CategoryExperience

Seeking the mentor, I master my anger to win at my work.

Following my parents’ lead, I create value from adversity and forge the heart of a global citizen of Soka. I’m Margaret Kasahara from Aliso Viejo, California.

Healing through art, I discover my mission and bring joy to all around me.

Uniting with me in prayer, my son takes responsibility for the happiness of his family.

How the humanity of SGI members upended my worldview and remade me as a revolutionary.

Seeking my mentor, I strive to build the Buddha land as an architect for kosen-rufu. I’m Wayne Thomas from Los Angeles.

Summoning courage, I discover my passion for discussing Buddhism with young people.

Striving alongside my mentor, I confront my fear of self-expression to become a bold disciple and actor.

Making offerings for the sake of Buddhism, I open my heart to my father and to humanity.

My Buddhist practice has enabled me to transform my perceived weaknesses into my greatest strengths. I’m Matt Thompson from Denver.

In the spirit of May Contribution, I rely on my heart and win together with my family.

By practicing Nichiren Buddhism with the SGI, I have gained a deeper sense of my mission as a “lawyer for life.”

Saving day by day for May Contribution, my husband and I embark on the business venture of our lives.

Tempering my strengths, my Buddhist practice yields the wisdom to fulfill my dream of founding a tech startup. I’m Lenny Bogdonoff from New York.

How May Contribution helped me to confront not only my addiction to alcohol but also a deeper habit—the tendency to seek validation outside myself.

Inspired by my best friend’s brilliant life, I battle alongside my mentor and summon the courage to open my heart.

Managing the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, I deepen my faith and develop immensely, together with those around me.

My Buddhist wisdom has driven me to connect with my students, my music and my mission for kosen-rufu. I’m Suzanne Pittson from Dobbs Ferry, New York.

Through overcoming financial hardships in America, my wife and I pass on the never-give-up spirit to our children.

Practicing for myself and others, I kindle a fierce flame to light the path to victory.