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269 š§ 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 Donāt Sweat the Small Stuff series, which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Together, they explore how to navigate lifeās biggest challenges with grace, mindfulness, and resilienceāespecially 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.
Youāll also hear about her newest book, Donāt 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 whoās ready to stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing the beauty of the present moment.
š What Youāll 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 Donāt 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
š Connect with Kristine
š·ļø Special Discount for my listeners! Use code THANKYOU40 at checkout on dontsweat.com for 40% all Don't Sweat products ā good for one time use.
Instagram: @dontsweat_small stuff and @kristine_carlson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristineTeriCarlson and https://www.facebook.com/dontsweatsmall
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, 2025ādonāt miss your chance! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/bookdoulas
⨠Favorite Quotes:
āYou canāt prepare for loss, but how you live every day shapes how you return to joy.ā ā Kristine Carlson
āGrief is like a house cleaner for all the tears you never shed.ā ā Kristine Carlson
āThe simplest teachings are often the most profound.ā ā Wendy Valentine
š£ Donāt forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
šļø Visit themidlifemakeovershow.com for more inspiring episodes.
š Explore All Things Midlife & More
š Grab Your Copy of Women Waking Up
š§āāļø Find Your Inner Calm with FREEDOM Meditations
š„ Step Into Your Best Life with FREEDOM at Midlife
š¦øāāļø Unleash Your Midlife Superpowers!
š„ Watch, Learn & Laugh on YouTube!
šø Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG!
šļø Shop My Favorite Midlife Must-Haves!
š¤ Know Someone Inspiring? Nominate a Guest!
āļø Love the Show? Leave a 5-Star Review!
285 episodes
Manage episode 472598157 series 3490791
In this heartfelt and deeply inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the legendary Kristine Carlson, co-author of the Donāt Sweat the Small Stuff series, which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Together, they explore how to navigate lifeās biggest challenges with grace, mindfulness, and resilienceāespecially 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.
Youāll also hear about her newest book, Donāt 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 whoās ready to stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing the beauty of the present moment.
š What Youāll 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 Donāt 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
š Connect with Kristine
š·ļø Special Discount for my listeners! Use code THANKYOU40 at checkout on dontsweat.com for 40% all Don't Sweat products ā good for one time use.
Instagram: @dontsweat_small stuff and @kristine_carlson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristineTeriCarlson and https://www.facebook.com/dontsweatsmall
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, 2025ādonāt miss your chance! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/bookdoulas
⨠Favorite Quotes:
āYou canāt prepare for loss, but how you live every day shapes how you return to joy.ā ā Kristine Carlson
āGrief is like a house cleaner for all the tears you never shed.ā ā Kristine Carlson
āThe simplest teachings are often the most profound.ā ā Wendy Valentine
š£ Donāt forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
šļø Visit themidlifemakeovershow.com for more inspiring episodes.
š Explore All Things Midlife & More
š Grab Your Copy of Women Waking Up
š§āāļø Find Your Inner Calm with FREEDOM Meditations
š„ Step Into Your Best Life with FREEDOM at Midlife
š¦øāāļø Unleash Your Midlife Superpowers!
š„ Watch, Learn & Laugh on YouTube!
šø Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG!
šļø Shop My Favorite Midlife Must-Haves!
š¤ Know Someone Inspiring? Nominate a Guest!
āļø Love the Show? Leave a 5-Star Review!
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