Marilyn Littlejohn’s spiritual journey has included an exploration of a variety of traditions, most notably, Protestant Christianity (Methodism). But she also has dabbled in Sufism and Shambhala Buddhism. Her quest for her spiritual home ended, however, when she connected with SIMS through the Thursday night sit and discussion gathering facilitated by Tuere Sala in January 2018. Here she was introduced to the Four Noble Truths and began to realize how the reality of suffering in life (hers and others) motivated her quest. During the last six years, Marilyn has continued to study the dharma, participated in several residential retreats, and established a regular meditation practice. She also participates regularly in the Thursday night gathering. Marilyn recently retired as a human services professional, doing public policy and program management to help the poor and vulnerable among us. In addition to completing the Life Balance Strategist training, she is also a mediator and conflict resolution coach and trainer.