Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff with Kristine Carlson

Messages can come through in many forms like signs, symbols, strong gut feelings, or phrases. Yet so many of us struggle to hear –  and trust – our inner voice. As seen on The Real Housewives of Orange County, intuitive coach Lisa Huscher comes on the show to help women in midlife unlock the power of their intuition so they connect to their truest, most radiant self.  In today’s episode, you’ll le...

Are you unknowingly holding yourself back from shining your brightest? In this soul-stirring episode in The Inner Radiance Series, your host Kristine Carlson sits down with acclaimed life and sales coach Tiffany Peterson for an inspiring conversation. Together, they dive into what it really takes for women to radiate in their second act—with more self-worth, purpose, and confidence than ever befor...

As women in midlife, we can find ourselves weighed down by the constant cycle of overthinking, overfunctioning, and holding space for everyone else but ourselves.  Kristine dives deep into how these patterns can hold you back from fully shining in your life. Listen in and uncover: How to recognize the unfulfilling relationships, unhealthy attachments and other stressors that are weighing you down....

Welcome to The Inner Radiance Series – a brand-new series on the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff, Live the Big Stuff podcast hosted by Kristine Carlson.  In this special kickoff episode, Kristine introduces her exciting new brand “Radiance Reboot” created to help women in midlife embrace the power of transformation in their 40s and beyond.  If you’re ready to align with your highest self so you reclai...

Formerly named Peta’s Sexiest Vegan Over 50 (at the age of 66), Victoria Moran is an esteemed expert on preserving vitality in every decade. She joins Kristine on the show today to share how we can use the wisdom of Ayurvedic medicine to transform our lives at any age. Listen in, and discover your unique dosha type so you can learn to eat, move, and age like a yogi!    Her new book Age Like a Yogi...

Toxic relationships leave us feeling drained, worn out, and unfulfilled. However, in some cases they can be healed. Kristine shares how to take personal responsibility and nurture your own mental health and well-being while repairing your most challenging relationship. 

Our relationships with others all reflect the relationship we have with ourselves. Kristine sits down with bestselling self-love teacher, Shannon Kaiser to discuss how we can cultivate our inner world so we receive better treatment from others. Learn how to stop being an enabler, how to set healthy boundaries, and how to foster the fulfilling connections you deserve.   

Is a victim mentality destroying your relationship? World-renowned expert thyroid expert and bestselling author of The Paleo Thyroid Solution and Confident As Fu*k, Elle Russ joins Kristine on the show. She shares how we can use ancestral health wisdom to help us move on from a victim mindset in our most important connections.

Peace begins within. Kristine sits down with mindfulness mentor Hunter Clarke-Fields to uncover how we can manage our own stress and anxiety so we bring our best to the world. Learn the proven practices that will help you foster harmony in your most important relationships.  Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host of the Mindful Mama Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, # 1 bestselling author of...

So you’ve decided to leave your toxic relationship. What now? Kristine shares 3 self-love practices to help you rebuild and renew your spirit after walking away from an unhealthy connection. These exercises will help you along your path from heartbreak to wholeness, as you shift from victimhood to being the hero in your own story.

Can a toxic relationship be healed into a healthy one? Yes, but only under certain conditions! Kristine shares 3 factors to help you determine whether transformation is possible in your relationship. Listen in and explore your next steps forward to living your most fulfilled life.

When it comes to relationships, it can be all too easy to ignore red flags – but at what cost? Over time, unhealthy relationships take a significant toll on our mental, physical, and even spiritual health. Kris reveals the warning signs of a toxic relationship that you shouldn’t ignore, and how to identify if you’re in one. She shares her best wisdom to help you protect your self-worth, so you foc...

We’ve all heard the expression, “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” But why is it so hard to put ourselves first? Kristine shares what it’s like to be in the “sandwich generation”; that is, caring for aging parents and children at the same time. She reveals the daily rituals that help her unwind, relax, and reconnect to herself.

You know your zodiac sign, but do you know your personal year number for the year ahead?  In this two part series, Kristine sits down with professional numerologist Michele Landers to uncover the secrets behind this ancient mystical science.  Listen in and learn how to use this sacred “self-help tool”, so you uncover the deeper meanings that numbers have in your life - shaping your personality, li...

You know your zodiac sign, but do you know your personal year number for the year ahead?  In this two part series, Kristine sits down with professional numerologist Michele Landers to uncover the secrets behind this ancient mystical science.  Listen in and learn how to use this sacred “self-help tool”, so you uncover the deeper meanings that numbers have in your life - shaping your personality, li...

Curious to try Dry January? Even if you’re not ready to give it up forever, the new year is a great time to re-evaluate your relationship to alcohol. Sobriety coach, host of The Hello Someday podcast (and former “red-wine girl”) Casey McGuire Davidson joins the show today to explain how you can take a break from alcohol this month. She shares her best advice on how to stop drinking, the surprising...

Founder of Women on Fire, Debbie Phillips is an author and executive life coach dedicated to providing community and support for women worldwide.  Formerly a successful reporter and deputy press secretary, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff became Debbie’s companion as she developed her coaching practice; providing inspiration, encouragement, and daily actionable tactics for a better life. Learn how you...

Bestselling author Robyn Openshaw and founder of “Green Smoothie Girl” is a sought-after expert on a mission to help others look and feel their youngest. She shares how she found strength in Dr. Richard Carlson’s words in Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff during a difficult divorce. Listen in to this heartfelt conversation between two women living their most vibrant, sovereign lives.  Coming Soon: 365 d...

Need the inspiration to make a major life change? Adam Markle left his multi-million dollar law firm to pursue a passion for teaching and transformation. Today, he’s recognized as a bestselling author, speaker, and CEO of one of the largest personal development organizations worldwide! He shares how the teachings in Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff in Money helped him become more resilient; helping him...

Creator of the wildly popular fitness series P90X®, Tony Horton comes on the show today to share how Don’t Sweat wisdom has helped his rise to an adored health and fitness guru. You’ll leave inspired to pursue your own personal development journey for a vibrant, productive, and fulfilling life.  Coming Soon: 365 daily reflections from the best-loved wisdom in the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series...

Don’t Sweat readers worldwide adored the chapter “Adopt a Child Through the Mail” where Dr. Richard Carlson praised his favorite organization, Children Incorporated. Little did Richard realize, that just this one mention in the book resulted in thousands of sponsorships and donations over the years! The President and CEO of Children Incorporated, Ron Carter comes on the show and shares the positiv...

Worldwide renowned holistic nutritionist and certified personal trainer JJ Virgin is on a mission to change the way the world approaches aging and longevity. Like never before, she opens up about her own personal development and healing journey to inspire yours. Learn how she used Don’t Sweat wisdom to strengthen her sense of resilience and positivity in difficult times – and how you can, too.   ...

Over the next several weeks, we’ll be replaying a popular series celebrating the 20th anniversary of the NY Times BestSelling book series: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff! Listen in for interviews with inspirational people who share their experiences and love for their Don’t Sweat journey! Coming Soon: 365 daily reflections from the best-loved wisdom in the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series. Pre-orde...

What are you holding on to in your life? Unhealthy attachments lower our manifesting ability; signaling to the universe that we are vibrating on a level of fear and scarcity. However, you can take small, inspired steps to help you let go so you allow the natural flow of life to light your path forward. Listen in and increase your magnetism! 

What do you want to attract into your life? Kristine Carlson shares practical tools (including automatic writing, visualization, and meditation) to align with your deepest desires so you manifest them into reality. By dedicating just a few moments to these each day, you can create a more welcoming mental state to attract positive outcomes.