The real intention of Buddhist practice entails breaking free from these restraints of self-attachment, thus embracing a completely new life.

[Dharma Talk at Jianxing Hall]
When someone is anxious to outdo others, they get attached to results, refuse to back down, hate to be belittled, and strive for perfection in order to prove themselves, thus causing suffering. The real intention of Buddhist practice entails breaking free from these restraints of self-attachment, thus embracing a completely new life.