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Learning from my mother’s example, I use my faith to become the author of my own life story. I’m Alexandria Jones from San Diego.

On the courage to transform poison into medicine.

Taking the hands of old friends, I discover new ones wherever I go. I am Philippe Crettien, from Bellingham, Mass.

Transforming skepticism into faith, I become a person who appreciates the heart of others. I am Gabrielle Tao from San Mateo, California.

Rediscovering Buddhism in New York, I feel I am coming home.

Joining the Courage Group in the wake of a house fire, I see that a brighter future rests with me.

Reminded of my mission, I overcome grief and loss by deciding to win for myself and others.

Insisting on respect, I create friends and allies who fight for me as hard as I fight for them. I am Kathy Simons from Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Encountering Buddhism after my father’s passing, I make the most of the promise I made him. I am Sumedh Kaul, of Boston.

Seeking my mentor’s heart, I discover a fearless changemaker within my own.

Opening up to my peers, I discover in myself a new kind of scientist—one who cares, above all, for people.

by Neeta JainSnoqualmie, Wash. “Look,” the father said, gingerly turning up his son’s feet, and I caught my breath at the sight of the blistering soles—second-degree burns. “He kicked off his shoes running around outside. I didn’t know he was hurt for most of the day, because he couldn’t tell me.” I thought of the

Embracing my vow to become a doctor for kosen-rufu, I face the fears that stand between me and my mission. I’m Sharif Fennell from New Orleans.

Priming myself to appreciate even hardship, I become a person of true wealth. I’m Everett Boyd from New York.

Planting seeds of trust and hope, I step into my mission as a poet for kosen-rufu. I’m Mónica Lladó from Puerto Rico.

My journey of inner transformation from a directionless teen to a teacher empowering youth. I’m Sam Saldivar from Fresno, California.

Fighting for kosen-rufu, I find my voice and my calling.

Seeking my mission, I discover the way of life of a person of courage.

As I work to safeguard the dignity of human life, I awaken to the dignity of my own. I’m Garrett Welch from Denver.

Battling for hope, I revive old joys and tap new strength.