What makes us happy?

In order to be happy the Dali Lama maintains, that like a long distance runner you cannot get up one morning and decide to run a marathon without first training your body to go the distance. So why then should we consider that the same would not apply to being happy? To be happy he maintains you must also train your mind to be content.

Reading, meditation or training for spiritual gain is as an important part of your day as eating. But don't take my word for it! There are a lot smarter people than me that I can proffer as masters and experts on the subject. Over the next while we shall try to introduce you to some inspirational thinkers and masters.