Joy is always present. What might be missing, is you! None of us feel “joyful” all of the time, but there are some simple ways we can return to joy when we are feeling low. In today’s episode, Kristine Carlson shares some easy mindfulness practices you can use to reconnect with your authentic, joyful self.
Feb 22, 2024•10 min•Ep. 400
Living embodied wakes us up to the full human experience. Yet, it’s a challenge to stay present and embodied as we move through life! Kristine Carlson explains how chronic dieting and other life stressors can cause us to detach from our bodies, and how you can rebuild a healthy relationship with yours. Get into your body and show up in your life with your mindful, loving presence - you deserve to live your life to the fullest.
Feb 08, 2024•10 min•Ep. 399
Self-inquiry is essential to awakening to our most vibrant lives. In this intimate episode, Kristine Carlson reveals her practice for deepening her self-awareness, and the questions YOU can ask yourself on your journey to self-discovery. Don’t let this year go by without diving deep into who you are now, and what’s true for you.
Feb 01, 2024•16 min•Ep. 398
What will 2024 look like for you, if you choose to cultivate a genuine connection with yourself and your loved ones? Today, Kristine welcomes you to her new podcast series dedicated to examining the blocks to true intimacy, cultivating connection, and fostering a new sense of oneness with ourselves and the world.
Jan 25, 2024•7 min•Ep. 397
Today on the show, Kristine Carlson shares how her 2024 is going so far - from Dry January to her new puppy, there’s been no shortage of change and excitement! Listen in to learn her best ideas to help you become the best version of yourself in 2024.
Jan 18, 2024•22 min•Ep. 396
Curious about what’s in the stars for you this year? According to numerologist Michele Landers, 2024 will be an incredible year to take your power back! Listen in and learn how you too, can apply this mystical science to create your personal forecast for 2024.
Jan 11, 2024•54 min•Ep. 394
Kristine shares her heart with you fully as she takes a brief pause from her podcast. She will be back in mid-January. Until then, happy holidays to you. May you be healthy and held in light and love as you traverse this time period.
Nov 16, 2023•9 min•Ep. 393
Meditation is the gateway to peaceful living, and it’s a tool that is accessible to each and every one of us – completely free. If you’re looking to begin your meditation practice, this episode is a wonderful place to start! And for those who already meditate, this information will provide the motivation needed for sustained, joyful practice.
Nov 09, 2023•12 min•Ep. 388
Most of us are struggling with something in our lives. In today’s show, Kristine opens up about her current struggle with her changing metabolism, weight, and body image. If you — or someone you love — is going through a tough time, hit PLAY now because this episode will really help you live with more peace, harmony, and joy while you struggle less!
Nov 02, 2023•13 min•Ep. 387
Living peacefully requires us to live presently; out of our heads, and into our hearts. In today’s episode, Kristine shares how to find release the ego and your outer world, so you become more aware of your true self.
Oct 26, 2023•12 min•Ep. 386
In this new episode of the "Live in Peace" series, Kristine shares her tips for keeping life in perspective and living well. She shares the adjustments that she's had to make in her own perspective on aging gratefully and gracefully. You will be inspired by her lead--she's not saying she does everything perfectly all the time. She speaks to the intention of creating emotional and physical strength, flexibility, and balance. These things are so important to living your most vibrant life for the n...
Oct 19, 2023•15 min•Ep. 385
Kristine shares her top three tools for accessing inner peace at any time. The Don't Sweat tools that you can have access to at any time: 1. Pause in Gratitude: As you pause in gratitude your energy will shift even amidst a terrible mood. 2. Breathe: Remember that your reptilian brain will be accessed amidst fear. You must breathe in order to access your pre-frontal cortex so that you can move forward with a better response to a fear-filled situation. 3. Realize we all see life from our own lens...
Oct 12, 2023•22 min•Ep. 384
Can you remember the last time that you only did what you FELT like doing… all day long? Kristine shares a recent day she decided to have an “Inspiration Flow Day”; a principle from a chapter she had written over twenty years earlier in Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff for Women. Learn how her day “in flow” soon became a day for leaning on her greatest teachings in flexibility, patience, and empathy – proof that the Universe truly is pulling the strings!
Oct 05, 2023•16 min•Ep. 383
In this new episode of the Live in Peace series, Kristine shares her recent experience where her little girl got to play at the Breathe Retreat--camp. She was thrilled to be a moderator but even better was the lesson she shared from the Archery range. Listen in to be inspired to play, and remember that you can do things your own way by listening to that inner voice of intuition and allowing you to hit your mark with pure intention. Please check out http://breatheretreat.net and consider joining ...
Sep 28, 2023•16 min•Ep. 382
Entrepreneur and multiple seven-figure e-commerce brand owner Leslie Kuster didn’t always enjoy the money, lifestyle, and freedom that she now does - in fact, she was in her mid 50’s when everything changed! In today’s episode, Leslie shares how she created a life of financial freedom, independence, and abundance - and so can you. Her new book, 7 Keys to 7 Figures: The Women Entrepreneurs' Guide to Money and Freedom is the ultimate business guide for women entrepreneurs.
Sep 21, 2023•43 min•Ep. 381
We all feel angry at times - both outwardly to those around us, and inwardly towards ourselves. While this emotion serves the intelligent purpose of alerting us to unmet needs, it can cause a great deal of suffering when unchecked. Taking a moment for a “Golden Pause” is an essential component of Kristine’s mindfulness teachings. In today’s episode, Kristine uncovers the transformative powers of taking this pause so you meet anger with awareness; resulting in a more peaceful, joyful existence. "...
Sep 14, 2023•11 min•Ep. 379
Kristine Carlson draws on wisdom from the chapter “Avoid Weatherproofing” from Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff as inspiration for peaceful living. In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to release critical thoughts of both yourself and others, so you become an overall happier person. You deserve it!
Sep 07, 2023•10 min•Ep. 378
Sometimes, things in life just don’t go as planned. Kristine shares how she recently averted damage to her Mount Shasta retreat home by way of a natural disaster. Learn the tools and practices she put to work to help her stay calm and clear; even amidst the chaos!
Aug 31, 2023•13 min•Ep. 377
Many of us wish to quiet our minds and calm our anxiety during these uncertain times. To live in peace is to live in harmony with the world around you - regardless of what is happening in your life. One question you can ask yourself today is: “Can I truly find stillness in any storm?” In this new series, Kristine Carlson reveals how the pathway to inner peace begins within, and how you too, can begin this journey of a lifetime.
Aug 24, 2023•9 min•Ep. 380
You deserve to feel sexy, alive, and energetic in your body at any age! In today’s episode of the Meaning in Mid-Life series, Kristine Carlson explores how women can increase their confidence and celebrate their changing bodies at every step in their journey. Listen in and reclaim your sensuality in your own skin.
Aug 17, 2023•8 min•Ep. 376
You CAN feel sovereign, sexy, and secure in mid-life - even during menopause! In today’s episode, Kristine Carlson reveals exactly what you can expect, plus the practices and protocols that helped her transform her experience. To help you ride this rollercoaster of change, Kristine Carlson created a guided meditation that she’s offering for absolutely FREE. You can go claim yours today by going here: https://kristinecarlson.com/goldenpause. This will really help you create an intentional golden ...
Aug 10, 2023•20 min•Ep. 375
Kristine’s greatest birthday wish for her 60th? To bring the wisdom of Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff to kids in school! Kristine reveals her new non-profit, Don’t Sweat Changemaker, and how you can contribute. Don't Sweat Changemaker https://www.gofundme.com/f/raising-60k-for-my-60th-bday-fund-a-nonprofit
Aug 03, 2023•14 min•Ep. 374
At the age of 43, Kristine Carlson’s “perfect story” as a New York Times bestselling author of the Don't Sweat the Small Stuff series took a tragic turn as she unexpectedly lost her husband, Dr. Richard Carlson to a pulmonary embolism Kristine shares how you too, can pivot through any devastating loss, build resilience, and assume your stance in the most empowered place you can live from.
Jul 27, 2023•16 min•Ep. 373
Mid-life calls on all of us to renegotiate our relationships with ourselves as well as our romantic partner. Kristine shares openly about her own intimate relationship like never before, discussing the unique issues that come with mid-life transition that tend to play out in our relationships. Learn how you can use this time in mid-life to grow more fully into your true self while deepening your relationship with another.
Jul 20, 2023•16 min•Ep. 372
One of the difficult life changes in mid-life is dealing with the loss of loved ones. In today’s episode, Kristine shares how you can navigate the intersection of middle age and grief. You’ll uncover exactly how a gratitude mindset can help us return to love and embrace the circle of life.
Jul 13, 2023•16 min•Ep. 371
This week, Kristine sits down with physician, epidemiologist, and tenacious award-winning advocate for human rights Dr. Paul Weitz. Having dedicated his life to advocating global justice and tackling some of the greatest challenges facing humanity, he believes that EVERYONE can discover their purpose and promote meaningful change in the world. Listen in and learn how!
Jun 29, 2023•41 min•Ep. 370
Today Kris is discussing her journey in mid-life in even more detail – especially poignant as she nears her 60th birthday! You’ll get the FULL scoop on what she’s been up to as she rediscovers her “why” in her quest to build a meaningful legacy.
Jun 22, 2023•14 min•Ep. 368
Brain fog? Blame it on the hormones! Kristine shares her own personal journey with bioidentical hormone therapy and thyroid health restoration, along with the changes she’s made to what’s on her plate to nurture her brain during this time in mid-life. Disclaimer: Dear listeners… please note that I am NOT a doctor, I am just sharing what I’ve been learning about, and what works for me. Please consult with your licensed medical practitioner before embarking on any alternative or complementary trea...
Jun 15, 2023•31 min•Ep. 367
Mid-life calls on all of us to take a deep dive into our self-discovery journey. And self-discovery begins with honest, conscious self-exploration. Today Kristine will guide you to take a deep dive into who you are NOW - no matter where you find yourself on your life path.
Jun 08, 2023•15 min•Ep. 366
In this new series, Kristine shares her own search for deeper meaning in midlife and asks you this: what purpose will YOUR second act bring to you? While it’s natural to fear the transitions that midlife requires us to negotiate (our bodies, careers, bank accounts, family dynamics…the list goes on!) we can discover true peace and freedom in impermanence.
Jun 01, 2023•16 min•Ep. 365