Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we are honored to have Martin Schaurhofer, Secretary of the Austrian Buddhist Union, as our guest. We discussed the 40th anniversary of the Austrian Buddhist Union's recognition as a religion by the state of Austria. Mr. Schaurhofer shares with us the history of the organization, its challenges, and its achievements in the past four decades. He emphasizes the importance of being innovative and creative to adapt to the changing world and meet the needs of our time. He says, "We need innovative and crazy ideas for the future!" He also highlights the significance of humor and love in the practice of Buddhism. Humor is a great way to connect with people and to lighten up the atmosphere. He states, "Humour and love are so important!" Join us in this enlightening conversation with Martin Schaurhofer, and discover how the Austrian Buddhist Union is making a positive impact on individuals and communities. https://www.buddhismus-austria.at/home-en-us/