Richard Carlson

Date of Birth: May 16, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Date of Death: December 13, 2006

Biography

Richard Carlson was an American author, psychotherapist, and motivational speaker, best known for his book “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff… and It’s All Small Stuff,” which became a New York Times bestseller and has been translated into multiple languages. Born in Piedmont, California, Carlson earned a bachelor’s degree from Pepperdine University and a Ph.D. in psychology. His books, which focus on personal growth and stress management, have touched millions of lives around the globe. Carlson’s career began with a focus on psychotherapy, but he soon shifted to writing and speaking full-time. His ability to distill complex psychological concepts into accessible advice made his books popular among a wide audience. Over his career, Carlson wrote over 20 books, many of which became bestsellers. His work has been lauded for its practical advice and positive impact on readers’ lives.

5 Interesting Facts about Richard Carlson

1. Richard Carlson’s book “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff… and It’s All Small Stuff” spent over 100 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list.

2. Carlson was awarded the prestigious Golden Gavel Award by Toastmasters International in 1999.

3. He appeared on numerous television shows, including “The Oprah Winfrey Show” and “The Today Show.”

4. Richard Carlson was also a frequent contributor to the “Huffington Post.”

5. He passed away at the age of 45 due to a pulmonary embolism while on a flight to New York.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Richard Carlson

1. “Don’t sweat the small stuff… and it’s all small stuff.”

2. “Stress is nothing more than a socially acceptable form of mental illness.”

3. “The trick is to be grateful when your mood is high and graceful when it is low.”

4. “Our thoughts create our reality—where we put our focus is the direction we tend to go.”

5. “Choose to be kind over being right and you’ll be right every time.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Richard Carlson achieved a net worth estimated at around $7 million.

Children

Richard Carlson had two daughters, Jasmine and Kenna Carlson, with his wife Kristine Carlson. Both daughters have occasionally spoken about their father’s legacy and the impact of his work on their lives.