Just like there can be
no smoke without fire,
there can be
no misery without Desire.
What is the cause of misery? Why do we get so disappointed and upset? If we reflect, every time we desire or crave for something and it is not fulfilled, we become unhappy. Most of us realize that craving causes misery, but isn't it ironical that we continue to crave? In the beginning, we are peaceful. Then our desires create ripples and we think we are enjoying this excitement. Eventually, when the desires are not fulfilled, we cry. All desires can never be fulfilled and therefore, if we want to overcome misery, we must overcome desire. Those who live dispassionately, with detachment, overcoming desires are the ones who transcend suffering and move forward blissfully.