Buddhability

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 everything from the powerful experiences that led to Erica beginning her own practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, to what she’s learned about wellness through producing her podcast.

Show Notes

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 everything from the powerful experiences that led to Erica beginning her own practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, to what she’s learned about wellness through producing her podcast.

CHEAT SHEET

1:55 How Erica started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
3:01 The family struggles that taught her the value of Buddhism
9:16 Erica’s own struggle with weight that led to a wellness journey
20:03 What it means to treasure your life
22:11 Overcoming body dysmorphia 
27:22 The power of community
30:07 How to learn how to take care of yourself
33:08 Helping others is self-care
34:02 How her wellness journey inspires her work
42:07 Connections between wellness and Buddhism
45:03 Turning poison into medicine
50:22 Advice for anyone who is struggling with their wellness journey

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What is 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.