Buddhability

Daylen Heidt, of Houston, grew up labeled as a “bad kid.” Everything changed when they started practicing Buddhism just over a year ago. Buddhism teaches that we’re the protagonists of our lives and have the power to write, perform and direct our dream script. Today, Daylen shares their journey from being directionless and hopeless to living with courage and purpose. 
 
Reference:
The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 165–66
 
Cheat Sheet:
06:40 Daylen finds Buddhism at a time of uncertainty
11:05 Connecting with their local Buddhist community
18:27 Finding the courage to repair relationships
24:25 Defying their “bad student” label
30:40 Seeing yourself as the protagonist of your life
36:30 How Buddhism has changed their life

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.