Most of us think "I'll be grateful when I have something to be happy about". Modern psychology and the ancient texts of Buddhism both argue that it's the gratitude that comes first, and this is what brings true happiness.

World renowned Tibetan Buddhist monk Venerable Lama Sumati Marut explains the most profound philosophical texts of Buddhism in lay person's terms with great humor and compassion.

Podcast taken from a Public talk given by Lama Marut called 'Inciting Happiness', July 5th 2012 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

You can listen to the full teaching at:

http://legacy.mahasukha.org/medialib/index.php/av_media/AudioDisplay/?maxposts=20&teacher=2

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