Best Sgi Usa Podcasts (2025)

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A Business Expert on The Approach That Changed His Career 1:08:19

4d ago1:08:19

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Today we’re talking about how we can live the most abundant life based on what is in our hearts rather than the material things we own. Sherman Edmiston III, of Brooklyn, shares his incredible journey to becoming an accomplished business man and the transformative perspectives he gained along the way. Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel. R…

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Placing Limits on Your Life Without Realizing It 1:01:16

11d ago1:01:16

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Yurika Watanabe grew up in Guam focused on her day-to-day and supporting her family. After a Buddhist family friend encouraged her to dream big, she started to envision a different future. Today, we discuss how setting goals and dreams help us accomplish things we hadn’t imagined possible. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel.…

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How to Keep Going When You Can't See The End 54:33

18d ago54:33

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There is a Buddhist writing that says, “Winter always turns to spring.” But when your life is in the season of winter, sometimes if can feel unending. Today’s guest, Everton Carvalho, of Baton Rouge, tells the story of how his most challenging year was followed by his most joyful. Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel. Resources: The Wisdom …

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Learning From the Gosho feat. Danny Nagashima 15:49

19d ago15:49

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Welcome to the fourth episode of the Buddhist Bookcast, discussing the latest release from World Tribune Press, Learning From the Gosho! This book includes some of the first lectures on Nichiren Daishonin's writings that Daisaku Ikeda wrote following the Soka Gakkai's spiritual independence from the authoritarian Nichiren Shoshu priesthood. SGI-USA…

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Buddhability Short: 3 Questions to Help You Find a Fulfilling Job 15:00

25d ago15:00

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about how to find a fulfilling career. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episode Mentioned: The Grind: Self-Mastery and Success in Business …

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Finding My Voice and Trusting It 45:51

1M ago45:51

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Asking for the opinions of others can be helpful but what happens when you hear their voice louder than your own? Today’s guest, Moeko Fukada Teter, of Honolulu, says it took practice to find and trust her voice. From relationships to career hurdles, chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped her to see her life clearly and gain self-confidence.…

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Opening Yourself Up to Perspectives and People 54:56

1M ago54:56

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Truly hearing and seeing someone else can be tough. Especially if we think we’re in the right or know best. Fortunately, Buddhist practice helps us to open our minds with wisdom and compassion. Today’s guest, Marko Bajkovic, of Costa Mesa, shares how seeing past his ego helped him embrace Buddhism and deepen his family relationships. Watch today's …

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How a Trailblazing Coach Made History 54:09

2M ago54:09

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How does a student athlete and mother become a superstar coach to students and even Olympians? Karen Dennis, of Columbus, Ohio, shares how her Buddhist practice led to a decorated coaching career. At the time of her retirement from Ohio State as the director of both Track and Field teams, she won the most Big Ten titles of any woman in Ohio State h…

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Buddhability Short: How to Make Hard Decisions 11:16

2M ago11:16

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about how to make difficult decisions and life without regret. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episode Mentioned: Your Past Decisions Don’…

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Heartbreak Made Me a Better Mathematician 55:01

2M ago55:01

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Buddhism teaches that all our problems are opportunities for growth. But how could heartbreak possibly make someone better at math? Alex Scheffelin, of New York, shares how he used a moment of hopelessness to propel him to becoming a Ph.D. student at Columbia University. Watch this week's episode on our YouTube Channel.…

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Why I Appreciate My College Rejections [May 2024] 53:36

2M ago53:36

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With college decisions trickling in, we're airing a rerun of a May 2024 episode about college rejections. When Ashley Park didn’t get into her first choice colleges, she was stuck in New York City balancing a jam-packed schedule. Buddhism teaches that everything moves in the direction of our happiness when we chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. With that in…

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The Grind: Self-Mastery and Success in Business 1:07:16

2M ago1:07:16

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Chip Grossman, of Santa Monica, always thought spirituality and business were opposing goals. It wasn’t until he encountered SGI Nichiren Buddhism that he realized their deep ties. Today, Chip shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped him develop the courage and strength to go after his goals and build unshakable happiness. View today's episod…

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Buddhability Short: It's Never Too Late 11:40

3M ago11:40

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about life milestones and feeling left behind. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episode Mentioned: How I Beat Burnout Seeing Beyond My Comp…

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When Plans Unexpectedly Change 38:35

3M ago38:35

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Life can’t always go according to plan. So, what do we do when things change? Buddhist practice helps us to be flexible and turn everything into an opportunity for deeper happiness. Today’s guest, Camryn Snowden, of Oklahoma, navigated a big life change that helped her see that she could expand her capacity rather than compromising her dreams. Reso…

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Seeing Beyond My Complaints and Problems 51:27

3M ago51:27

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Daily life throws a lot at us. When our state of life is low, it can be easy to get wrapped up in complaint. Buddhism teaches that caring for others helps us see beyond our problems, having a more expansive view of our lives with deeper appreciation and happiness. Today’s guest, Daeseon Kim, of Queens, N.Y., shares how tying his dreams to a deeper …

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Perseverance is a Skill 36:30

3M ago36:30

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What happens when you’ve failed at your goal… more than once? Today’s guest, Ayumi Sasaki, of Detroit, had a big career goal that took two years and many attempts to accomplish. We discuss how her Buddhist practice and community helped her develop the ability to pick herself back up and keep going until she reached the finish line. Resources: Discu…

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Ikeda Sensei's 95 Years feat. Matilda Buck 20:37

3M ago20:37

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Matilda Buck, American pioneer of SGI Buddhism offers her thoughts on Ikeda Sensei's 95 Years: The Boundless Power of Mentor and Disciple, the latest release from World Tribune Press. Ms. Buck delves into her reaction to Mr. Ikeda's passing in November 2023 and the legacy he left the world that is captured in this six-chapter volume. Ikeda Sensei's…

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Buddhability Short: What Is Love? 12:27

4M ago12:27

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re learning how Buddhism can help us in relationships and love. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episode Mentioned: On Self-Love and Relationships Ref…

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Believing in My Family Instead of Trying to Control Them 57:36

4M ago57:36

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When we want others to change, we’re at the whim of our environment. One moment we’re happy with their actions and another we’re upset with something they said. Buddhism teaches us that when we work on our inner transformation our environment, including people, reflect that. Today’s guest, Emma Grover, of Oakland, shares how developing herself help…

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Buddhability Short: Why Do We Have a Daily Practice? 12:33

4M ago12:33

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking why SGI Nichiren Buddhists chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo every day. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episodes Mentioned: How Connecting with Pe…

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Your Past Decisions Don’t Define Your Future 44:23

4M ago44:23

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We might have a laundry list of regrets but we don’t have to let them determine our lives today or tomorrow. Today’s guest, Jesse Thompson of Columbus, Indiana, shares how he used his Buddhist practice to overcome shame and create the future he’d always dreamed of. You can also watch the video version of today's episode on our YouTube Channel. Reso…

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How a Tattoo Artist is Revitalizing Her Community 55:46

5M ago55:46

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Buddhist practice empowers us to positively impact our environment. Amber Owens, of Anniston, Alabama, uncovered a deep sense of purpose in revitalizing her hometown’s art culture. Today we’re talking about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helps her continuously return to her “why” when the path to her dream gets rocky. Today’s episode is also avai…

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Buddhability Short: How to face the thing you've been avoiding 12:21

5M ago12:21

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In today’s Short, we talk about how to do the thing we’ve said we would do for days, months or years. Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Resources: Discussions on Youth, pp. 98, 262, 395. The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised editio…

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Rewriting The Story I Tell Myself About Who I Am and Who I Can Be 58:11

5M ago58:11

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We all have narratives we tell ourselves about what is possible for our lives. Today’s guest, Jackie Alexander, of Chicago, shares how she overcame limiting beliefs about the kind of student and person she was. We discuss how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo about everything from housing, to money, to graduate school led to Jackie’s newfound self-confi…

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3 Things I Learned This Year and 2 Things I’m Bringing into Next Year 14:42

6M ago14:42

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Thank you for an incredible year! Today we’re reflecting back on Buddhability’s 2024 guests and some things we’ve learned from them. We can’t wait to show you what we have planned for 2025. Reach out to us any time at [email protected] to get connected to a local Buddhist community or ask questions.…

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The Courage to Live Authentically and Embrace Others 52:40

6M ago52:40

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The journey of self-discovery can sometimes be long and winding. Ray Guida, of Columbus, Ohio, shares how he developed the compassion and courage to live as his authentic self. We discuss the ways chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helps us face all hardships with hope and what it is like to practice SGI Nichiren Buddhism as an LGBTIQA+ person. Today’s e…

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Buddhist History Pt.3: Buddhism Today 14:02

7M ago14:02

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With so much to learn about Buddhist history, it can be hard to know where to start! This month, we’re doing a short series covering Buddhist history. Today’s episode is about how the Lotus Sutra and Nam-myoho-renge-kyo are practiced today. Online Articles: About Our Community Living The Lotus Sutra Engaged Buddhism Books: Waking The Buddha The Wis…

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Buddhist History Pt.2: Nichiren Daishonin and Nam-myoho-renge-kyo 8:13

7M ago8:13

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With so much to learn about Buddhist history, it can be hard to know where to start! This month, we’re doing a short series covering Buddhist history. Today’s episode focuses on the origins of Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhist philosophy and the practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Online Articles: Buddhism Reaches the Shores of Japan The Teaching…

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Buddhist History Pt.1: Shakyamuni and The Lotus Sutra 8:59

7M ago8:59

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With so much to learn about Buddhist history, it can be hard to know where to start! This month, we’re doing a short series covering Buddhist history. Today’s episode covers the early history of SGI Nichiren Buddhism. Online Articles: The Humanism of The Lotus Sutra Buddhist Lineage Books: The Lotus Sutra and Its Opening and Closing Sutras The Livi…

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A Psychiatrist’s Experience with Buddhism and Mental Health 1:14:20

7M ago1:14:20

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Today’s guest, Bora Colak, is a psychiatrist in Brooklyn who struggled with depression for years after graduating from Harvard. When he started to practice Buddhism, something changed deep in his life. Bora shares the story of how he navigated depression, became a psychiatrist, and now uses Buddhism as the foundation for everything in his life. Tod…

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How I Stopped Tying My Self-Worth to Relationships 56:22

8M ago56:22

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Self-worth is tough to cultivate when we look to others for validation. One moment we’re flying high, then one harsh word sends us spiraling. Today’s guest, Nikki Gonzalez, of Oakland, shares how her Buddhist practice helped her shift from a life consumed by the opinions of others to one based on a deeply held belief in her infinite worth. We talk …

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Buddhability Short: Refreshing Your Life 11:55

8M ago11:55

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Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted? In today’s Short, we talk about how to refresh yourself when you feel pulled in too many directions. Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Resources: Sept. 13, 2024, World Tribune, p. 10. May 21, 2021, World Tribune, p.…

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Finding My Path as an Art Therapist 57:46

8M ago57:46

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What does it look like to have a fulfilling career? While no one can tell us the best life path for us, Buddhism offers a clear framework for understanding how to live with meaning and purpose. Today’s guest, Paige Asawa of Los Angeles, shares her story of becoming an art therapist and how Buddhism helped her understand how to find a fulfilling car…

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A Change in My Heart Changed My Family Relationships 52:38

8M ago52:38

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Sometimes we may wish the people around us were different. Today’s guest, Brigid Perry of Boston, shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo honestly about her feelings toward her family helped her make a fundamental shift in the way she views them. Today’s episode is also available in video format here. References: The New Human Revolution, vol 1, pp…

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A Religion of Human Revolution 12:13

9M ago12:13

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SGI-USA General Director Adin Strauss offers impressions on his reading of Daisaku Ikeda's work, A Religion of Human Revolution, where he discusses this core Buddhist concept from several angles. Through reading this book, we are able to gain confidence that we can transform any difficult situation in our environment starting with our inner change,…

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Orlando Bloom Opens Up About His Buddhist Practice: Staying Grounded, Facing Fears and Living Fully 1:24:14

9M ago1:24:14

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We have a very special episode of Buddhability! You can listen as usual or watch the video on YouTube. Today’s guest, Orlando Bloom, sits down to discuss how his Buddhist practice has informed everything from his breakout role as Legolas in the Lord of the Rings to how he confronts his limitations in his new show To The Edge. Orlando shares insight…

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How I Feel Hope While Living with Anxiety and Depression 51:10

9M ago51:10

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Ariana Jaramillo, of Santa Cruz, started experiencing panic attacks in high school. Right around that time, she started to regularly chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Today, she shares how practicing SGI Nichiren Buddhism has helped her remain undefeated by anxiety and depression. We talk about what it looks like to chant daily, study Buddhism and apply i…

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Buddhability Short: How to Chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo 10:59

9M ago10:59

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In today’s Short, we’re breaking down the Buddhist mantra Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and explaining how to chant it step-by-step. By the end of the episode, you should feel confident trying it out yourself! Helpful Resources for Chanting: How to Start Your Buddhist Practice Learn How to Chant (Video) Ways to Enhance Your Chanting Reach out to us at connec…

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Rejection Helped Me Become a Published Researcher at 18 37:14

10M ago37:14

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Nikita Agrawal, a recent high school graduate from Chicago, was determined to use her research to contribute to the world. Being the first author of an academic journal article is difficult but submitting it while you’re applying for colleges and finishing your senior year is even harder. In today’s episode, Nikita shares how chanting Nam-myoho-ren…

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Why You Started Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo 9:25

10M ago9:25

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There are limitless reasons why someone might try chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo! For some, it’s an easy leap. For others, it might feel a bit intimidating. That’s why we’re bringing you the voices of several Buddhability listeners sharing why they started to chant. Helpful Resources for Chanting: How to Start Your Buddhist Practice Learn How to Chan…

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Changing My Perspective on Success 49:56

10M ago49:56

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Vishvak Prakkruth encountered Buddhism in Mumbai when he was an aspiring filmmaker. As he moved to New York and Los Angeles to further his career, he found deeper meaning in his art and shifted his perspective on success. In today’s episode, we talk about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and studying Buddhist philosophy have helped him find meaning…

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How Loss Deepened My Appreciation for Life 54:39

10M ago54:39

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Alexandria Jones, of San Diego, grew up with many examples of the power of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. It wasn’t until becoming a young adult that she decided to test it for herself. In today’s episode, Alexandria shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped her to develop limitless strength and courage. Two things she would need when faced wit…

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Announcement: Tell us why you started chanting! 2:06

11M ago2:06

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We’re making a listener episode with your stories about starting your Buddhist practice! You can submit a voice message telling us, in a minute or less, why you started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Ways to submit your voice message: 1. Instagram: Send a voice message to our DMs @Buddhability 2. Voicemail: Call us at (646) 883-6381 and leave a mess…

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Valuing My Life: Making My Childhood Self Proud 48:19

11M ago48:19

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An 8-year-old Kimberly Cadillo struggled to find her place in a new culture, language and country. Moving from Peru to New Jersey brought many challenges, especially with self-esteem. Today we’re talking about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped Kimberly develop unshakable self-worth no longer tied to external validation. As she says, though th…

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Buddhability Short: Cultivating wisdom in an age of misinformation 10:32

11M ago10:32

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about the Buddhist perspective on wisdom and what it means to use knowledge with wisdom. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] References: My De…

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Buddhability Short: How to make the most of your time 14:36

11M ago14:36

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo can help us maximize every moment and use our time wisely. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episodes…

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Buddhability Short: Looking at yourself with fresh eyes 12:10

11M ago12:10

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Buddhability Shorts is a series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today, we’re talking about the principle of the cherry, plum, peach and damson blossoms. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at [email protected] Episodes Mentioned: Daniel: Breaking F…

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The Immeasurable Power of Prayer 7:49

11M ago7:49

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In this episode, SGI-USA National Women's Leader Naoko Leslie offers insights into the latest sub-series from Daisaku Ikeda's "The Buddhism of the Sun—Illuminating the World." We delve into The Immeasurable Power of Prayer and its message about the power that one person embodies to transform any situation through chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. It al…

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The Strength to Challenge Every Limitation 42:54

12M ago42:54

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Keiko Brunson, of Denver, entered the world with a bang and continued to challenge every perceived limitation placed on her. Today she shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo gave her the confidence to live authentically and with deep gratitude for those who support her. References: “Letter to Niike,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p.1…

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My Problems Remind Me of My Potential 46:42

1y ago46:42

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It isn’t always easy to believe you can make a change. Immaculate Mutebi, of New York City, has challenged that disbelief many times. In today’s episode, we discuss how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped her use obstacles in her family, workplace and housing to deepen her conviction in the power of her life. References: On Attaining Buddhahood in …

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