Synopses & Reviews
For women everywhere: Encouraging and soothing advice on reducing stress and increasing enjoyment, from the co-author of the New York Times bestseller Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love.
With more than 12 million copies sold and still going strong, the Don't Sweat the Small Stuff series has helped countless readers rethink the way they address lifes big and small problems. Now in a book written specifically for women, Kristine Carlson offers the same calming and encouraging advice in 100 short and spirited essays. Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Women addresses such important and timely issues as balancing family and work demands, debating effectively with spouses and partners, dealing with children and friendships, finding time for reflection and self-care, and much more. With clever and memorable titles as Don't Be a Backseat Driver (Unless It Could Save Your Life), Know Your Hot Spots, Make Peace with the Mundane, and Stop Comparing Yourself to the Media Measuring Stick, Kristine Carlson helps readers focus on what's really important, keep in touch with their feelings, live with spirit, and--when all else fails--learn to laugh. A true life-saver, this potent book is full of sage advice and comforting thoughts, from one busy woman to another.
Synopsis
Examining the stresses and burdens that women are often confronted with--whether in the boardroom or the office bullpen, in relationships, or among friends-
-New York Times bestselling author Kris Carlson gives you proven strategies for balancing yourself within a chaotic world and finding ways do what you like best. Her insights include:
- How to stop comparing yourself to the media measuring stick
- How to keep your well-being intact
- How to create memories for your children
- How to avoid getting over-committee-d
- How to fancy your femininity
Synopsis
Featured in Don't Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story starring Heather Locklear, premiering on Lifetime Examining the stresses and burdens that women are often confronted with--whether in the boardroom or the office bullpen, in relationships, or among friends--New York Times bestselling author Kris Carlson gives you proven strategies for balancing yourself within a chaotic world and finding ways do what you like best. Her insights reveal how to:
- Stop comparing yourself to the media measuring stick
- Keep your well-being intact
- Create memories for yourself and those you love
- Avoid getting over-committee-d
About the Author
Richard Carlson, Ph.D., was the author of the bestselling
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff series. He passed away in 2006.
Kristine Carlson has a gift for creating lifelong relationships and is very dedicated to her family, friendships, and personal growth. She loves riding horses, running, and solitude. Richard and Kris were married for over 21 years. She lives in Northern California.