u/Expensive_Pay_1446

Hey everyone the last few weeks i am reading a lot of books about budhisme and also try to go every Monday to a budishm meditation group. It has really helped me a lot with my life and gave me real and durable peace and a method to deal with hard things in life.

My question is when does one classify as being a budhist? I know that the label doesnt mean everything but i was still curious to hear your options.

For example i try to study the darma and live life with the teachings in mind. But i am also still a student and also like to party and sometimes drink. Are u a budisht only when you follow the teachings? Or is there some kind of ritual or practise time before you are a budhist?

Thanks for your answers in advance!