Diving In
Applying Buddhism, I reform my inner critic, leading with courage and friendship. I’m Mike Levine of Philadelphia.
Latest Experiences
Always Forward
Striving to contribute to kosen-rufu, I become someone who can support others.
The Best of Us
Through the power of study and determined prayer, I learn to trust in the power of my own life—to love people as they are and pass that love along. I’m Fumiko Nishino of New York.
With New Eyes
Chanting to see my mother’s Buddha nature, I come to see the potential of all people.
I Will Win
Sticking close to my sisters in faith, I regain my mental health and fall back in love with life and dancing.
True Freedom of the Heart
Centering my life on appreciation, I build the family I once feared I’d never have.
Open Doors
Beginning with myself, and with the help of good friends, I learn to believe in one person at a time.
Experiences by Topic
WT Interviews
It’s Never Too Late to Encourage Youth
Many Treasures members discover new ways to engage young people.
Transforming Fear Into Hope in Minneapolis
Amid rising tensions in Minneapolis, five Minneapolis-area chapters chose courage—uniting in prayer and action to shift the atmosphere of their city. The World Tribune sat down with the Minnesota Region Women’s Leader Ivett Lorenzano, Men’s Leader Tom Reid and Young Women’s Leader Ally Appelbaum to discuss how uniting together helped build bonds of trust and
Finding Strength Through Supporting Youth
The World Tribune sat down with Greater Montclair Chapter Women’s Leader Jenna Pacheco to learn how supporting the next generation transformed her faith, leadership and life. How did you start practicing Nichiren Buddhism? Jenna Pacheco: I grew up in a family that practices Buddhism, but when I turned 18, I determined to prove chanting didn’t
Profiles
Creating Hope Where We Are
In rural West Texas, one member shares how her Buddhist practice transformed her life—and how a developing friendship is helping a young person build a new future.
Sustainable Positivity
After searching for meaning, one young man discovers a daily practice that brings clarity, purpose and hope.
A Chapter That Inspires the World
From changing course as a youth to building joyful connections today, Mark Campos and West Oahu Chapter model hope.
From Historic Roots to a Youthful Future
by the Pennsylvania Zone team What is your zone motto? Making History With Ikeda Sensei Through a Youthful Organization! Tell us briefly about your zone’s history. Our history began in the late 1960s with a handful of pioneer women who introduced some members of the Pennsylvania Ballet Company in Philadelphia to Nichiren Buddhism. That marked
Podcast: Buddhist Solutions for Life’s Problems
A family rift. Debt. Finding a career you love. Heartbreak. Tap into 3,000 years of Buddhist wisdom to find real solutions to life’s problems.