In the news


Update from: KXAN

8/21/24

Dr. Gary Sprouse Hits Amazon Best-Seller Status with 'Mindset Matters', Co-Authored with Jack Canfield

Update from: PR Newswire

5/7/24

The Less Stress Doc Delivers a Roadmap to Less Stress in New Book: Highway to Your Happy Place

Update from: the talbot spy

5/7/24

The Less Stress Doc Delivers a Roadmap to Less Stress in New Book: Highway to Your Happy Place

Update from: Jack Canfield

12/21/23

Jack shares his thoughts on Highway to Your Happy Place on X.

Appearances


Appearance on:
Busboys and Poets

1/13/25

Best-selling author Gary Sprouse, M.D. will appear onstage at Busboys and Poets in Hyattsville on January 13, 2025 presenting "Finding Your Happy Place: How to Have Less Stress and More Joy.” It’s based on his book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress. 

Appearance on:
Find Your Happy Place and Stay There – Even During the Holidays

12/4/24

Dr. Gary Sprouse presented a seminar “Find Your Happy Place and Stay There – Even During the Holidays” at the Stevensville branch of the Queen Anne’s County Library on December 4, 2024. It was based on his book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress.

Appearance on:
The Last 10% with Dallas Burnett

11/12/24

In this episode of The Last 10%, host Dallas Burnett sits down with Dr. Gary Sprouse, a retired primary care physician turned author and the ‘Less Stress Doctor.’ Dr. Sprouse shares his journey from medicine to helping people manage stress through his book ‘The Highway to Your Happy Place.’ They discuss practical tools like realistic optimism and the worry organizer, aiming to reduce stress without sacrificing the human skill of future envisioning. Dr. Sprouse recounts a thrilling scooter adventure in Salt Lake City and reflects on co-authoring the book ‘Mindset Matters’ with Jack Canfield. He also offers insights into reshaping mindsets and managing stress effectively for business leaders and individuals. Don’t miss this incredible conversation!

Appearance on:
Conversations with Rich Bennett

9/6/24

In this episode, Rich Bennett sits down with Dr. Gary Sprouse, a retired primary care physician and author of "Highway to Your Happy Place". Known as the "Less Stressed Doc," Dr. Sprouse shares his insights on reducing stress and anxiety, revealing how humans’ advanced brain functions contribute to their stress. He explains the concept of a "Happy Place" and discusses how simple tools like planning without fear can help you lead a happier, less stressful life. Dr. Sprouse also touches on the impact of fear, how it hijacks our thinking, and the importance of living in harmony with both the present and future.

Appearance on:
Alimond studio blog

9/1/24

Uncover the secrets to a stress-free life as Dr. Gary Sprouse takes us on his compelling journey from primary care physician to holistic doctor and author. In this transformative episode, Dr. Sprouse introduces his book “Highway to Your Happy Place” and shares the defining moments that shaped its creation. Learn how universal elements like contentment and gratitude can profoundly reduce stress and elevate your overall happiness.

Appearance on:
Drive On with Scott Deluzio

8/29/24

This episode navigates through defining and overcoming worry, practical stress reduction methods, and the impact of traumatic experiences on mental health. Discover actionable steps and personalized advice to help you regain control, find fulfillment, and lead a less stressed life.

Awards


Award win:
Visible Voice Expy

6/27/24

Dr. Gary Sprouse strolled the red carpet at the Golden Gala Awards Ceremony where he received the Visible Voice EXPY award for his podcast, Happiness Highway. Check out the video. “Special thanks to my wife, Terri for co-hosting and to Chad Alvarez at Digital Curve Media & Marketing for producing.”

Award win:
Quilly® award

2024

Gary Sprouse, M.D. received a Quilly® award for his contribution to Mindset Matters, a collaboration with Jack Canfield & best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The Quilly® Award was founded by the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors® to commemorate an author’s achievement of being named to a nationally recognized Best-Seller list.

Award win:
Goody business book award

2024

Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress by Gary Sprouse, M.D. won a Goody Business Book Award. The awards are presented by Goody PR to honor 100% social impact book books, and were recognized in the Top 8 Business Book Awards for 2023 by Write Business Results.