CategoryExperience

Through practicing Nichiren Buddhism, I learn to let go of fear, embrace change and discover a new sense of purpose.

Winning the trust of neighbors and friends, I dispel my fears and protect my family.

Met with a great storm in my last year on the force, I strengthen my vow to protect the people. I’m Michael Woods-Hawkins of Chicago.

Practicing Buddhism amid the stress of college admissions, I learn that I can win anywhere.

Facing cancer, I remember that being truly alive means giving my all to encouraging others.

Learning to deeply respect my life, I grasp my mission to care for people.

Choosing to transform my relationship with my father, I create hope for a beautiful new future. I’m Madison Roesler of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Lifted up by the people of my beloved Detroit, I vow to give back to my city.

After losing my best friend and the use of my legs, I discover in Buddhism my unlimited potential.

Channeling rage into a prayer for my life, I regain my health and develop true strength.

Deciding to live to encourage others, I show proof as an actor, model and friend. I’m Lavelle Roby of Oxnard, California.

Returning to my Buddhist practice after decades, I discover that joy was always here for the making, together with those around me.

Battling to trust people again, I find in prayer the trust I’d lost in myself.

In caring for my father, we come to grasp our shared purpose.

Becoming the father that I never had, I find in every obstacle a chance to climb higher. I’m Dennis Angelo of Arvada, Colorado.

To honor my husband’s final will, I vow again to respond with joy.

In order to heal my relationship with my father, I choose to believe in us both.

Lending a compassionate ear to a critical friend, I crush my fears and achieve my goals.

Supporting young people, I unearth my fears and face them head-on, to build a law career and a harmonious family. I am Krithi Byadgi of San Francisco.

Choosing first to believe in myself, I break into acting more confident than ever.