Buddhist ethics

Buddhist ethics is a set of rules that Buddhists follow to help them live a good life. It teaches them to treat others with kindness and respect, and to help others who are in need. The main Buddhist ethical practices are 4 practices called the "Four Noble Truths":

1. We all have suffering in our lives.
2. Our suffering is caused by our attachments to things and our desire to have more than we need.
3. We can end our suffering by following Buddhist teachings and managing our attachments and desires.
4. We can practice meditation to gain insight and wisdom into how to follow these teachings.

Buddhists also practice the 5 precepts or "Five Pillars" which guide them on how to live in a way that does not harm anyone. These 5 precepts are:

1. Do not kill any living beings.
2. Do not take anything that does not belong to you.
3. Do not engage in sexual misconduct.
4. Do not lie or speak dishonestly.
5. Do not take any drugs or alcohol.

Buddhist ethics also teaches us to be mindful and practice compassion towards others. This means to be aware of our thoughts and actions, and to always think and behave in a way that helps others. Buddhists also practice meditating in order to gain inner peace and positivity.