Desire, the root cause of sorrow

These words of Buddha is quoted widely. It never felt relevant to me when I was young. But now having seen life a lot more, I am finally getting it. It feels more meaningful.

Do you feel that desire is the root cause of all sorrows?

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hippyjoe1955 · 70-79, M

It doesn't matter. There is nothing wrong with sorrow or grief. They need to be experienced just as much as joy and contentment.

Renkon · M

@hippyjoe1955 But if can avoid sorrow, wouldn't that be preferable?
"There is nothing wrong with sorrow or grief" This is true.

hippyjoe1955 · 70-79, M

@Renkon Why would you want to avoid sorrow? Serious question.