Buddhability

Today, we’re talking about how Buddhism can help you find the wisdom to overcome anything in life. In particular, the challenges that sometimes come with love and relationships. Our guest is Bryant Ríos-Niño, of Connecticut. He shares his parallel journeys of developing his Buddhist practice and learning what love, relationships and supporting your family truly takes. 

Today we are talking about how to tap into your potential, even when you can’t see it and even when your circumstances make you feel incapable.Our guest is Lance Powell, of Georgia, who shares how he encountered Buddhism at a time when hope for the future was hard to find, and how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo allowed him to finally tap into the potential he knew he had, but had never quite been able to access before.

“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.Today’s is: Winning in the morning.

Today, we’re talking about what winning over yourself really takes: an honest look at what is causing you to suffer and the courage to transform it deep within. Our guest is Jamie Bautista from Davis, California, who shares her journey using her Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo to battle her own anger, which manifested at a young age. In the process, she discovered a beautiful person within.

Today we’re talking about what inner transformation or human revolution looks like through a consistent practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Our guest is Judy Juanita from Oakland, California. A writer and lecturer, she shares her incredible journey of many decades practicing Buddhism and how it helped her find the courage to change the things that held her back. SHOW NOTES: 1:33 Judy discovers Buddhism 9:05 Identifying the thing that was holding her back 20:56 Transforming a part of behavior she didn’t like25:50 Her writing career opens up 37:51 Moving to Oakland to support her family 43:13 Her Buddhist practice gets deeper and deeper over decades

Today, we’re talking about what it really takes to build a foundation for your life. It’s a theme we’ve explored before on the show but one that looks different for all of us. Our guest is George Wong, of San Francisco, California, who shares how his Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo has allowed him to turn his difficulties with school and self-worth into a career creating value from every experience.SHOW NOTES: 2:44 Getting rejected from college inspires George to start practicing Buddhism10:44 Previous setback turns into a great breakthrough16:55 Struggling with impostor syndrome 25:48 Importance of never giving up, even if you’re not sure where you’re headed 32:13 Seeing long-term growth despite daily ups and downs35:43 Each experience has deep meaning 

The teachings of Buddhism are vast and profound, that's why Buddhist study is a crucial part of deepening our practice. We're excited to announce our first ever Buddhability Beginner Email Course.  So if you're new or just need a little refresher, you can go to https://buddhability.org/practice/emailcourse/ to sign up for seven short lessons, which will be delivered to your inbox over the course of four weeks. 

Today, we're talking about what it really takes to face your reality, especially when that requires taking a hard look at yourself. Our guest is Miho Saito, of Long Beach, California who shares the ups and downs of a journey in which she continually left home in search of herself in an effort to avoid things that felt too difficult to face.Eventually, through her Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, Miho found the courage to come home to herself.SHOW NOTES: 1:37 How Miho started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo7:10 Miho lives on the road, looking to find herself18:15 Decides to move back home29:10 Miho finds her passion 38:19 Finding the courage to face her problems and deeply respect her life. 50:16 The biggest benefit of practicing Buddhism is the intangible stuff 

“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.Today’s is: Buddhism and the real world.References:“The Kalpa of Decrease,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 1121The Power to Win Each DayThe Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, p. 88My Dear Friends in America, third edition, p. 83Discussions on Youth, p. 71

Today, we're talking about how Buddhism sees obstacles in particular, those big challenges, life throws your way when you're least expecting it. Our guest is Brian Lindgren of Virginia who shares about how his buddhist practice helped him challenge his circumstances with fresh energy, helped him find a life in music and understand the deeper meaning of his problems. SHOW NOTES: 1:30 How Brian encountered Buddhism 10:40 Trying to create a life as a musician in New York and facing financial setbacks20:00 Re-imagining his dream and going back to school. 30:30 The bike accident that changes everything. 40:40 In recovery, Brian brings out his grit and determination like never before. 58:50 Getting into his PhD program and solidifying a life in music. 1:03:25 Now that he overcame his biggest setback, he fells like anything is possible.