Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff…and It’s All Small Stuff

Richard Carlson

The book explains how to find happiness and peace of mind.  It helps you to turn challenges into opportunities and how to remain calm when stressed. We need to slow down in this fast paced world to have a fulfilled life.

Stay Relaxed and Be True To Yourself to Reach Your Goals

Constant work in a stressful environment can make you unhappy and tired. You will not get closer to your goals. Have a relaxed and contemplative approach to life to reach your dreams.  Relax whenever you can. Take a break after hard work. Act bored. It might seem bad but it can bring freedom and peace. Stop living for others. Follow your own will. Trying to please others will only stress you out. It is also impossible to please others all the time. Be true to yourself and our goals.

Being Determined to Be Always Right Can Destroy your Happiness and Relationships

Most people want to be in the spotlight. Don’t interrupt when others talk to you. Let go of your ego and be patient. Being determined to always be right can alienate you from your loved ones. Don’t hold on to your anger and resentment. It can turn something small into big. Don’t see forgiveness as a sign of weakness. Always focus on being happy than right.

Be Kind to Others

Loving others makes everyone happy including you. We can be so busy that we forget to appreciate our loved ones. Make sure that you let them know how much you love them. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. People can be annoying and frustrating. Instead of being upset, try to understand the reason for their actions. Think from their perspective. They might be having a bad day so give them a break. Compassion brings happiness. Smile at others because by treating others well, you treat yourself well.

Think Positively and View Problems as Opportunities

Think positively as your life is a reflection of your thoughts. When you are in a bad mood, and think that everything is temporary. Spend time alone to train your thoughts to be optimistic. Do meditation or yoga or spend some time with nature. Also, stop fighting against your problems. Confronting your problems aggressively will only lead to frustration. Learn from your problems. Consider them as a source of awakening. Focus on what you have instead of what you lack.  Instead of complaining, be grateful. You may not be able to control the outside world but you can control your mind.

Live In the Moment

People are so anxious that they forget the present. It is important to live in the moment for peace.  Dwelling in the problems from the past and worrying about the future will only make you depressed and frustrated. To avoid these problems, live in the moment. Concentrating on your breathing can bring you to the present moment. Focus on where you are now. This will help you find peace even if the situation is challenging. Don’t wait for the perfect moment. To be happy, appreciate the present and be patient. If you are stressed out, take a break and focus on your breathing.  Pace yourself. Don’t try too many things at a moment. Don’t be too anxious to finish your tasks at once. Remember to cherish the present as it is the only time that exists.

Make Peace With Yourself

In this fast paced world, everything needs to be done perfectly. Thus we are in a constant rush which pressurizes us even for the most basic things. Being a perfectionist will never work. You will only focus on the flaws. Focus on things you appreciate rather than what you want to change. Nothing is more important than happiness.  When under pressure, stop for a minute. Call someone close to you or do something you enjoy. Don’t procrastinate on relaxing. Decide how you want to live your life. Take some time to relax even if you are busy. This will bring more focus and peace.

Master your thoughts then you become a master for yourself. Stay calm in difficult situations. Think positively and live in the moment. Don’t hold negative thoughts about others. Be kind. 

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