Detach from desires, free from cravings from "summary" of Dao de Jing by Lao-Tzu,Laozi,Stephen Addiss
To detach from desires and be free from cravings is to find true contentment and peace within oneself. When we are constantly seeking after external pleasures and possessions, we are never truly satisfied. Our desires only lead to more desires, creating an endless cycle of wanting and chasing that can never be fulfilled. By letting go of our attachments to material things and fleeting pleasures, we can discover a deeper sense of fulfillment that comes from within. This is the path to true liberation and enlightenment. When we are no longer controlled by our cravings, we can live in harmony with the natural flow of life, without being swayed by every passing desire. Detachment does not mean indifference or apathy. It is a state of inner freedom that allows us to appreciate the beauty of the present moment without being consumed...
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