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The diverse landscape of Coconino National Forest spans 1.8 million acres, ranging from southwestern desert to alpine tundra. It is also home to the largest known petroglyph site in the Verde Valley of central Arizona, a rock art legacy from the Southern Sinagua people, who inhabited the region for a millennium. —Prepared by the World

Wrangell-St. Elias, the largest national park in the United States, spans 13.2 million acres, six times the size of Yellowstone National Park. Within its vast reach stand nine of the country’s 16 highest peaks. The Wrangell Mountains are volcanic, but only Mount Wrangell remains active. —Prepared by the World Tribune staff

A Religion of Human Revolution This selection of 12 lectures from Ikeda Sensei’s “Buddhism of the Sun” series highlights personal transformation as the vital undercurrent shaping the destiny of humankind. $5.95 Making the Impossible PossibleStories from Ikeda Sensei’s youth about turning impossibilities into possibilities, which serve as timeless formulas for how we can do the same. $5.95

Mount Rainier, an active volcano, ascends 14,410 feet above sea level. Twenty-five centuries-old glaciers adorn this icon of the Washington landscape, making it the most glaciated peak in the contiguous United States. —Prepared by the World Tribune staff

In-person conferences at the Florida Nature and Culture Center are back, and registration is open for the following language conferences: Chinese (April 1–4); Korean (April 8–11); Japanese (April 22–25); and Spanish (April 29–May 2). Register today through your SGI-USA portal. 

The second book of The Brilliant Path of Worldwide Kosen-rufu: Study Guide for The New Human Revolution, which focuses on volumes 11–20 of Ikeda Sensei’s novel, is coming soon. Purchase a copy at your local SGI-USA bookstore. Print and e-book versions will also be available at bookstore.sgi-usa.org/.

Being vulnerable does not require us to be fragile or naive. Rather, when we numb our vulnerability, we do the same to other good emotions like joy and gratitude. So why do we try and numb vulnerability? No one wants to expose themselves to being hurt or experiencing heart-break. But being vulnerable doesn’t equal worst-case

Two friends and scientists, Tee Ponsukcharoen and Siraput Jongaramrungruang, talk about their intertwined journeys from studying science to practicing Buddhism together. Originally from Thailand, they both came to California to complete their doctorates, but along the way, they discovered a far greater sense of purpose than they could have imagined. They cover everything from why

Known as the “Niagara of the West,” Shoshone Falls is a must-visit attraction located on the Snake River in Twin Falls, Idaho. At 212 feet tall and nearly 1,000 feet wide, Shoshone surpasses the height of the Niagara Falls. It is the largest natural waterfall in the United States. —Prepared by the World Tribune staff

Making the Impossible PossibleStories from Ikeda Sensei’s youth about turning impossibilities into possibilities, which serve as timeless formulas for how we can do the same. $5.95 Spread Your Wings Toward the FutureThis book contains essays by Ikeda Sensei for young people detailing his world travels, inspiring them to make big dreams. $9.95

Florida Nature and Culture Center | 2022 March 18–21Men’s Division #1 (Open to all men’s division) APRIL 1–4Chinese Language Conference April 8–11Korean Language Conference April 22–25Japanese Language Conference April 29–May 2Spanish Language Conference The Florida Nature and Culture Center (FNCC) conferences through the month of April are now open for registration via the SGI-USA member

Episode #53 is “Defeating the doubt within.” Jimmy Anicet, of Boston, shares about the significant personal journey he went on during 2019. He decided to tackle his own sense of regret and self-doubt once and for all by digging deeply into his Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo. Then, just a month after he arrived at

Lake Superior certainly lives up to its name. At 31,700 square miles and with cold waters reaching depths greater than 1,300 feet, North America’s northernmost lake is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area and the third largest by volume. Ten percent of the world’s surface fresh water is in this lake.

Spanning 3.4 million acres, Bridger-Teton National Forest is the largest intact ecosystem in the contiguous United States. Although well known for it’s larger mammals such as grizzly bears, moose and bighorn sheep, to name a few, the forest is also home to 355 species of birds. —Prepared by the World Tribune staff

Buddhist Solutions Podcast

When we’re trying to take care of ourselves, it’s easy to forget about others. But Jamil Zaki, a professor of psychology at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Laboratory, confirms the importance of a key Buddhist ideal: Helping others is helping ourselves. While various tips can be helpful, research shows that

Starting this month, all district study and discussion meeting material will be available in the Living Buddhism. As part of this change, the study magazine will feature expanded options for the monthly discussion meeting presentation material. In October, the SGI-USA announced “The District Is the Core” as its focus toward 2030, introducing more resources and

In 1918, Katmai National Park and Preserve was designated a national monument to preserve the features impacted by the cataclysmic 1912 volcanic eruption of Mount Katmai—one of the most powerful recorded. The focus of the park later shifted to protecting wildlife. Its water habitats are vital for red salmon reproduction, making the park home to

Glacier National Park was established in 1910. Stretching 1,583 square miles, the park’s pristine turquoise lakes and streams, dense forests and rugged mountains create opportunities for a wide range of animals to coexist. Out of the more than 70 species of mammals that roam the park, the mountain goat is the most frequently encountered by

In episode 47 of the Buddhability podcast series, Brandon Poythress shares how his Buddhist practice helped him stop seeking approval from others and become comfortable with himself. Listen to his story at buddhability.org/podcast and all major podcast platforms.