From the bestselling coauthor of Handbook for the Soul and Don't Sweat the Small Stuff comes a collection of 100 short essays that feature brilliant strategies for achieving financial success by giving up stress, worry, anger, and fear.
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Best-selling author Richard Carlson, Ph.D., creator of the popular Don't Sweat the Small Stuff series and the just published Don't Get Scrooged, died suddenly of cardiac arrest enroute to New York on December 13. Carlson, 45, published his first book in 1985 and went on to publish more than 20 books that remain popular in English and in translation in 130 languages and 35 countries. Richard Carlson grew up in Piedmont, CA. He received his undergraduate degree from Pepperdine University and his Ph.D. in psychology from Sierra University. He was in private practice as a psychotherapist when he started to publish books about psychological and spiritual health. As his books started to attract a large audience, he began writing full time so he could teach more people how to live with presence and ease by cultivating gratitude and generosity. Dr. Carlson was a large supporter of and participant in the National Center for Family Literacy and at the time of his death he was working on a project with them called for "A Penny a Book" from publishers, authors and literary agents to promote literacy. Dr. Carlson is survived by his wife and life partner of 25 years, Kris Carlson, his co-author on Don't Sweat the Small Stuff in Love and the author of Don't Sweat the Small Stuff for Women, his loving daughters Jasmine and Kenna, sisters, Kathleen Carlson Mowris of Olympic Village, CA and Anna L. Carlson of La Selva Beach, CA, and his parents, Barbara and Don Carlson of Orinda, CA. A private memorial service will be held next week. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made in Richard's honor to local food banks, Challenge Day, Girls Inc. or Children Inc.
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Format:Paperback
If Richard Carlson writes something, I'm going to make it a point
to read it . . . His DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF is one of
my all-time favorite books, and I also learned from what followed
this effort (DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF AT WORK, DON'T
SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF FOR MEN and WHAT ABOUT THE BIG
STUFF?).
to read it . . . His DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF is one of
my all-time favorite books, and I also learned from what followed
this effort (DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF AT WORK, DON'T
SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF FOR MEN and WHAT ABOUT THE BIG
STUFF?).
I had not previously read one of his earlier efforts, DON'T WORRY, MAKE MONEY, so when a friend asked me if I wanted to borrow it, I said "yes" with great enthusiasm . . . and I'm glad that I did . . . this well might be the best book he ever wrote, but then again, I find myself thinking that after finishing whatever he has written.
DON'T WORRY is much more than about how to make money . . . its
subtitle perhaps says it all: SPIRITUAL WAYS TO CREATE
ABUNDANCE AND MORE FUN IN YOUR LIFE . . . I got soooo
many fine ideas here, ranging from dealing with stress caused
by my finances to marketing myself professionally--and a whole
lot in-between.
You may not become a millionaire after reading DON'T WORRY;
however , you'll get a lot of practical ways as to what you need
to do to take the first step.
There were many worthwhile passages; among them:
Over and over again I hear people telling me about the book they are going to write, the savings account they are about to open, the business they are going to start, or the charity they are planning to help. But, in many instances, these plans and dreams keep getting put off until "the conditions are right." One of the most powerful messages I can share with you, one that I'm absolutely certain of, is this: In almost all cases, the conditions you are waiting for will not be significantly different next week or next year. Don't worry that the conditions have to be perfect. The truth is, you are still going to have to take the first step! If you take it now,
instead of later, you'll be many steps closer to your dreams by
this time next year.
My only word of caution is to be sure to get permission before
offering your help. Be gentle and patient. Not everyone wants
or is ready for help. And that's okay. Don't take it personally.
Everyone is at a different place in their life.
Consider the amount of mental and emotional energy expended
in commiseration. It's a lot. This is energy that could be spent in creative ideas or quiet reflection. This is energy that might be used to solve a problem, implement an idea or market a product. This energy is the source of your abundance. It's yours, and it's free. When you make the decision to stop commiserating, you free up this energy--instantly. New thoughts begin to emerge; new, exciting ideas rise to the surface.
Format:Hardcover
If Richard Carlson writes something, I'm going to make it a point
to read it . . . His DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF is one of
my all-time favorite books, and I also learned from what followed
this effort (DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF AT WORK, DON'T
SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF FOR MEN and WHAT ABOUT THE BIG
STUFF?).
to read it . . . His DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF is one of
my all-time favorite books, and I also learned from what followed
this effort (DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF AT WORK, DON'T
SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF FOR MEN and WHAT ABOUT THE BIG
STUFF?).
I had not previously read one of his earlier efforts, DON'T WORRY,
MAKE MONEY, so when a friend asked me if I wanted to borrow
it, I said "yes" with great enthusiasm . . . and I'm glad that I
did . . . this well might be the best book he ever wrote, but then
again, I find myself thinking that after finishing whatever he
has written.
DON'T WORRY is much more than about how to make money . . . its
subtitle perhaps says it all: SPIRITUAL WAYS TO CREATE
ABUNDANCE AND MORE FUN IN YOUR LIFE . . . I got soooo
many fine ideas here, ranging from dealing with stress caused
by my finances to marketing myself professionally--and a whole
lot in-between.
You may not become a millionaire after reading DON'T WORRY;
however , you'll get a lot of practical ways as to what you need
to do to take the first step.
There were many worthwhile passages; among them:
Over and over again I hear people telling me about the book they are
going to write, the savings account they are about to open, the
business they are going to start, or the charity they are planning to
help. But, in many instances, these plans and dreams keep
getting put off until "the conditions are right." One of the most
powerful messages I can share with you, one that I'm absolutely
certain of, is this: In almost all cases, the conditions you are
waiting for will not be significantly different next week or next
year. Don't worry that the conditions have to be perfect. The truth
is, you are still going to have to take the first step! If you take it now,
instead of later, you'll be many steps closer to your dreams by
this time next year.
My only word of caution is to be sure to get permission before
offering your help. Be gentle and patient. Not everyone wants
or is ready for help. And that's okay. Don't take it personally.
Everyone is at a different place in their life.
Consider the amount of mental and emotional energy expended
in commiseration. It's a lot. This is energy that could be spent in
creative ideas or quiet reflection. This is energy that might be used
to solve a problem, implement an idea or market a product. This energy
is the source of your abundance. It's yours, and it's free. When you
make the decision to stop commiserating, you free up this
energy--instantly. New thoughts begin to emerge; new, exciting
ideas rise to the surface.
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
I used to think that the only way to make more money was to work longer, later and more. I spent all the time at work, worked o.t. and even worked a second job to supplement my income. What I acomplished was to burn myself out!
I also fell into the trap of the more I made, the more I spent. I was on a treadmil, going nowhere.
This excellent book by Dr. Carlson will have you working less and enjoying it more. You will learn to delay gratification, live within your means, sock away money for emergencies and most importantly, spend more quality time with your family and loved ones.
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Fresh Perspective
In the introduction he describes how giving is a pleasure. Jesus told us it is more blessed to give than to receive. On page 9 Carlson writes "Money is 'circulation. Read more
Published on Sep 20 2003 by Dr. W. G. Covington, Jr.
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A Proactive Success Winner!
I've been doing tons of research into proactive success and this is a great resource. Dr. Carlson covers all of the bases: intelligent thinking, system thinking, futuristic... Read more
Published on April 17 2001 by Randy Gilbert
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Make Money and Be Happy?
In "Don't Worry, Make Money" Dr. Richard Carlson truly shows the way fear and worry can limit a person's life. Read more
Published on July 20 2000 by A. Petrotchenkov
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Lives up to its title.
"Don't Worry, Make Money" by Richard Carlson really does provide insights into spiritual and practical ways to create more fun and abundance. Read more
Published on July 7 2000
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Creates a more focused outlook
Dr Carlson is man with vision, insight and literary excellence. The book is informative, entertaining always though provoking and thoroughly addictive from start to finish. Read more
Published on Jun 6 2000 by Karen L Woodhead
2.0 out of 5 stars
Read the "Don't sweat" series, skip this one
This book does not provide the insight and sound advice that I loved on "Don't sweat the small stuff" series. Read more
Published on Mar 10 2000 by "ccorra"
4.0 out of 5 stars
Handy review of self-imposed roadblocks to success
Stupid title; smart book. I agree with all of the previous reviewers. It is superficial, unoriginal, banal, and trite. Read more
Published on Sep 12 1999
1.0 out of 5 stars
if you are stupid, you will appreciate this book, otherwise
I gave Don't sweat the small stuff 5 stars but this book seemed forced. Like the author was trying to meet a deadline and hence filled a book with junk. Read more
Published on April 24 1999
1.0 out of 5 stars
Don't Worry, I'm Sleepy
I kept reading faster and faster just to get it over with. His style mimicks Harvey Mackay, but falls far short of his success.
Published on April 17 1999
2.0 out of 5 stars
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR ORIGINAL THOUGHT, KEEP LOOKING.
Carlson started his writing career as an editor, then as a solicitor. He got leading self-help authors to contribute articles to form books. Read more
Published on Nov 26 1998
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