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269 🧭 Navigating Grief and Life Transitions with Kristine Carlson

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In this heartfelt and deeply inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the legendary Kristine Carlson, co-author of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series, which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Together, they explore how to navigate life’s biggest challenges with grace, mindfulness, and resilience—especially during midlife transitions. Kristine opens up about the sudden loss of her husband, Dr. Richard Carlson, and how she moved through grief to discover deeper purpose, peace, and joy.

You’ll also hear about her newest book, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Every Day, which offers daily inspiration to help you shift your mindset, calm your inner chaos, and live intentionally. From spiritual insights to simple daily habits, this episode is packed with gentle wisdom for anyone who’s ready to stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing the beauty of the present moment.

šŸ‘‰ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How to live mindfully and stop reacting to life
  • Why grief can be a powerful teacher and a path to purpose
  • The surprising story behind the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff legacy
  • Simple ways to calm your mind and reclaim your joy
  • How daily intention and small shifts lead to big transformation

šŸ‘‰ Connect with Kristine

https://dontsweat.com

šŸ·ļø Special Discount for my listeners! Use code THANKYOU40 at checkout on dontsweat.com for 40% all Don't Sweat products – good for one time use.

Instagram: @dontsweat_small stuff and @kristine_carlson

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristineTeriCarlson and https://www.facebook.com/dontsweatsmall

šŸ“š Ready to write your book? Join The Book Incubator, a 10-week live program led by NYT bestselling author Kristine Carlson and top editor Debra Evans! Get expert guidance from idea to publication. The next session runs April 2 - June 4, 2025—don’t miss your chance! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/bookdoulas

✨ Favorite Quotes:

ā€œYou can’t prepare for loss, but how you live every day shapes how you return to joy.ā€ – Kristine Carlson

ā€œGrief is like a house cleaner for all the tears you never shed.ā€ – Kristine Carlson

ā€œThe simplest teachings are often the most profound.ā€ – Wendy Valentine

šŸ“£ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

šŸŽ™ļø Visit themidlifemakeovershow.com for more inspiring episodes.

🌟 Explore All Things Midlife & More

wendyvalentine.com

šŸ“– Grab Your Copy of Women Waking Up

womenwakingup.com

šŸ§˜ā€ā™€ļø Find Your Inner Calm with FREEDOM Meditations

freedommeditations.com

šŸ”„ Step Into Your Best Life with FREEDOM at Midlife

freedomatmidlife.com

šŸ¦øā€ā™€ļø Unleash Your Midlife Superpowers!

mysuperheroquiz.com

šŸŽ„ Watch, Learn & Laugh on YouTube!

midlifemakeoveryoutube.com

šŸ“ø Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG!

@wendy_valentine_

šŸ›ļø Shop My Favorite Midlife Must-Haves!

amazon.wendyvalentine.com

šŸŽ¤ Know Someone Inspiring? Nominate a Guest!

midlifemakeoverguest.com

ā­ļø Love the Show? Leave a 5-Star Review!

reviewtheshow.com

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In this heartfelt and deeply inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the legendary Kristine Carlson, co-author of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series, which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Together, they explore how to navigate life’s biggest challenges with grace, mindfulness, and resilience—especially during midlife transitions. Kristine opens up about the sudden loss of her husband, Dr. Richard Carlson, and how she moved through grief to discover deeper purpose, peace, and joy.

You’ll also hear about her newest book, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Every Day, which offers daily inspiration to help you shift your mindset, calm your inner chaos, and live intentionally. From spiritual insights to simple daily habits, this episode is packed with gentle wisdom for anyone who’s ready to stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing the beauty of the present moment.

šŸ‘‰ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • How to live mindfully and stop reacting to life
  • Why grief can be a powerful teacher and a path to purpose
  • The surprising story behind the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff legacy
  • Simple ways to calm your mind and reclaim your joy
  • How daily intention and small shifts lead to big transformation

šŸ‘‰ Connect with Kristine

https://dontsweat.com

šŸ·ļø Special Discount for my listeners! Use code THANKYOU40 at checkout on dontsweat.com for 40% all Don't Sweat products – good for one time use.

Instagram: @dontsweat_small stuff and @kristine_carlson

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristineTeriCarlson and https://www.facebook.com/dontsweatsmall

šŸ“š Ready to write your book? Join The Book Incubator, a 10-week live program led by NYT bestselling author Kristine Carlson and top editor Debra Evans! Get expert guidance from idea to publication. The next session runs April 2 - June 4, 2025—don’t miss your chance! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/bookdoulas

✨ Favorite Quotes:

ā€œYou can’t prepare for loss, but how you live every day shapes how you return to joy.ā€ – Kristine Carlson

ā€œGrief is like a house cleaner for all the tears you never shed.ā€ – Kristine Carlson

ā€œThe simplest teachings are often the most profound.ā€ – Wendy Valentine

šŸ“£ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

šŸŽ™ļø Visit themidlifemakeovershow.com for more inspiring episodes.

🌟 Explore All Things Midlife & More

wendyvalentine.com

šŸ“– Grab Your Copy of Women Waking Up

womenwakingup.com

šŸ§˜ā€ā™€ļø Find Your Inner Calm with FREEDOM Meditations

freedommeditations.com

šŸ”„ Step Into Your Best Life with FREEDOM at Midlife

freedomatmidlife.com

šŸ¦øā€ā™€ļø Unleash Your Midlife Superpowers!

mysuperheroquiz.com

šŸŽ„ Watch, Learn & Laugh on YouTube!

midlifemakeoveryoutube.com

šŸ“ø Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG!

@wendy_valentine_

šŸ›ļø Shop My Favorite Midlife Must-Haves!

amazon.wendyvalentine.com

šŸŽ¤ Know Someone Inspiring? Nominate a Guest!

midlifemakeoverguest.com

ā­ļø Love the Show? Leave a 5-Star Review!

reviewtheshow.com

  continue reading

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