1. We need to have an outlet for our frustrations.
Chant daimoku to the Gohonzon without editing our prayer.

2. We need an empathetic ear to hear us out.
Connect with seniors and friends in faith.

3. We need a sense of control over the situation.
Don’t feel victimized by circumstances. We need to embrace all of our life – everything in it – and never be defeated. “I will use this to open up my Buddhahood!”

4. We need a positive outlook regardless of the outcome.
Regardless of how a situation turns out, our attitude is the key to victory. We need to keep a positive and winning attitude to the last moment.

5. We need a reason why we need to make it through this stressful period.
Our reason “why” is our mission for Kosen-rufu; our obligation as Bodhisattvas of the Earth to show the power of Nam-myho-renge-kyo to the rest of the world.