In this episode, we feature the podcast's first Buddhist interviewee. Kacy shares her unique journey from being raised in a culturally Buddhist family in Taiwan, moving to Canada, and ultimately living in a Buddhist monastery.

She discusses her experiences with the religion's teachings, the challenges she faced, and the profound impact it had on her life. Kacy also explores her interest in Christianity and how her work with hospice patients influenced her spiritual outlook.

She emphasizes the importance of finding personal meaning, feeling supported, and following one's intuition in navigating religious and spiritual paths.

00:18 Meet Kacy : Our First Buddhist Interviewee

01:11 Kacy's Early Life and Buddhist Upbringing

02:15 The Shift to Traditional Buddhism

04:16 Parental Influence and Buddhist Practices

10:12 Teenage Years and Increased Buddhist Involvement

18:33 A Year in a Buddhist Monastery

24:44 Leaving the Monastery and Facing Backlash

28:53 Reintegration and Questioning Buddhism

32:54 Navigating Boundaries with Religion

35:07 The Role of Buddhism in My Life

38:08 Repentance and Its Impact

43:30 Exploring Christian Teachings

48:11 Advice for My Younger Self

49:23 Healing from the Past

53:49 Finding Meaning and Support