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The reality is, we’re already enlightened. It’s only as we face obstacles, stress and our own messiness that we start to forget it. This is a show about how to believe in yourself again, told by a community of Buddhists doing it every day, and changing the world along the way. Hosted by Cassidy Bradford, each week you’ll hear an honest conversation about real life and how to tap into your Buddhability. From relationships and dream jobs to lessons from psychology and activism.
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- 6 days ago40 min
A Skeptic's Approach to Buddhism [Feb 2024]
It’s natural to have doubt. The key, however, is whether we use our questions as fuel to seek out answers. Confidence in the power of Buddhist practices grows with time as you see actual proof of change in your life.Today’s guest, Devesh Kumar, a medical student in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, shares how he tested Buddhism to see whether her could really make his impossible dreams a reality.References:Jan. 2, 1998, World Tribune, p. 11Hope Is a Decision, p. 5The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 126The Buddha in Your Mirror, pp. 207–10
- 1 weeks ago50 min
You Don’t Need to Hide Your Struggles
Buddhism isn’t about being perfect. Even so, it can be difficult to share that you’re struggling with something. Kenichi Hackman, of Los Angeles, used to think he could only share the good parts of his life. Through opening up, he was able to overcome serious financial and family challenges.Watch today's episode on YouTube.Check out Enlighten Up, BroYouTubeInstagramTikTok
- 2 weeks ago9 min
Buddhability Short: A Life of Ease
Buddhability Shorts is a monthly series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today we’re talking about feeling constrained by things like our income, relationships and obligations. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org Resources:Discussions on Youth, revised edition, pp. 269–82.The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, pp. 16–19.
- Jun 26, 20261h 8m
Euphoria’s Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje: The Life Experience No Acting School Could Teach
Actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (“Oz,” “Lost,” “Euphoria”) shares how his difficult childhood shaped him into the actor, writer, and director he is today. He also opens up about how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped him cultivate deep happiness and create meaning from his challenging childhood.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel
- Jun 12, 20269 min
Buddhability Short: Make Your True Self Shine
Buddhability Shorts is a monthly series where we break down a Buddhist concept or common life challenge we’ve touched on in an interview. Today we’re talking about true individuality and how to bring it out. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org Resources:Discussions on Youth, revised edition, pp. 283–96.
- Jun 5, 202655 min
Finding Self-Worth Outside of My Job
How can we strive to do our best without tying our self-worth to the outcome? Today’s guest, Sandeep Ramanthan, of Seattle, struggled with an emptiness any time he was alone and not working. Through diving into Buddhist practice, he found self-worth independent of his friendships and a career.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.
- May 29, 202654 min
What it Took to Finally Believe in Myself
Each of us is already enlightened but it can be difficult to believe when we hit problems. Dr. Victoria Smith, of New Orleans, had overcome so much through Buddhist practice but still struggled to see herself as a Buddha. Today she shares how she finally broke through.Watch today's episode on YouTube.
- May 22, 202645 min
A Tap Dancer on the Power of Being Yourself
Is it possible for someone who wasn’t always a top student to land a full-ride scholarship? Gabe Morris, of New York, shares how being himself and following his passions as a gifted tap dancer helped him open doors to college and more.Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.
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The reality is, we’re already enlightened. It’s only as we face obstacles, stress and our own messiness that we start to forget it. This is a show about how to believe in yourself again, told by a community of Buddhists doing it every day, and changing the world along the way. Hosted by Cassidy Bradford, each week you’ll hear an honest conversation about real life and how to tap into your Buddhability. From relationships and dream jobs to lessons from psychology and activism.
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