Noble truths
There are four noble truths to Buddhism. 1. Suffering and unhappiness are a part of life. 2. Suffering comes from our desires for pleasure and material goods. 3. People who overcome their desires and ignorance will reach nirvana, a state of perfect happiness.
The Eightfold Path
There are 8 steps to the eightfold path. 1. Right thought. Believe in the nature of existence as suffering and in the four noble truths. 2. Right intent. Incline toward goodness and kindness. 3. Right speech avoid lies and gossip.