There are three kinds of desire: Authentic desire is any wish or seeking that is in alignment with spiritual values -- particularly connectedness and universal consciousness. Authentic desire leads the soul toward the work it came here to do.
Venial desire is the pursuit of simple pleasures -- without significant negative consequences. It's enjoyment for the sake of enjoyment, a sweet indulgence in what our senses give us.
Compensatory desire seeks experiences that mask, numb, suppress, or control pain. It often takes the form of addiction or compulsion. Its role in suppression makes it reinforcing and hard to give up. This desire seeks without concern for outcomes.-- the damage to body, spirit, and relationships.
Identifying the type of desire is critical to mindful decision making.
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