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Orlando Bloom Opens Up About His Buddhist Practice

Orlando Bloom shares how his Buddhist practice informed everything from his role as Legolas in the Lord of the Rings to his show On The Edge.

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How living true to myself improved my relationships

Today’s guest, Heidi Hayashi, of Stratford, Conn., shares how finding the courage to live true to herself improved her family relationships.

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What’s Actually Happening When I’m Chanting?

So you’ve started to chant Nam-myoho-renge-kyo but you want to know what’s actually happening? We’ve got the answer for you.

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FAQ for When You Start Chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo

Interested in chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo but have heaps of questions about it? Here’s an FAQ on the basics of chanting.

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How to develop your Buddhability. Learn More

3 Ideas on How to Get Along With Others

Difficult relationships help us become amazing people.

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Can people really change who they are?

Can people really change? Or does their essence stay the same but they can improve their lives. Buddhability explains that it is both.

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What the Lotus Flower Symbolizes in Buddhism

The lotus flower has become synonymous with Buddhism and spirituality. Discover its profound meaning from the Buddhist perspective.

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“Other-Care” Is Just As Important As “Self-Care”

When we’re trying to take care of ourselves, it’s easy to forget about others. But caring for others is equally important.

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Stories inspired by our Buddhabilities. Meet more of our people.

Yoko’s Buddhability: Dancing Through Life, Vegan Sushi Dreams

Ever heard of a dancer who also makes the best vegan sushi? Meet Yoko Hasebe.

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10 Essential Quotes from Buddhist Philosopher Daisaku Ikeda

Daisaku Ikeda used his life to give hope and encouragement to countless people.

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A Psychiatrist’s Experience with Buddhism and Mental Health

Today’s guest, Bora Colak, is a psychiatrist in Brooklyn who struggled with depression for years after graduating from Harvard.

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Honoring My Parents by Fighting for My Dreams

Amid a painful reality that can’t be changed, like a family member’s terminal disease, how can we still create hope?

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Kaitlin Todd, of Louisiana, was enjoying her early twenties and taking scenic routes to her dreams. Everything changed when she learned she was pregnant. That’s when she used her Buddhist practice to go for her goals and create a stable life for her son.

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Kaitlin Todd, of Louisiana, was enjoying her early twenties and taking scenic routes to her dreams. Everything changed when she learned she was pregnant. That’s when she used her Buddhist practice to go for her goals and create a stable life for her son.

Listen or watch the full episode at the link in our bio. 🔗

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How Joseph found Buddhism on his military base.

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How Joseph found Buddhism on his military base.

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Joseph Aguilar, of Leavenworth, Kansas, set out on a journey to find a life philosophy that met three specific conditions.

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Joseph Aguilar, of Leavenworth, Kansas, set out on a journey to find a life philosophy that met three specific conditions.

Listen or watch his story at the link in our bio. 🔗

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“The power of the entire universe is inherent in our lives.” — Daisaku Ikeda, Buddhist philosopher ✨

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“The power of the entire universe is inherent in our lives.” — Daisaku Ikeda, Buddhist philosopher ✨

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Can we really feel happy when we’re facing health problems? Listen to Kimberly’s story at the link in our bio. 🔗

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Can we really feel happy when we’re facing health problems? Listen to Kimberly’s story at the link in our bio. 🔗

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Your past decisions don’t need to define your future. ✨

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Your past decisions don’t need to define your future. ✨

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You can still achieve your goals, the year hasn’t ended yet. ✨

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You can still achieve your goals, the year hasn’t ended yet. ✨

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How Buddhism helped Daisy Prom of Temple City, C.A., to choose her happiness by being there for others. ⁠
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How Buddhism helped Daisy Prom of Temple City, C.A., to choose her happiness by being there for others. ⁠
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Check out the latest episode of “Why Relationships Feel Hard” featuring three mental health professionals.

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Check out the latest episode of “Why Relationships Feel Hard” featuring three mental health professionals.

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“Keep moving ahead” and you’ll achieve all your goals. 🎯

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“Keep moving ahead” and you’ll achieve all your goals. 🎯

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Discover some Buddhist techniques to unlock a winning mindset. 👏

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Discover some Buddhist techniques to unlock a winning mindset. 👏

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Some things feel insurmountable. But what happens when someone truly believes in the value and power of your life? Listen to the newest episode featuring Jason Lions of Los Angeles.

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Some things feel insurmountable. But what happens when someone truly believes in the value and power of your life? Listen to the newest episode featuring Jason Lions of Los Angeles.

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