How is Buddhism different from other faiths?

To understand the simplest difference between Buddhism is to see Buddhism as a "religion of action to solve problems of reason" rather than a religion of prayer.

To visualize it clearly, I would like to summarize the differences into three main points and how to apply them:

1.Point of origin and belief: "ego" vs "anutta"

Most religions in the world are theistic, believing that there is a God who creates and destinates life, but Buddhism is an atheism. * Difference: We do not believe that anyone gives us fortune or punishment, but believe in the law of karma. Everything is based on cause and factor.

Pivotal: Buddhism emphasizes anatta, or the absence of a permanent self, everything constantly changing (vanity), while many religions emphasize immortal souls.

2.Supreme goal: "Heaven" vs "Nirvana"

Other Religions: Often emphasize going together with God, or going to live in a happy land (paradise) forever.

Buddhism: Seeing heaven or hell as a temporary "passage," the ultimate goal is Nirvana, to break free from the cycle of suffering and extinguishment, a state of peace and cleanest mind.

3. Compare to see clearly

Buddhism: Supreme Dependency, Self (Self-Dependency) / Judgment Principles, Law of Karma (Cause and Effect) / How to Exterminate, Mental and Intellectual Training (Introspection) / Attitudes to Life, Accept the Truth to Let Go

Majority Theistic Religion: Sacred Things / God's Will / Faith and Pleading / Following Instruction to Approach God

4.How to put it into practice in everyday life (Simple Edition)

Buddhism is not just worship or prayer, but "mental administration." You can start with these three principles:

A. Living with "consciousness" (Mindfulness)

How to do: When angry, know that you are angry, when you are tired, you know that you are tired, you do not have to pressure yourself, just "watch" the emotions that occur and go out.

The result: you will make fewer mistakes and not be a slave to emotions.

B. Understand "cause and effect."

How to do: Stop blaming fate or waiting for miracles. What kind of effect do you want to create, such as wanting to be healthy?

Results: You will feel yourself actually "in control of the game" of life. Don't sit around waiting for invisible hope.

C. Practice "Letting Go"

How to do: Understand that everything "happens and goes off." When you encounter a bad thing, tell yourself, "It will pass." And when you find a good thing, don't forget it.

Results: The mind is lighter, more comfortable, not attached to expectations until suffering.

In a nutshell: Buddhism is a "psychology" that teaches us to understand the truth of nature so that we can live in a chaotic world in peace with our own wisdom.