“The difference between theism and nontheism is not whether one does or does not believe in God.

It is an issue that applies to everyone, including both Buddhists and non-Buddhists.

Theism is a deep-seated conviction that there’s some hand to hold: if we just do the right things, someone will appreciate us and take care of us. "

“nontheism is relaxing with the ambiguity and uncertainty of the present moment without reaching for anything to protect ourselves.”
Pema Chodron