Questioning Life’s Meaning, I Find My True Self

Joseph Aguilar, of Leavenworth, Kansas, set out on a personal journey to find a life philosophy that met three specific conditions. Through that process, they uncovered their true self and found the courage to undo years of repression.

Cheat Sheet

03:31 A mission to find a life philosophy

07:41 Enlisting in the military

15:25 Trying to change myself instead of be myself

24:49 Perceiving the true nature of life

38:50 Earthly desires are enlightenment

43:06 Prioritizing my Buddhist practice

References mentioned:

  • “Reply to Kyo’o,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 412.

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