
Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff with Kristine Carlson
New York Times Best Selling Author, Kristine Carlson invites you to practice Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff Wisdom for simple ways to live your most vibrant life of joy.
Latest episodes

Oct 7, 2021 • 26min
Behind the Scenes of My Lifetime Movie with Heather Locklear playing Me
In today’s behind-the-scenes interview, Kristine Carlson sits down with renowned American actress Heather Locklear - and gets the full scoop on her much-anticipated return to television in the upcoming Lifetime Movie, Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story.
Widely celebrated for her roles in Melrose Place and Dynasty - with several Golden Globe nominations under her belt - Heather Locklear had revealed she was ‘fearful’ about her return to the small screen, telling People magazine: 'I don't know why I was so fearful of memorizing lines, about getting emotion across.'
Learn how Heather Locklear overcame her nerves and took a deep dive into her role as Kristine Carlson as a recent widow catapulted into grief, [and what it was like hanging out together!], and how the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series of books and Kristine Carlson’s memoir Heartbroken Open had deeply impacted her personal and spiritual growth.
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story premieres at Lifetime on October 16th! Read the real story, a true page-turner, and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at Amazon and KristineCarlson.com.

Sep 30, 2021 • 28min
Behind the Scenes of My Lifetime Movie - A Conversation with Kristine Carlson
In this special episode, Kristine Carlson’s producer Shann Vander Leek interviews her about her upcoming Lifetime Movie: Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story starring Heather Locklear.
Taking a turn in the “hot seat”, Kristine Carlson vulnerably shares what it’s like to have a Lifetime movie based on her raw, page-turning memoir, Heartbroken Open -- a courageous chronicle of return to life after the devastating loss of her husband and co-author of the bestselling Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series.
If you’re wondering what it’s like to work with Heather Locklear (in her highly-anticipated return to television, you won’t want to miss this episode!
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story premieres at Lifetime on October 16th! Read the real story, a true page-turner, and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at Amazon and KristineCarlson.com.

Sep 23, 2021 • 12min
Self-Care for the Soul: Why Meditate?
Meditation is the gateway to mindfulness. Along with providing a host of scientifically backed health benefits (like reducing the stress hormone, cortisol), regularly engaging in a meditation practice provides us with clarity and calm - no matter what’s happening in our lives.
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Sep 16, 2021 • 7min
Self-Care for the Soul: Nurture Your Spirit in Nature
Our spirits flourish in the sacred stillness that can only be found in nature. Kristine shares the importance of unplugging from social media to spend time alone in nature to align your mind, body, and spirit.
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Sep 9, 2021 • 16min
Self-Care for the Soul: 3 Things You Can Do Today
Prioritizing our spiritual well-being helps us stay happy, healthy, and vibrant even in the face of adversity. Whether you’ll implement these daily or you commit to them once a month, make it a priority to add these 3 spiritual self-care action items to your routine.
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Sep 2, 2021 • 21min
Self-Care for the Soul: My Time Blocking Practice for Optimal Energy
Everything is made of energy - including you! However, our energy levels can begin to dip in later life. Kristine Carlson shares how she time blocks her day for optimal energy levels.
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Aug 26, 2021 • 14min
Self-Care for the Soul: Your Body is Your Temple
Are you treating your body as the temple it is? Learn Kristine Carlson’s 3 supportive and healthy practices that will benefit both body and soul.
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Aug 19, 2021 • 12min
Self-Care for the Soul: Practice Self Compassion
Our relationship with ourselves determines our relationship with the world around us. Cultivating a sense of self-compassion not only helps us live happier and healthier lives but strengthens our resilience in the face of adversity.
Listen in to today’s episode and unlock a positive self-compassion practice that you can begin today!
Kristine Carlson is thrilled to announce that her book Heartbroken Open will be made into a Lifetime movie starring Heather Locklear in her comeback to television! Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story, premieres on Lifetime October 23rd. Read the real story (a true page-turner) and get your copy of Heartbroken Open at KristineCarlson.com

Aug 12, 2021 • 9min
Self-Care for the Soul: Attune to Joy
Today Kristine takes the concept of spiritual wellness to a whole new level. Listen in, and learn how to make the most of your new self-care practice for the soul.

Aug 5, 2021 • 13min
Self-Care for the Soul: Living Soulfully
As the world reopens, it's more important than ever to keep your soul well-nourished. In this new series, Kristine Carlson shares her tips for caring for our spiritual well-being so we thrive and prosper in our new reality.