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A place to share photographs, practice reflections, and moments from NBEF community life.
A Joyful Update on Kyong Suk Kim
November 9, 2026
Today, during a practice interview with Dhamma Teacher Kyong Suk Kim, who lives in Los Angeles, I noticed such a welcome change that I took this photo to share. She began NBEF practice in the winter of 2022. At that time, decades of health problems had left her physically frail, and her hair was gray. Her story appears in Appendix 1 of my book. Now, look at her at age 76! Her hair is much darker, and her face looks brighter and more radiant. Seeing how much her health has improved fills me with wonder and joy. As I see her continuing her practice steadily, I am reminded once again of the strength and blessings of Dhamma practice.
Awareness in Daily Life: An Encouraging Similarity
October 31, 2026
On October 31, 2026, I noticed an encouraging similarity between NBEF’s practice instructions and a pinned post by Michael James of Ireland, whose account I follow on X. His post, dated October 29, reads: “Notice your thoughts and feelings all day long. Notice your breathing.”
This closely resembles the beginning of NBEF’s practice method: becoming aware of thoughts and feelings throughout daily life, until awareness becomes natural and easy. From there, NBEF guides practitioners to recognize greed, hatred, and delusion as they arise and to observe how they lead to suffering.
Seeing this shared emphasis on daily awareness encouraged me. It is a practical reminder that meditation can extend beyond the time we spend sitting into our ordinary activities and interactions.
I am sharing these screenshots as a dated record of this observation, with the hope that awareness throughout daily life—and insight into greed, hatred, and delusion—will become more widely understood and practiced.
Nancy Acord, Founder of NBEF
Supporting Sejung Yun Through His Kidney Transplant and Recovery
Update — November 4, 2026
Sejung Yun’s surgery went smoothly, and he is doing well so far! He is thankful and relieved, and sends his thanks to everyone for their love, support, and prayers. Once he returns home, members of the Kansas Sangha plan to visit him and bring homemade food. We wish Sejung a smooth and speedy recovery!
Original post
October 30, 2026
I am grateful to share encouraging news about Sejung Yun, whose fundraiser many NBEF sangha members supported last year. After more than a year of kidney failure and dialysis, Sejung is scheduled to receive a kidney transplant on November 3, 2026, at the University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, Kansas. His friend and coworker John has generously volunteered to donate one of his kidneys, and both have been approved for surgery.
I have known Sejung for many years and have watched him work hard to build a stable life while helping care for his elderly mother. Last year, I organized a GoFundMe campaign that raised $35,000. To everyone who donated, shared his story, or offered encouragement, thank you. Your kindness has helped him through a very difficult time.
The transplant offers renewed hope, but Sejung will need several months away from work to recover. During that time, he will continue to face everyday living expenses while attending regular medical appointments and follow-up care. We hope to raise an additional $20,000 to help him through this period.
If you are able and would like to contribute, any amount would be appreciated. Sharing his fundraiser and sending warm wishes are also welcome. Please keep both Sejung and John in your thoughts as they prepare for surgery and recovery.
With gratitude, Nancy Acord, fundraiser organizer
Read Sejung’s updates or contribute through his existing GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-sejungs-fight-against-kidney-failure
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