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Dr Mark Williamson

@markrwilliamson.bsky.social
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Director of @actionhappiness.bsky.social Author of the Sunday Times #1 bestselling book: Make Life Happier 🌤️ Helping people change the world Cyclist & Aston Villa fan markwilliamson.net/make-life-happier

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Action for Happiness @actionhappiness.bsky.social · 45m
Are you kinder to everyone else than you are to yourself? Join us for a special event with behaviour change specialist Shahroo Izadi to learn practical tools for a kinder relationship with yourself actionforhappiness.org/how-be-kind-...
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How To Be Kind To Yourself
Are you kinder to everyone else than you are to yourself?Most of us assume the way to change is to be tough on ourselves - pushing harder and beating ourselves up when we fall short. But this usually ...
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 52m
If you want to build a new helpful habit, link it to something you already do regularly. ‘Habit-bundling’ turns good intentions into repeatable actions
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It’s helpful to stay hopeful and focus on what we can do, rather than just giving up or pretending things are fine. Here’s my latest article, on how to be a “realistic optimist” makelifehappier.substack.com/p/how-to-be-...
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How to be a realistic optimist
We can see what’s wrong without losing sight of what’s right. We can accept how things are and still take action to make life better.
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Ways to build optimism: 🌈 Choose the helpful response 🎯 Focus on realistic solutions ☔️ Challenge negative assumptions 👥 Look for like-minded people 😇 Find inspiring role models 🙏 Practice daily generosity
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
When you’re clear about what really matters, you find more freedom to let go of the other stuff
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Focus less on what you lack and more on what you have; less on what you can’t do and more on what you can
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
It’s good to treat people how you’d like to be treated. It’s even better to treat them how THEY like to be treated
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
For people to trust you when you say Yes, you need to trust yourself to say No when needed
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It’s helpful to stay hopeful and focus on what we can do, rather than just giving up or pretending things are fine. Here’s my latest article, on how to be a “realistic optimist” makelifehappier.substack.com/p/how-to-be-...
makelifehappier.substack.com
How to be a realistic optimist
We can see what’s wrong without losing sight of what’s right. We can accept how things are and still take action to make life better.
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It’s not about having the best stuff. It’s about making the best of what you have
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Focus less on being interesting and more on being interested in other people
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Direction over speed. It's better to climb slowly up the right mountain than fast up the wrong one
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
You don’t need to wait to feel confident before you start. Action builds confidence, so take the next step
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
We often over-estimate our future capacity. Make things calmer by committing to slightly fewer things
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Prioritise time with loved ones and friends. Our social health is just as important as our physical health
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Being willing to say No helps you say Yes to what matters
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
You can’t change what happened, but you can change how you respond
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Take the next small step. A little bit of something is better than a lot of nothing
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Stay hopeful. The challenges you’re facing now have the potential to help you learn, grow and build resilience. Things can and do change
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Being willing to change your mind shows wisdom and strength, not weakness
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
When someone says something critical, they are usually expressing a wish or need. Rather than taking it personally or getting defensive, try to see what’s behind it. It may not be about you
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
The ordinary moments vastly outnumber the extraordinary ones. The more you can appreciate them the more enjoyable everyday life becomes
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Feeling anxious? The good news is there are practical things we can do that really help. I very much enjoyed - and learnt a lot from - my conversation with Dr Sian Williams. Please help spread the word youtu.be/kxBeG9e8RrI
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Living Well With Anxiety - Dr Sian Williams
YouTube video by Action for Happiness
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
“Practice makes better” (There is no perfect)
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
People usually don’t want you to fix their problems, they want to feel heard
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Looking forward to this 🙌
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Humanists UK @humanists.uk · 14/09/2026
On 30 November, join us online as @andrewcopson.bsky.social talks with Dr Mark Williamson, co-founder of @actionhappiness.bsky.social, about building a society where wellbeing comes first. Book your place now. humanists.uk/events/in-co...
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In conversation with Mark Williamson
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today, ask yourself: What could I do to make this more enjoyable?
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Mental strength is less about battling through and more about letting go
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Habits are the foundation for wellbeing. To make big life changes, start with small daily habits
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Spread kindness freely. It ripples out and returns in unexpected ways
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
You can reduce the annoyance of other people’s beliefs by increasing your understanding of why they believe them
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Focus less on what happened (which you can’t change) and more on how you respond (which you can)
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Getting daylight early in the day resets our circadian rhythm. So you can help yourself sleep well tonight from the moment you wake up! ☀️😴
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
If you want to guide or influence someone, the most important step is to understand their point of view. Listen with curiosity and patience
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Focus on intrinsic motivation. Do things because they really matter to you, rather than to please or impress others
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
It’s the little things that make life big. Remember to appreciate them
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Notice where your focus is. When you have more control over your attention, you have more control over your life
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Habits matter. Small daily actions often lead to more lasting positive outcomes than big one-off changes
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Whatever happens today, focus on helping things work out as well as possible in the circumstances
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Your behaviour changes the world more than your opinions
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
“Physically active holidays are usually better for wellbeing. If you include some walking, cycling, swimming, exploring you’re more likely to get back feeling refreshed” - nice to be quoted on the BBC today www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Feeling nostalgic for summer? How to beat the back-to-work blues
Going back to work after a summer holiday can be tricky - here are a few tips to make it easier.
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Don’t compare how you feel with how others appear on the outside. Everyone is dealing with stuff that isn’t on show
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Prioritise time with friends and time outdoors whenever possible
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
It helps to keep a sense of everyday optimism. When I tell myself “it’s going to be a good day” I help to make this more likely, while still leaving space to adjust and respond as needed
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
The stressed version of you isn’t the best version of you. Focus on removing stressors rather than adding new ones
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Some activities are meaningful but not very enjoyable. Others are enjoyable but not very meaningful. Try to spend less time on things that are neither
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
When I blame others, I lose my agency. When I take responsibility for what I can do, I build my agency
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Ordinary moments are precious. Remember to enjoy doing everyday things, rather than just getting them done
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Dr Mark Williamson @markrwilliamson.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
You don’t need to have it all figured out. Just take the next small step
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