Religion affects the lives of its followers by...

1. Reason 1

1.1. buddhisms understanding of life is everything is just suffering and the 4 noble truths is the way to end it.

2. Reason 2

2.1. peacefullly existing would be hard if everyone wants power.

3. Reason 3

3.1. the new testament number six shows how if you end up getting blessed you will not need water or food becasue you will be blessed