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by Neeta JainSnoqualmie, Wash. “Look,” the father said, gingerly turning up his son’s feet, and I caught my breath at the sight of the blistering soles—second-degree burns. “He kicked off his shoes running around outside. I didn’t know he was hurt for most of the day, because he couldn’t tell me.” I thought of the

Embracing my vow to become a doctor for kosen-rufu, I face the fears that stand between me and my mission. I’m Sharif Fennell from New Orleans.

Priming myself to appreciate even hardship, I become a person of true wealth. I’m Everett Boyd from New York.

Planting seeds of trust and hope, I step into my mission as a poet for kosen-rufu. I’m Mónica Lladó from Puerto Rico.

My journey of inner transformation from a directionless teen to a teacher empowering youth. I’m Sam Saldivar from Fresno, California.

Fighting for kosen-rufu, I find my voice and my calling.

Seeking my mission, I discover the way of life of a person of courage.

As I work to safeguard the dignity of human life, I awaken to the dignity of my own. I’m Garrett Welch from Denver.

Battling for hope, I revive old joys and tap new strength.

In the Soka Group, I lay the foundation for a winning life.

Facing fears of fatherhood, I see my life anew.

With the members of the young women’s division, I impress a great truth in the depths of my life and become a trusted teacher, director and friend. I’m Apoorvee Sawhney from Denver.

Hunting for a job and home, I find the meaning of victory.

Leading with a prayer for a youthful Maine, I double my business and my passion to match.

Encountering Buddhism, I recall the dreams that once made life worth living and realize them all.

Basing my life on winning daimoku, I give my all to motherhood, leadership and a long-held dream.

Returning to New York in my youth, I find there, in the SGI, the means to reveal my mission. I’m Blane Charles from New York.

Through film and Buddhism, I build a bridge to my true self and cross it with my family.

Handed the key to happiness, I was able to open educational and athletic opportunities for myself and hundreds of young athletes. I’m Karen Dennis from Columbus, Ohio.

An encounter with my mentor awakens me to my mission to teach in New York.