Richard Carlson

Carlson grew up in Piedmont, California. He studied the psychology of
happiness for his PhD, graduating in 1986. This led to a popular newspaper
serialization called "Prescriptions for Happiness," which
launched his career as a happiness and stress-reduction expert.
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff has sold over ten million copies and
been translated into many languages. It was the No. 1 selling book in
the US for two consecutive years.
Carlson's 15 popular books include You Can Feel Good Again,
Short Cut through Therapy, and, with Benjamin Shield, Handbook for
the Soul and Handbook for the Heart. He has also written Don't
Worry, Make Money, Slowing Down to the Speed of Life, Don't Sweat
the Small Stuff in Love (with his wife Kristine), Don't Sweat the Small
Stuff with Your Family, and For the Love of God: Handbook for the
Spirit.
Carlson lives with his wife and two daughters in northern
California.