I have never been sure how to classify myself, but I'm getting closer to claiming this path. I'm not surprised that you already claim it. Far as I can tell, it is more of a philosophy---or really, a practice, a method for attaining clarity and compassion---than it is a religion. There is no GOD to worship, no requirement that you accept any particular belief whatsoever....that's what I like about it. I heard on the radio yesterday that Australia has a lot of new Buddhists....