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Hi, BatteredRose. There are some who would say that if you believe in reincarnation at all, you're not in agreement with Buddha's teachings on that point, at least, and maybe should study the concept of anatta to understand why and how the Buddha denied reincarnation. The Buddha refuted reincarnation and described rebirth, which is not a transmigration of a being or soul-like identity.

Both Theravada and Mahayana have some who formulate creative ways to wedge in something of an identity that gets reborn, but this is often just a play on words designed to keep the hope of future lives alive. It's reincarnation. Some say that it's clinging to being, which is something that prevents final liberation.

I know you're new to Buddhism, BatteredRose, and this gets pretty complicated. Nevertheless, it's worthwhile to sort it all out. I can't think of anything else in life more worthwhile to spend one's energy on.