CategoryExperience

Fearing first for my son, and then for myself, I draw forth courage and conviction in the power of my life.

Finding a mentor, I learn how to live with heart. I’m Rhonda Windham of Los Angeles.

Gaining and losing a fortune, I discover that I’ve always had the means to build a winning life.

Shattered by divorce, I discover true joy for the first time, through faith.

In memory of my mother and my friend, I bring joy and dance to Memphis.

Drawing strength from my Buddhist practice, I become a pillar for my family, pursue my dreams and share my journey to inspire others. I’m Jonathan Cheng of New York.

Rejuvenated by our youth, I give my all to repay my debt of gratitude.

Rediscovering my Buddhist practice in the U.S., I learn to win for self and others.

Seeking to address the roots of suffering, I find Buddhism and my true self.

In reconnecting with the SGI, I learn the true value of life.

In his battle for health, my son teaches me to advance in the face of hardship as a person of faith. I am Mariano Kimbara of Dallas.

In Buddhism, I discover the true mission of my illness and my life.

Responding to my mentor’s guidance, I lay an unshakable foundation of good fortune.

Choosing hope over hopelessness, I open the way to happiness—others’ and my own. I am Daisy Prom of Temple City, California.

Dreaming of the big screen, I advance toward true victory, in which everyone wins.

Year by year, I take my mentor’s guidance to heart, steeling my life for a crucial moment.

Through sustained efforts to support others, I become a person of conviction. I am Ronald Williams of Philadelphia.

Seeking conviction, I find it right beneath my feet.

Transforming generations of anger, I become the mother I was always meant to be.

From heartbreak I learn the source of true happiness—a sense of mission for the happiness of others.