Buddhability
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 every day, 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 a...
The Grind: Self-Mastery and Success in Business
Chip Grossman, of Santa Monica, always thought spirituality and business were opposing goals. It wasn’t until he encouraged 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.
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Resources:
The New Human Revolution, vol. 9, pp. 272–73
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 637.
The New Human Revolution, vol. 5, pp. 27–28
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 185-87.
Buddhability Short: It's Never Too Late
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 connect@buddhability.org
Episode Mentioned:
How I Beat Burnout
Seeing Beyond My Complaints and Problems
Resources:
Discussions on Youth, pp. 6, 121.
Each Instant Contains Incredible Possibilities
When Plans Unexpectedly Change
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.
Resources:
The New Human Revolution, vol. 20, p. 89.
December 2, 2022, World Tribune, p. 7.
Seeing Beyond My Complaints and Problems
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 purpose helped him move to the U.S. and advance in his career as a physical therapist.
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Resources:
Perseverance is a Skill
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:
Discussions on Youth, p. 24.
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 215.
“Letter to Niike,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 1027.
Buddhability Short: What Is Love?
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 connect@buddhability.org
Episode Mentioned:
On Self-Love and Relationships
References:
Discussions on Youth, pp. 60–67.
Believing in My Family Instead of Trying to Control Them
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 helped her believe in her family.
Resources:
Living Buddhism, January 2025, p. 12.
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol 1, p. 279.
Living Buddhism, January 2021, p. 14.
Buddhability Short: Why Do We Have a Daily Practice?
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 connect@buddhability.org
Episodes Mentioned:
How Connecting with People Enhanced by Self Care
Mastering Your Daily Rhythm
References:
Discussions on Youth pp. 215, 218, 220-21.
Your Past Decisions Don’t Define Your Future
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.
Resources:
The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, pp. 536, 832.
Learning From the Writings: The Hope-filled Teachings of Nichiren Daishonin, p. 107
July 11, 1997, World Tribune, p. 14
Discussions on Youth, p...
How a Tattoo Artist is Revitalizing Her Community
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 available in video format on our YouTube Channel.
Resources
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition
Discussions on Youth, p. 172
