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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.

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Average duration
37 minutes
Episodes
218
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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On Buddhism and Appreciation

On Buddhism and Appreciation

Today we're talking about appreciation, which is central to Buddhism in so many ways and yet, easier to talk about than truly practice, especially when it comes to the tougher circumstances in our li…

00:42:54  |   Thu 10 Nov 2022
Overcoming the need for approval

Overcoming the need for approval

Today we're talking about how to stop seeking the approval of other people, which, on the one hand, is a normal human desire, and on the other, can cause us the deepest suffering when we don't receiv…

00:44:34  |   Thu 03 Nov 2022
Tips & Insights: Earthly Desires are Enlightenment

Tips & Insights: Earthly Desires are Enlightenment

“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: earthly desires are enlightenment.

References:

  • The Wisdom f…
00:06:30  |   Thu 27 Oct 2022
How I Found My Purpose: Nuclear Abolition Edition

How I Found My Purpose: Nuclear Abolition Edition

Today we're talking about unlocking our own agency when it comes to peace-building efforts and protecting our planet. Our guest is Emma Pike, of Boston, who is an activist in the field of nuclear abo…

01:00:05  |   Thu 20 Oct 2022
Tips on starting your Buddhist practice … and why we chant for the impossible

Tips on starting your Buddhist practice … and why we chant for the impossible

Today’s episode is for beginners, though the takeaways are refreshing and valuable for even seasoned chanters. Our guest is Crystal Fraser, of Colorado, who shares some basics about SGI Nichiren Budd…

00:52:39  |   Wed 12 Oct 2022
Reflections on Music, Tina Turner and Overcoming Obstacles

Reflections on Music, Tina Turner and Overcoming Obstacles

Today we’re speaking with Yuri Yamashita, of New York, about her career as a percussionist and how her Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped her beat the odds and her own self-doub…

00:43:15  |   Thu 06 Oct 2022
Caring for People vs. The Idea of People

Caring for People vs. The Idea of People

Today we’re talking about effective activism and how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo can allow us to tap into the internal resources we need to truly help other people. Our guest is Alex Boling, of Los …

01:01:46  |   Wed 28 Sep 2022
Tips and Insights: The Oneness of Life and its Environment

Tips and Insights: The Oneness of Life and its Environment

“Tips & Insights” new episode series in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life!

Today’s is: the oneness of life and its environment.

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00:09:11  |   Wed 21 Sep 2022
Survival vs. Happiness

Survival vs. Happiness

Today we’re talking about what it takes to believe that you can be happy, even when you’re facing the most difficult circumstances. Our guest is Christina Moran, of El Paso, Texas, who shares her own…

00:47:17  |   Wed 14 Sep 2022
What wellness really means

What wellness really means

Today we're talking about what wellness really means from a Buddhist perspective. Our guest is Erica Stein, L.A.-based co-host of the podcast Courageous Wellness, and Buddhist practitioner. We cover …

00:52:51  |   Wed 07 Sep 2022
How I Beat the Odds: Doctor Edition

How I Beat the Odds: Doctor Edition

Today we're talking with Bobby Eppsteiner, a surgeon in Massachusetts, who shares the story of how he used his Buddhist practice to beat the odds and become a doctor, even when he was told he wouldn'…

00:36:53  |   Wed 31 Aug 2022
Tips and Insights: The Oneness of Body and Mind

Tips and Insights: The Oneness of Body and Mind

“Tips & Insights” new episode series in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life! 

Today’s is: the oneness of body and mind.

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00:10:28  |   Wed 24 Aug 2022
How to bring main character energy to your life

How to bring main character energy to your life

Today we're talking about what it takes to live your life as the main character or protagonist. Our guest is Nadia Ullah Morin, of Texas, who shares her journey practicing Buddhism after an unexpecte…

00:57:28  |   Wed 17 Aug 2022
Anxiety, Self-Trust and Psychology

Anxiety, Self-Trust and Psychology

Today's episode is a conversation with psychologist Elizabeth Merrick about anxiety, therapy, Buddhism, and how they all connect. Sometimes it helps to examine what Buddhability looks like from diffe…

01:12:06  |   Wed 10 Aug 2022
On Boundaries and True Self-Care [May 2021]

On Boundaries and True Self-Care [May 2021]

During the month of July, we're on short break and playing re-runs of our most popular episodes from the archives. We'll be back with brand new episodes the first Wednesday in August. This episode or…

00:52:48  |   Wed 27 Jul 2022
What you do isn’t who you are [November 2021]

What you do isn’t who you are [November 2021]

During the month of July, we're on short break and playing re-runs of our most popular episodes from the archives. We'll be back with brand new episodes the first Wednesday in August. This episode or…

00:56:26  |   Wed 20 Jul 2022
How to get unstuck from a monotonous daily life [August 2021]

How to get unstuck from a monotonous daily life [August 2021]

During the month of July, we're on short break and playing re-runs of our most popular episodes from the archives. We'll be back with brand new episodes the first Wednesday in August. This episode or…

00:53:52  |   Wed 13 Jul 2022
How to make progress, even when you can’t see eye to eye [November 2020]

How to make progress, even when you can’t see eye to eye [November 2020]

During the month of July, we're on short break and playing re-runs of our most popular episodes from the archives. We'll be back with brand new episodes the first Wednesday in August. Today we’re pla…

00:46:17  |   Wed 06 Jul 2022
Tips & Insights: Yes, you can change your karma

Tips & Insights: Yes, you can change your karma

“Tips & Insights” new episode series in which we’ll introduce one Buddhist concept each month and how it can be applied to your life! 

Today’s is: karma.

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00:07:35  |   Wed 29 Jun 2022
Learning to Live My Truth, A Coming Out Story

Learning to Live My Truth, A Coming Out Story

Today’s episode is about learning to live your truth. Chris, of Detroit, shares the incredibly moving journey to affirm himself and how his Buddhist practice helped him find the courage to come out a…

00:49:34  |   Thu 23 Jun 2022
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