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Buddhability

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The reality is, we’re already enlightened. It’s only as we face obstacles, stress and our own messiness that we start to forget it. This is a show about how to believe in yourself again, told by a community of Buddhists doing it everyday, and changing the world along the way. Hosted by Cassidy Bradford, each week you’ll hear an honest conversation about real life and how to tap into your Buddhability. From relationships and dream jobs to lessons from psychology and activism, subscribe to Buddhability on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts so you never miss an episode. For more stories, tips on practicing SGI Nichiren Buddhism, and our newsletter, visit www.buddhability.org.

155 - Facing the Fear of Death
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  • 155 - Facing the Fear of Death

    It’s natural to want to look away from the inevitable reality of death but Buddhism teaches that death is an alternate phase of life and makes up a larger universal cycle. To understand death is to deepen our understanding of and appreciation for life.

     

    Today’s guest, John Plummer, of Cold Spring, NY, shares how facing his fear of loss improved his relationships and deepened his work as a film and TV writer. 

     

    References:

    The New Human Revolution,vol. 24, pp. 177–78

    A Piece of Mirror and Other Essays, pp. 79, 83–84.

    Leave of Grassby Walt Whitman.

    “Like the Sun Rising,” Journey of Life: Selected Poems of Daisaku Ikeda

    Unlocking the Mysteries of Unlocking Birth and Death, p. 104.

    The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition.

    Fri, 22 Mar 2024
  • 154 - Buddhability Short: How to increase your life force

    Buddhability Shorts is a monthly series where we break down a Buddhist concept that we’ve touched on in an interview. This month, we’re talking about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo elevates the inner state of life and brings forth the life force we need to accomplish our goals.

     

    To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org

     

    References:

    The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 35.

    Discussions on Youth, p. 411.

    https://www.worldtribune.org/2021/each-instant-contains-incredible-possibilities/ 

    Fri, 15 Mar 2024
  • 153 - Overcoming Loneliness

    Experts say the U.S. is dealing with a serious “loneliness epidemic” as adults feel more isolated and alone than ever. How can Buddhism help us break out of our shell and find meaningful connection with others?

     

    Today’s guest, Apoorvee Sawhney, of Denver, shares how studying Buddhism and chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped her to overcome self-pity in order to graduate a Ph.D. program and start a career in academia.

     

    References:

    “On Attaining Buddhahood in This Lifetime,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, pp. 3–4

    https://www.worldtribune.org/2021/challenging-times-are-opportunities-for-human-revolution/

    Fri, 08 Mar 2024
  • 152 - How I Beat Burnout

    Our daily lives can be challenging and we might be asking ourselves, “Is there anything more to life than sleeping, eating and going to a job I don’t like?” If you’re feeling burnt out, you’re not alone. But Buddhist practice can refresh us and help us lead fulfilling lives.

    Today’s guest, Kyle Maharlika-Roper, of Miami, shares how he went from burnt out in an unfulfilling job to finally pursuing his childhood dream of art.

     

    References:

    The New Human Revolution, vol. 16.

    The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 392–393.

    Fri, 01 Mar 2024
  • 151 - Breaking Through Stagnation

    Do you ever feel like you’re not making any progress even though you’ve been trying to reach a goal for what feels like forever? Today’s guest, Hannah Doherty, of Los Angeles, shares how she broke through self-doubt and stagnation to find a job in her dream field, foster friendships and reach new heights as a dancer.

    References:

    The Light of Learning, p. 130.

    July 11, 1997, World Tribune, p. 14.

    Fri, 23 Feb 2024
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