I grew up a Catholic, but now I think I may fully become a Buddhist just because I have been associating myself with it so much. It's so peaceful, and it's so accepting. I have been associating myself more with my own inner peace, rather than pray and search for a higher conscience's wisdom per-se. Everything about Buddhism makes me so happy. From their principles, to their music. It's just so peaceful.

I am wondering if there are any equivalent to baptism, so I can officially be one.

With that said, are there any real Buddhists in here?

Not yet but I want to become one too. I'm reading a book about buddhism and there is a buddhist centre in my city.

I've been wanting to go to a Buddhist temple in my area too, but I have no time. I know it's bad because I should at least meditating in the temple at least once or twice a month.

I Think there are 3 Buddhists in the forum

I'd like to become a Buddhist, but do you have to fully stop eating meat? I don't wanna do that and that's the only thing I disagree with.

yes bitch im here and queer .
Join sis they accept the gays, whats more is that you can also incorporate Catholic aspects ( or the whole religion) along side Buddhism.

I've been studying it for almost a year now. The fact that it teaches independence and positivity is something most religion lacks. Not an attack on Christianity but I was born into a Christian household and it really angered me how it taught us literally everything we do is wrong and we should FEAR this God I don't even know. Buddhism is great.

I would like to learn more about Buddhism. It fascinates me.

My whole family is..
Im asian so its not a suprise :P

Yes, I am

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No you dont, buddhism isnt as strict as other religions in the sense that you need to strictly adhere to any "rules", they are set to be more of a guideline.

I believe they do promote to not eat meat though

I want to become one. I practice meditation.

I want to be one. Christianity is so.. No hate, it's just so strict and judgmental.

I was raised Buddhist! Theravada Buddhist to be exact, actually, but I'm not a really devout one.
There's a gorgeous Cambodian temple in my state and we'd always travel down for holidays and festivals, usually praying with the monks in the morning. I'd always skip to go buy a cup of bubble tea from the food stalls though, haha.

I'm intrigued by Buddhism and their consciousness and meditation beliefs. Its very scientifically appealing

Im reading on it and hope to begin my path as soon as i can