Hint: Don’t just turn the other cheek. You, with your switching sides, And your walk by lies and your humiliation You, have pointed out my flaws again, As if I … Read more…
Dr. Christine Carter
A sociologist and happiness expert at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, Christine Carter, Ph.D. is the author of RAISING HAPPINESS: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents. Dr. Carter also writes an award-winning blog, which is syndicated on the HuffingtonPost and PsychologyToday.com.
Best known for her happiness and parenting advice, Carter draws on psychology, sociology, and neuroscience, and uses her own chaotic and often hilarious real-world adventures to demonstrate the do’s and don’ts in action.
After receiving her B.A. from Dartmouth College, where she was a Senior Fellow, Dr. Carter worked in marketing management and school administration, going on to receive her Ph.D. in sociology from UC Berkeley.
Dr. Carter has been quoted or featured in The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune, the San Francisco Chronicle, The Washington Post, the Boston Globe, as well as Good Housekeeping, Parenting, Martha Stewart’s Whole Living, Fitness, Redbook, and dozens of other publications. She has appeared on the “Oprah Winfrey Show,” the “Dr. Oz Show”, the “TODAY” show, the “Rachael Ray Show,” “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” “CBS Sunday Morning,” “ABC World News with Diane Sawyer”, PBS, as well as NPR and BBC Radio.
A keynote speaker at hundreds of events and professional groups, Dr. Carter loves to share her work with new audiences. In 2010, she received an award from the Council on Contemporary Families for her outstanding science-based reporting on family issues. In 2012 she won Red Tricycle’s awards for the “Most Influential Blog” and “Best Parent Education” and twice she has been nominated for an award from the American Sociological Association for public sociology.
Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes, coaching, and speaking engagements.
She lives with her family in Berkeley, California.
For more information, please explore this website — and don’t miss the free resources!
Recent Blog Entries
Happiness on Autopilot Coaching Call
Our Live Q&A Coaching Call is this Friday, May 24 at noon PST. The call’s theme is Happiness on Autopilot — a focus on Theme Three of the Homestudy. I’m looking forward to answering your questions about … Read more…
Happiness Tip: Unplug
Turn off your cell phone — really and truly, totally off — for several hours today. Technology can be addictive, and it can change the core of who we are … Read more…
Upcoming Classes & Events
Friday, July 26, 2013
Simple Ways to Raise Joyful Kids and Create Happier Families
Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA
Simple Ways to Raise Joyful Kids and Create Happier Families
Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Wells Fargo Wealth Advisors
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Wells Fargo Wealth Advisors
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Monday, October 21, 2013
St. Mary’s Episcopal Day School
Tampa, FL
St. Mary’s Episcopal Day School
Tampa, FL
"It's amazing! It really works!"
-- Dr. Mehmet Oz, endorsing Dr. Christine Carter, on The Dr. Oz Show.
“I "prescribe" your book to all of my clients! When parents start Happiness Habits from day one, they are confident that they are creating a family that will be healthy and happy for years to come."
Dr. Jessica Michaelson, mother of two, Oakland, California
“Raising Happiness transformed me and my family. It's the only parenting book that I refer to time after time -- and I'm a book worm. The small changes we've made have been fabulous (profound) for me and my husband."
Caroline, mother of two, Virginia
“Wow. I have never really participated in an online community like this, and I have to say it is incredibly inspirational. I feel honored to be in the company of such honest, thoughtful, self-aware people.”
Lisa, mother of two, Madison, Wisconsin
“I am still hearing positive feedback from moms and dads about ways they are trying to make gratitude a more intentional part of their lives.”
John Weems, Associate Pastor, Family Ministries, Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church, California
“Christine knows her stuff — from the latest research and from real life with her children. Her teaching style is funny, warm, and empathetic. The result is a thoroughly enjoyable class — with the promise of real results at home. I highly recommend Raising Happiness!”
Debbie, mother of twins, Piedmont, California
“Christine, your work has made a positive impact on me and my family in more ways than you can imagine.”
Louella, mother of one, Phillippines
"My wife and I have been putting your advice into practice, and it is making a difference by giving us confidence and helping our kids."
Erik and Natalie, parents of two, California
“Fabulous advice that works.”
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“What a fantastic class this is! WOW! I am finding this class SO helpful. I knew that some things worked better than other things...I just didn't have all this neuroscience to explain it.”
Lani Gerity, blogger and artist, Nova Scotia
“Hearing Christine Carter speak, and reading her Happiness Tip emails, have changed how I view the world.”
Jane, mother of one son, age 10, Mill Valley, California
“Loved learning about why happiness matters in Plano! Thanks for sharing your passion!”
Tweet from Renee Godi, Principal of new STEAM, PBL Academy in Plano, Texas
