Volume 1
Begin the audio edition with Dr. Ray's opening stories and reflections.
Book 1 of 9
The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference® Series
The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference®
The Original — The Flagship Book That Started It All
160 pages115 chaptersPrint $12.95eBook $9.95ISBN 978-0-9643673-2-6
In Dr. Ray's Own Words
Why I Wrote This Book
Dr. Ray shares the personal story
behind The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference®.
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About This Book
The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference is a heartfelt collection of 115 short, powerful stories and life lessons that have inspired thousands to live more fully, love more deeply, and discover that happiness often hides in the smallest of moments.
Dr. Ray Haring weaves together stories that touch the soul and awaken the spirit — reminding us that lasting change doesn't come from grand gestures, but from the simple decisions we make every day. You'll explore chapters like:
- If You Want to Keep It — Give It Away
- A Fine Line Between Success and Happiness
- You Said Everything by Saying Nothing
- Little Keys Open Big Doors
- No One Can Steer Parked Cars
- The Nest of Little Golden Eggs
- A Small Difference Makes a Big Difference
- Dream Under the Stars
What They're Saying
Discover the miracles that can come out of life's simplicities. Dr. Haring will inspire you to be more, give more, take more chances, and ultimately be more alive.
Anthony Robbins
Author, #1 National Bestseller — Awaken the Giant Within
The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference® is a little gem. Dr. Haring collects a gallery of profound thoughts and insights into the human character, creating a collage of very compelling stories and quotes. This book is worth your time to sit and read.
Kenneth Blanchard, Ph.D.
Co-author, #1 National Bestseller — The One Minute Manager®
A wonderful collection of positive and refreshing observations of life. An uplifting read for anyone searching for an oasis amidst life's many distractions.
John Gray, Ph.D.
Author, #1 National Bestseller — Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus
A Story From This Book
The stories in this book are short, beautifully crafted, and easy to read in a single sitting — here is one example:
Each story is just one or two pages — the perfect length for a morning coffee, a quiet break, or before bed.
Also Available as Audio
Audio Edition
The Smallest Things Make the Biggest Difference®
Dr. Ray's flagship book is available as a three-volume audio experience, read in his own voice with original background music. It feels less like a transaction and more like sitting down with Dr. Ray for a thoughtful, story-rich conversation.
Each volume is available on Apple Music and Amazon Music, so listeners can start wherever they already listen.
3 volumes
Dr. Ray's Voice
Original music
Volume 2
Continue with more of the stories and small choices that change lives.
Volume 3
Finish the collection with Dr. Ray's voice, pacing, humor, and warmth intact.