From the Buddhist point of view, there is no possibility of permanent happiness as long as everything is controlled, influenced or governed by ignorance. Once ignorance is eliminated, nirvana is achieved. As long as the same mind is influenced by ignorance, and as long as that situation lasts, that is samsara.  As soon as ignorance is eliminated suffering ceases.”
Live in a Better Way, Dalai Lama

“You can’t be happy and resentful at the same time,” as Lama Marut wrote.

Nor can you simultaneously be happy and be angry.  But we do not always understand the consequences of our thoughts and actions stemming from attachment, anger, or other negative emotions.  This is how ignorance is the source of suffering.

ITunes has hundreds of Dharma talks for free.  The Bob Thurman Podcast is very easy to understand. Berkeley Buddhist Monastery currently has weekly lectures on the Ten Grounds chapters from the Avatamsaka Sutra. Also try the “wholesome listening, limitless potential” of Dharma Radio. For more podcasts check out our post Dharma On The Go!