When we develop attachment, hatred or passions for worldly objects, we hinder the spiritual progress of the soul. When we are under the influence of passions, our intellect becomes irrational, we become vicious by nature. Thus, passions are the greatest enemies of the soul and we should save ourselves from their influences. Affinity, attachment, hatred, and aversion are the roots of passion. We develop affinity and hatred for things due to our distorted attitude, ignorance, and false perception and knowledge.
Humans are opportunistic and when they are deprived of what they like they react with anger.
In the same way when they do not get the fame they think they deserve, their ego get hurt and they react accordingly. One who has conquered attachment or liking can be said to have conquered everything. Passions are caused by the maturation of previous Mohniya Karma. Therefore, instead of reacting with more passion we should stay tranquil in order to break the cycle which causes new karmas. Our aim should be to stop the new karmas from coming in.