Let go of attachment to ego and desires from "summary" of Buddha Is as Buddha Does by Surya Das
The concept of letting go of attachment to ego and desires is central to the teachings of Buddha. When we are attached to our ego, we are constantly seeking validation and approval from others. This attachment causes us to constantly compare ourselves to others and feel a sense of lack or inadequacy. We are always striving to be better than others, to have more than others, to be the best. This attachment to ego creates a never-ending cycle of craving and desire. We are always seeking external validation to fill the void within ourselves. We become consumed by our desires, always wanting more and more. This constant craving for external validation and material possessions keeps us stuck in a cycle of suffering. By letting go of attachment to ego and desires, we free o...
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