Turn your inner critic into your biggest fan

Who is that voice talking in your head? You know who I am talking about. The one that says things to you that no one else dare say. The one that ignores your triumphs and accomplishments and nitpicks every little thing you do wrong. You don’t need to live with the constant nagging and criticism. [...]

The Present

With the proximity of Christmas this title most likely conjured up thoughts of a gift you received or a gift you gave. However, I am referring to the present as the greatest of gifts. As I try to meditate I am often plagued by thoughts of the past and worry of the future. Only by [...]

The Spirit of the Season All Year Long

There is a special spirit this time of year as people turn their focus to those in need, to gift giving and making merry. For the most part people are more friendly and kind. Sure there is the occasional Scrooge who is more focused on the hustle and bustle and how stressful everything is. But [...]

The Blessings of Adversity

When we are in the midst of a trial it is difficult to see the great blessing that it can be. Today I was talking to a family where the father is undergoing treatment for colon cancer. Just barely one month into a six month regime they were telling me of the great blessing this [...]

Make thanks-giving routine

We should be grateful everyday not just one day a year. Gratitude is a powerful emotion that has the ability to help us see what great blessings we have and to minimize our obstacles and adversity. When we nurture feelings of thankfulness we also have a greater ability to solve our own problems and not [...]

Staying Postive in Tough Times

Today marks the day that I start to post on a more regular basis. Thanks to the many readers who have urged me to post more often.
Please come back often as I will be posting practical tips and advice on how to be happy and how to handle the general ups-and-downs of everyday life [...]

Be Happy by Stop Making Comparisons

True success and achievement is not about being better than someone else; it is about being better today than you were yesterday. Comparing yourself to anyone else is self-defeating, as there will always be someone faster, smarter, better looking, wealthier, and healthier than you. I know this is easier said that done because the world [...]

No ‘thing’ can Make you Happy

Nothing will make you happy. Happiness comes from the inside. Actually, it is better said that no thing can make you happy. Don’t live the fantasy thinking that your next job, your next promotion, a bigger house, car, or some other material thing can make you happy. It becomes a never-ending pursuit. Once you achieve [...]

Welcome to The Happiness Blog by Kirk Wilkinson

Welcome to The Happiness Blog. Over the coming weeks and months check back often as I share with you ways to be happy no matter what! That’s right, no matter what your circumstances you can be happy. Perhaps you are happy already and are looking for ways to make that happiness last. Or, maybe you [...]