Buddhability

Latest Episodes:

An Experiment to Prove Them Wrong Feb 06, 2026

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

What do you do when you’re told you’re not cut out for something? Buddhism teaches that the only person who can determine that is you. Wayne Thomas Jr., of Los Angeles, always knew he was an artist but his environment told him otherwise. He shares the story of how he proved them wrong.

Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel.

Resources:
Learning From the Gosho: The Eternal Teachings of Nichiren Daishonin, p. 75
A New Humanism: The University Addresses of Daisaku Ikeda

I Gotta Get it Together. Like… Yesterday. Jan 30, 2026

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

Kaitlin Todd, of Gretna, Louisiana, was enjoying her early 20s and taking the scenic route 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.

Watch today's episode o our YouTube Channel

Resources:

“Opening of the Eyes” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 242.

Questioning Life’s Meaning, I Find My True Self Jan 23, 2026

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

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.

Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel

References:

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

Feeling Joy Regardless of My Circumstances Jan 16, 2026

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

Can we really feel happy when we’re facing health problems? Kimberly Rios-Niño, of San Diego, shares how she came to treasure life regardless of her circumstances. We talk about her journey into parenthood and taking care of children battling illness.

Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel

Buddhability Short: Are goals for the new year really that important? Jan 09, 2026

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

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 why goals and dreams are critical for our happiness.

To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org

Resources:

The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part one, revised edition, pp. 170–71

Hope is a Decision, pp. 5–7.

Buddhability Short: How to End 2025 on a High Note Dec 12, 2025

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

You’re almost to the finish line of 2025! Today we’re talking about how you can end the year feeling victorious and hopeful rather than dragging your feet. To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org

Resources:

The Courage to 'Go All In'
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 175.

Why Some Relationships Feel Hard and What Actually Helps: Advice From Mental Health Experts Dec 05, 2025

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

There are as many unique relationships as there are people. Why is it that some of them are so difficult and how can we actually change them? Three mental health experts share their professional knowledge and personal experience with common relationship challenges and how to resolve them.

Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel

Finding Happiness in My Family After Childhood Trauma Nov 21, 2025

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

Some things feel truly insurmountable. But what happens when someone truly believes in the value and power of your life? Jason Lions, of LA, experienced childhood trauma and struggled for years with the impacts. In today’s episode, he shares how he transformed his family and mental health through the care of others, professional support and awakening to the power of his life through chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo.

Content warning: We speak about childhood abuse in this episode. Please listen with care.

Watch today's episode on our YouTube Channel.

Quote From:

The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 35–46.

How I Embrace Life as a Touring Musician and Caregiver Nov 14, 2025

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

What do you do when a family emergency calls you away from your career and back to your hometown? Adam W. Sadberry, of Montgomery, Texas, shares the story of how he joyfully pursues his dreams all while caring for and supporting his parents.

Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel

Resources:

“Wu-lung and I-lung” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 1101.

Living Buddhism, December 2018, p. 33.

Buddhability Short: How long should I chant for? Nov 07, 2025

Show notes

Download the Buddhability App
Apple iOS
Android

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 quality versus quantity when it comes to chanting.

To ask a question about the basics of Buddhism, you can email us at connect@buddhability.org

Resources:

Which is more important for chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo: quality or quantity?
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, pp. 123–24, 130.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected