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Episode Synopsis
Today we’re talking about navigating job challenges, an aspect of life that be universal difficult, whether you are facing job loss, trying to find a job, navigating a tough industry or having a hard time believing in yourself at work. Our guest is Mehul Anand, of Georgia, who shares the ups and downs of her career in tech, and the profound lessons her Buddhist practice helped her learn along the way.CHEAT SHEET2:39 Why Mehul started chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo6:24 An overview of her career trajectory, which didn’t go as planned10:55 How she learned to use her Buddhist practice to navigate finding work15:54 What protection means in Buddhism21:52 The inner transformation she experienced through a long period of unemployment28:29 Practical action to take when facing a difficult situation33:50 Mehul’s turning point38:13 What mission means in Buddhism41:34 Mehul’s favorite Buddhist quotes48:57 Advice for anyone who is currently facing a job-related struggleReferences:“Letter to the Brothers,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, p. 502“On Establishing the Correct Teaching for the Peace of the Land,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, p. 17How to Make Things Work
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