Buddhability
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, subscribe to Buddhability on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get podcasts so you never miss an episode. For more stories, tips on practicing SGI Nichiren Buddhism, and our newsletter, visit www.buddhability.org.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 218
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
How I Stopped Letting Anger Control My Life
Today, we’re talking about what winning over yourself really takes: an honest look at what is causing you to suffer and the courage to transform it deep within.
Our guest is Jamie Bautista from Davis…
How I changed the one thing that was holding me back
Today we’re talking about what inner transformation or human revolution looks like through a consistent practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.
Our guest is Judy Juanita from Oakland, California. A…
How my daily ups and downs led to overall growth
Today, we’re talking about what it really takes to build a foundation for your life. It’s a theme we’ve explored before on the show but one that looks different for all of us. Our guest is George Won…
Announcement: Buddhability Beginner Course
The teachings of Buddhism are vast and profound, that's why Buddhist study is a crucial part of deepening our practice. We're excited to announce our first ever Buddhability Beginner Email Course. S…
What it really takes to face your reality
Today, we're talking about what it really takes to face your reality, especially when that requires taking a hard look at yourself. Our guest is Miho Saito, of Long Beach, California who shares the u…
Tips & Insights: Buddhism and the real world
“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.
Today’s is: Buddhism and the real world.
References:
- “The Kalpa of Decr…
I overcame my biggest setback, now anything is possible
Today, we're talking about how Buddhism sees obstacles in particular, those big challenges, life throws your way when you're least expecting it. Our guest is Brian Lindgren of Virginia who shares abo…
How I Learned to Never Give Up on Myself
Our guest is James, of New York, who shares how a consistent practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helps him navigate some of the toughest moments of his life from dealing with addiction to findin…
Living Based on My Inherent Worth vs. People’s Opinions
Today we are talking about one of the most difficult but universal tendencies we experience—people-pleasing. Our guest is Megan Weinstein, of Chicago, who shares about her journey practicing Buddhism…
Tips & Insights: Bodhisattvas of the Earth
“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.
Today’s is: Bodhisattvas of the Earth.
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How I Found (and then Re-Found) the One
Today we are talking about relationships—especially the long and complicated kind, the ones that provide us with the greatest lessons about life and love. Our guest is Mónica Lladó-Ortega, of Puerto …
Changing My Relationship With My Parents
Today, we’re talking about how to orient our lives onto a happy, healthy path, no matter what kind of circumstances we begin with.
Our guest is Melanie Santiago, of Denver, who shares how she encounte…
Winning with friends vs. Winning alone
Today we're talking about what it takes to pursue a dream that forces you to battle your own ego or hopelessness. Key takeaway: Practice for self and others is the key to breaking through our own lim…
Mastering your daily rhythm
Today we’re unpacking the question: what does it mean to win every day when sometimes things take time to resolve? Our guest is Yoko Ambulo, of Chicago, who shares her journey learning Buddhist lesso…
Tips & Insights: Approaching the new year one day at a time
“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.
Today’s is: winning in the present.
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Healing family rifts when you don’t share beliefs [October 2021]
Today we’re talking about family and what to do if you just can’t reconcile differences with them.
Our guests are sisters Lauren and Molly Leebove from Michigan, whose intertwined stories of beginning…
Transforming my family through my own agency
Today we're addressing how Buddhism can help us tackle family dynamics. Our guest is Brian Angulo, of New York, who shares how, in just a few years, his Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-…
Navigating Career Setbacks
Today we’re talking about navigating job challenges, an aspect of life that be universal difficult, whether you are facing job loss, trying to find a job, navigating a tough industry or having a hard…
Tips & Insights: Human Revolution
“Tips & Insights” is a miniseries in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life.
Today’s is: human revolution.
References:
How To Do It All, With Dr. Gitima Sharma
Today we’re talking about how to do it all when you have a full plate. Whether you are an overwhelmed parent or caregiver aspiring to build a career you love, or lacking the support you wish you had …