children and children's lit!
I so appreciate what he said about anxiety. 🙏
All his answers were so deep, thoughtful and insightful. Amazing person!
This guy is one of those rare, real heroes. Much respect🙏
As some whose seen Jason at more book signings that can count on one hand, I’m so happy he had the opportunity to be this show!!
Jason Reynolds is one of the greatest writers of all time.
I didn't know this man who captured my attention by keeping it real and kind. I will definitely check him out. Cheers Colbert,
Wow! What an excellent guest! One of the most noble careers is being a writer for children. More of this, please?!
Wow, this guy is inspiring!! It is not everyday you run into an unassuming guy that just reminds you of traits humility, compassion and empathy that make life worth living.
This is the first time I've ever got goosebumps and teary eyed during ANY televised interview...thank you SC for having this icon on your show 💛💚💙💚💛
love him!! I'm so grateful we have writer's, leaders and teachers who love so big and teach us all to do the same.
What an inspiring person. I love that he is the face of children’s literature in America. Thanks for seeing the importance of children’s literature and having him on here. Loved this!
Anxiety is very treatable with medication and psychotherapy. I’m glad he mentioned that for everybody. We need to dismantle the stigma of mental health problems as being a weakness. See a psychiatrist. Excellent interview!
Thanks for bringing Mr. Jason Reynolds on your show. Brilliant interview! What a thoughtful human being!👌🏾❤️
I could listen to him for hours. What an interesting and thought provoking person.
I didn't know Jason Reynolds. What a beautiful human being! So much wisdom for adults in this interview; I can only imagine how incredible his children's books are!!
Such a kind and compassionate man. I have also struggled with anxiety my whole life, it's hell but listening to him talk it makes me think maybe I can use my experiences to help others going through the same thing. Thank you for all you do Mr. Reynolds!
A walking Cheer Leader for Reading. WAY TO GO!!!!!!!! Jason Reynolds is my FAN for LIFE! READ ON...))
Mad respect to this man!
What an amazing interview. If only more of us adhered to Mr. Reynold's philosophy on education and learning and relationship with kids. The humanity of it is a beautiful thing.
This interesting interview opened my eyes
He elegantly exemplifies the power of words.
#compassion #empathy
WOW. This man made some beautiful points. I've always said anxiety is a strength not a weakness because those with anxiety are more in tune with the world and truly care about on a different level. Second, the point made about wanting our children to grow up to be better than us and the only way to see that happen is to give them the knowledge that we did not have growing up. To shield the from that knowledge would be hypocritical. 🙌
So many kids are going to get his books from me. We need to buy as many as possible and give them to all kids. Amazing
So amazed that he admitted on national television to medication and therapy. For 15 years, only my immediate family knew I struggled and was on medication/seeing a psychologist. Over the course of the pandemic, I had a particularly bad episode, and needed to spend a week in a secure ward for the first time in my life. Oddly, perhaps because that wasn't an experience I could really hide from others anymore, it sort of forced me to open up...which actually ended up deepening some of my relationships, and helped me "recruit" of few other folks who could help look out for me. It also helped me get access to some new treatments, which have really made a difference.
I don't even want to have to go back, but some days I am grateful for the disclosure it sort of aided.
I love everything Jason said. What an amazing human being!
I’m a librarian and love Jason Reynolds’s books. Love to put them in the hands of children. ❤️❤️
Wow, this Jason Reynolds is a champion! Super articulate and smart. I'm going to read his books!
Jason Reynolds.
I just wanted to acknowledge his existence.
I am in love with this man. Please have him on again and again! This was an awesome interview.
Glad to see you Jason! Southern Maryland Community Network is so proud of you!
So proud of this man and what he does for young folks.
I want to be witness to their lives. Wow. Amazing man.
I love this man.... where is this type of leadership in all the places that so desperately need it, in congress, in the presidency? We need it so badly, how can there be this many people without a heart in the most important roles of our world?
I think you underestimate the amount of narcissism required to seek political office. Jason Reynolds would never seek it, even if we could desperately use his brand of leadership,
How have I never heard of him? Great to hear such wholesome thoughts being a children's literature lover and sufferer of anxiety myself.
As an author, I say the same thing, Stephen, I don't write for an age group, but others choose what age group my books are for.
Also, thank you for having this man on. I hadn't heard of Jason before, but he sounds like a wonderful choice as an ambassador. 👏👏👏👏
I really enjoyed this interview! So good to see him get some national tv recognition!
Colbert asked really good questions. Reynolds’s had good answers. I like them both!
I think I was just introduced to my new favorite human. What a fascinating soul. I look forward to finding out more about Jason & wish him everything good in this world 💜
Omggg I just want to cuddle with him and listen to him read me stuff ...
love his voice. Absolutely beautifully made man.💖
“You’re here. And people know you’re here and will continue to love you in your existence day and to day…” wow 😭💜
He knocked it out of the park.
We need more people like the Beatles screaming all we need is love. And peace. It’s what this period in time is missing. Only the bad people are being listened too atm.
This interview should have been longer.
Jason Reynolds’s you’re so amazing
Wow. What a brilliant man teaching/sharing compassion and empathy. Must look into his books. Right. Nothing wrong with sensitivity. For me a real man.
I will be looking up Jason Reynolds books! I loved this interview. As a child therapist for over 10 years serving low income families, i have the same vision of helping children to be seen just as they are...and to experience acceptance from another safe adult and learn to accept themselves. Thank you for this!
Hey PBS, maybe it’s time for Mr. Reynolds Neighborhood?
YES!!!!!!!!!!!
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love the work Jason is doing, love everything he had to say, love this !
Jason Reynolds is easily the most impressive guest I've seen on any talk show in many many years. What a gift to be able to listen to him.
The most powerful and inspiring interview I’ve ever seen on the show. Jason Reynolds demonstrates the depth of intention, thoughtfulness, wisdom, and passion we need right now to make the changes we must make for the future of our human community. Real changemakers like Mr. Reynolds need to be featured more on platforms like this. Those people we pay attention to and shine the spotlight on are the people who become our mentors and set the tone for our culture, and Mr. Reynolds is one that deserves our attention.