Desire leads to suffering from "summary" of Why Buddhism is True by Robert Wright
The human mind has a tendency to desire things, to crave for more and more. This desire can take many forms - material possessions, social status, physical pleasures, or even just the desire to be right. Fulfilling these desires may bring temporary satisfaction, but it is often short-lived. We soon find ourselves wanting something else, something more. This perpetual cycle of desire and fulfillment is what leads to suffering. When we desire something, we attach ourselves to it emotionally. We become dependent on it for our happiness and well-being. And when that desire is not met, we experience suffering - disappointment, frustration, anger, or sadness. Moreover, even when our desires are fulfilled, they only provide us with temporary pleasure. The happiness that comes from fulfilling a desire is fleeting, ...
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