Transforming my family through my own agency

Today we're addressing how Buddhism can help us tackle family dynamics. Our guest is Brian Angulo, of New York, who shares how, in just a few years, his Buddhist practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo enabled him to transform a family dynamic that seemed impossible to change. Based on finding his own agency, courage and wisdom, he learned to lead with his heart and take responsibility for strengthening bonds in a way that was true to him.

CHEAT SHEET

1:18 How Brian starting chanting Nam-myoho-rengekyo

6:22 What changed after he began his practice

7:31 The family dynamic he wanted to change

11:56 How he started approaching change

17:53 The transformation of his own behavior

23:28 What he specifically chanted about

33:19 The power of the present moment

40:45 How he experiences family now

47:32 Advice for anyone who wants to transform a family relationship

References:

• The Ultimate Key to Victory in Life is Accumulating the Treasures of the Heart