. I have so much admiration for the women who paved the way for our generation. I’m particularly fond of the stories Ruth Bader-Ginsburg shares about her journey to the … Read more…
Booking
Christine Carter is available to speak to families, schools, and groups. Christine is a leading happiness expert and an inspiring speaker. She offers important insights about the ways that families, schools, and businesses can structure themselves to promote well-being, emotional intelligence, and happiness. She speaks on a very wide range of topics, always drawing on the latest and most credible brain and social science.
Read what people are saying about Dr. Carter’s speaking events.
To schedule Dr. Christine Carter for a speaking engagement, please contact 
Michele Fee Smith at (617)-614-1606.
Recent Blog Entries
Thursday Thought
If you surrender completely to the moments as they pass, you live more richly those moments.” – Anne Morrow Lindbergh
How to Deal with Mean People
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…
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
"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.”
Tweet from Dr. Alex Barzvi, Assistant Professor at the NYU School of Medicine, and Director of Madison Psychology
“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
