Buddhability

Today we’re talking about identity and relationships. Briana Boche, of Seattle, shares her story of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and how she developed confidence in the practice of human revolution, that is, the process of continually chanting to reveal our Buddhability—courage, wisdom and compassion for ourselves and others.

One aspect of Briana’s life where her Buddhist practice carried her through was exploring her own relationship with sexuality and eventually realizing that she is ace, short for asexual.

Show Notes

Today we’re talking about identity and relationships. Briana Boche, of Seattle, shares her story of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo and how she developed confidence in the practice of human revolution, that is, the process of continually chanting to reveal our Buddhability—courage, wisdom and compassion for ourselves and others.

One aspect of Briana’s life where her Buddhist practice carried her through was exploring her own relationship with sexuality and eventually realizing that she is ace, short for asexual. 

CHEAT SHEET

1:40 How Briana started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo
7:06 How a setback after college helped her find a new path
11:19 Getting connected to the Buddhist community in Seattle
20:20 Briana’s journey of exploring her sexuality and identity
27:53 What happened when she started chanting to find a partner
31:44 Coming to terms with a big realization
40:21 What it took to challenge her own insecurities
44:06 How she’s chanting about the future
47:45 Her favorite Buddhist quote
50:37 Advice for anyone new to Buddhism

References mentioned:
  • “On the Buddha’s Prophecy,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 402.
  • Discussions on Youth, p. 27.
  • Discussions on Youth, p. 8.

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.