We suggest you turn to the Tao Teh Ching:
46. Horses When a nation follows the Way, Horses bear manure through its fields; When a nation ignores the Way, Horses bear soldiers through its streets. There is no greater mistake than following desire; There is no greater disaster than forgetting contentment; There is no greater sickness than seeking attainment; But one who is content to satisfy his needs Finds that contentment endures. -- tr. P. Merel