Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff…and It’s All Small Stuff: Simple Things to Keep the Little Things from Taking Over Your Life Audiobook

" This book gives bad advice, is poorly written, and doesn't measure up to the experiences found in similar books. Sorry but I just never got the wisdom in 'keeping little things from taking over my life'. I thought 'little things' were what defined the meaningful. "

" Also good advice "

" Impressive and creative, Richard Carlson is brilliant. "

" Interesting ideas and suggestions in this collection of one hundred 1-2 page essays, primarily about changing your attitudes towards the stresses of day to day life. My favorites: Consider the glass already broken (since this is inevitable) and take time for thoughtful thank yous every day. "

" I am VERY guilty of "Sweating the Small Stuff." I've been trying some of the techniques listed and it is definitely helping. As he says in the book, though, this is a process. Don't expect to be peaceful and loving right away. I have a feeling this book will be read many times over. :-) "

" I tried I really did but things just started getting repetitive. "

" change my life ! "

" This is a very good book to read to de-stress your mind. "

" I was not a fan. Normally, I love inspirational books but this was just so cheesy and cliche. Bleh! "

" i love this book. i learn not to take things so serius "

" Great insights by a man who died at the young age of 40. 100 ideas (short passages) that will make you rethink what really matters, or what doesn't. "

" Basic common-sense tips with anecdotal evidence. "

" Ok, so I don't agree with every single one of Carlson's suggestions. But this quick read is a useful manual on "how not to freak out all the time". I find the ideas here helpful and actionable. A valuable pocket guide in the hectic life of an MBA student. "

" This book is really good at giving direction on minimizing stress and realizing that everything is not an emergency or a crisis. "

" This book is a gold mine of practical and helpful suggestions on getting along in this world with a more peaceful attitude and joy. Highly recommended. "

" Small and wonderful. "

" Bingo! "

" I liked this sbook and tried to follow up all of its tips. "

" Good Book - a Good Destresser - Lighten up your day - should be read on a tough day. "

" This is one of the best books I have read. To the point, easy to understand, and there is truly something for everyone. I will be referring to this books for quite some time. "

" This was a really well written book with a lot of good ideas. I liked the way the author separated the ideas into small chapters for easy reading. "

" Makes a lot of sense, easy reading "

" A good book that can be read over and over again. "

" Very helpful and made you think about what is really important. "

" There was nothing earth-shattering here. It's all really common sense, for those who have it. But it's good to be reminded of these kinds of things, often. I like that there are short chapters that you can read quickly. This is one I'll be looking over again in the future. "