"The blind pursuit of learning leads to excessive desires—the more you see, the more you want. Excessive desires, in turn, lead to anxiety and misery."

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Source: Derek Lin (2006). “Tao Te Ching”, p.40, SkyLight Paths Publishing

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Derek Lin is a prominent author and speaker known for his insights into Taoism and personal development, particularly through his work on 'The Tao of Pooh'.

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