Don't Sweat the Small Stuff

by Richard Carlson

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff Book and Workbook by Richard Carlson. Do't Sweat the Small Stuff..and it's all small stuff is a book that shows you how to keep from letting the little things in life drive you crazy. In thoughtful and insightful language, author Richard Carlson reveals ways to calm down in the midst of your incredibly hurried, stress-filled life. You can learn to put things in perspective by making the small daily changes he suggests, including advice such as "Think of your problems as potential teachers; Remember that when you die, your in box won't be empty; and Do one thing at a time. You should also try to live in the present moment, let others have the glory at times, and lower your tolerance to stress. You can write down your most stubborn positions and see if you can soften them, learn to trust your intutions, and live each day as if it might be your last. With gentle, supportive suggestions, Dr. Carlson reveals ways to make your actions more peaceful and caring, with the added benefit of making your life more calm and stress-free.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Richard Carlson was an American author, psychotherapist, and motivational speaker. His book, Don't Sweat the Small Stuff... and it's all Small Stuff (1997), was USA Today's bestselling book for two consecutive years and spent over 101 weeks on the New York Times Best Seller list. It was published in 135 countries and translated into Latvian, Polish, Icelandic, Serbian and 26 other languages. Carlson went on to write 20 books.

Reviews

[Paige · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is not a stress management manual (as I had expected). It's 100 short "strategies" for being a more kind, peaceful, and loving person. Lots of the strategies are about reframing/adjusting mental models. The trick with a book like this is actually using the strategies instead of reading them all and forgetting them. Thinking of leaving this on my bedside table through 2015.

[LaKeshaRenee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick and easy read that makes you ask the question, Will this matter 1 year from now. This book will make you reflect and dig deeper into your soul for answers about who you really are, what matters most to you and why.

[Roberta R. Carr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love Richard Carlson's pop psychology. His small bites of common sense strengthen you.

[Don Gubler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Puts things in perspective.

[Rebecca Carney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read. Made me think about my life in that I like to overreact on tiny things.

[Kari Napier · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well this book started out pretty great and the little mini chapters were quite insightful and motivating for me.....but somewhere around page 130ish, it became so difficult to want to finish and I was having a hard time getting through the last half. 3.5 stars from me

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book! There are short 2-4 page anecdotes about how to “keep the little things from taking over your life”. It’s an easy read, and great to have on hand. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for ways to relax more and stress less.

[Sara Mccord · Rating 4 out of 5]

A little bit repetitive, but otherwise good.

[Emmyland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best self help book, stupidly gave this one to a pointless fling and never saw it again. Re-puchased and now there is a que of family and friends, who wanna read this :/ MUCH RECOOMENDO

[Helen Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

One to read and re read, keep on hand to remind ourselves not to get cross with our own and others failings.

[Aaron A. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pretty good book depending on your own perspective. This book gives you a chance to think and operate in situations differently and that comes with your maturity levels. The book was great!!

[Jon Robnett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Reminds you to take a chill pill

[Asia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast read and good tips to reducing stress and becoming a nicer human to be around.

[Holistic Happiness Fran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book. I recommend keeping on the coffee table. Each chapter is short and can be read in a few minutes, however.... take some time afterwards to fully take in what has been written

[Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Understated. I wish more people would read this book. Easy, practical and so straightforward you’d think some of these ideas are rather obvious until you realize they’re not.

[Nadzfar Hayudini Totong · Rating 5 out of 5]

You won't regret buying it.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Similar advice to The Happiness Trap but less applicability. Fun though--with its quick flipability!

[Cathy Routh · Rating 2 out of 5]

Repetitive

[Kristin · Rating 2 out of 5]

just ok. nothing earth shattering. each chapter is just a 1 1/2 pages

[Darshan · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a beautiful perspective to life... totally loved it

[Florin Grigoriu · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good how to book on equinimity, with references to meditation, mindfulness