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The Imaginals with Ashley WickThe Imaginals with Ashley WickChristine Carter on Choosing Purpose Over Happiness, Overcoming Anxiety, and Accepting LossIn this episode of The Imaginals, host Ashley Wick sits down with Christine Carter, Ph.D. — sociologist, coach, and author of The Sweet Spot, Raising Happiness, and The New Adolescence. For over 25 years, she’s been a guiding voice in the science of well-being, helping shape UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and bringing insights to stages like TED and The Oprah Show.Christine spent her career studying happiness, purpose, and the conditions that allow us to truly thrive- gaining knowledge and skills that would prepare her for what she later called her “summer of hell.” In a singl...2025-05-0638 minInvited In with Christine BoyleInvited In with Christine BoyleWhat is Belonging? with Dr. Erik CarterDr. Erik Carter, the Luther Sweet Endowed Chair in Disabilities at Baylor University and Executive Director of the Baylor Center on Developmental Disabilities, joins Christine on this episode of Invited In. Dr. Carter is well known for his research on the intersection between disability and faith. He often teaches and speaks about the 10 dimensions of belonging and what that practically looks like in the life of someone with a disability and their family. He has co-authored seven books and written over 300 journal articles, chapters and other publications. Christine and Erik discuss many topics und...2025-01-141h 04Writers, Ink: Your backstage pass to the world\'s most prolific authorsWriters, Ink: Your backstage pass to the world's most prolific authorsSavants, Camelot Music, and his writing process. Bestselling author Carter Wilson takes us back to the '80s with his latest thriller.Join hosts JD Barker, Christine Daigle, Jena Brown and Kevin Tumlinson as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including the KDP invitation-only beta for audiobooks, new Association of American Publishers (AAP) data, and how to train ‘the horses of enlightenment.' Then, stick around for a chat with author Carter Wilson! Carter Wilson is the USA Today bestselling author of nine critically acclaimed, standalone psychological thrillers, as well as numerous short stories. He is an ITW Thriller Award finalist, a five-time winner of the Colorado Book Award, and his works have been optioned for television and film. Carte...2024-04-011h 09Social DogSocial Dog#188: Harmonizing Voices: Exploring Animal Communication with Christine Noble SellerToday Cindie delves deep into the intriguing realm of animal communication with renowned expert Christine Noble Seller. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of how animals communicate with each other and with humans, shedding light on the subtle yet profound ways they express themselves. Drawing from her extensive experience and unique insights, Christine shares fascinating stories and practical tips on understanding and harmonizing with our furry companions. Whether you're a seasoned pet owner or simply curious about the language of animals, this episode promises to open your mind to the wondrous world of interspecies communication. Tune in as...2024-03-2152 minSurviving Narcissism with Dr. Les CarterSurviving Narcissism with Dr. Les CarterA Narcissist's Coercive Control, featuring Dr. Christine Marie CocchiolaDr. C interviews Dr. Christine Cocchiola about her vital work with survivors of coercive control.  She discusses how people can unwittingly become trapped in coercive relationships, then discusses a multitude of ways to address it therapeutically. Check out Dr. Cocchiola’s resources here: https://www.coercivecontrolconsulting.com/ Thank you to Aura for sponsoring this episode. Secure your online presence and get 40% off of all plans using my link: https://aura.com/DrCarter  Sign up for Dr. Carter’s NEW course: Ready, Set, Connect https://courses.survivingnarcissism.tv/courses/ready-s...2024-02-2037 minThe Course Creator ShowThe Course Creator ShowEpisode 137 | Ready to change your entire social media strategy? Christine Blubaugh shares how to make Instagram convert better with lessToday, we're chatting with one of our Passive Project Members: Christine Blubaugh. Christine is a conversion copywriter and marketing mentor who helps online experts create the messaging and strategy to sell out launches and sign more clients.In this episode, she is sharing how you can actually get Instagram to convert without feeling like you're putting all your time and effort into it. Let's no forget some kind words she had to say about her experience inside of The Passive Project:"By using the PP strategies, I took an evergreen funnel fr...2023-01-2734 minKnow Like Trust for Real EstateKnow Like Trust for Real EstatePracticing Real Estate Safety with Carl Carter Carl Carter is the son of Beverly Carter, a real estate broker in North Little Rock, Arkansas, who, in 2014, was kidnapped and murdered while showing a home. Her murder sparked a national conversation about REALTOR safety within the industry. Since her death, Carl Carter founded the Beverly Carter Foundation and has spoken to thousands of real estate agents across the U.S. about the importance of REALTOR safety. As the Spring market heats up, Carl talks about his mother's tragic death and how it could have been avoided.2022-05-0541 minWriters, Ink: Your backstage pass to the world\'s most prolific authorsWriters, Ink: Your backstage pass to the world's most prolific authorsSticking with Standalones with Carter WilsonBestseller Carter Wilson never writes the same book twice. By choosing to write standalone novels instead of series, he keeps his worldbuilding skills sharp, forcing himself to write new, unique characters in new settings for each book. Carter is a bestselling author of eight standalone psychological thrillers, including The Dead Girl in 2A and Revelation. To preorder his latest book, The New Neighbor, follow the link below. From Amazon.com: USA Today bestselling author Carter Wilson has written eight critically acclaimed, standalone psychological thrillers, as well as numerous short stories. He is an ITW Thriller...2022-04-101h 03Sunshine ParentingSunshine ParentingThe New Adolescence with Christine Carter, Ph.D. Visit Sunshine Parenting for Show Notes & Links. ENCORE NOTES: This incredible book came out just prior to the start of the pandemic. I was privileged to read an early copy and hear Christine speak about it in February, 2020. If you have (or will eventually have) an adolescent, I highly recommend this book. Things have changed since we were their age, and Christine offers her trademark, research-backed wisdom in this must-read. In this podcast episode, I'm joined by my friend Christine Carter, a sociologist working out of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and author of some of...2022-03-1443 minWisdom RisingWisdom RisingFrom Accountant to Reiki Practitioner: Interview with Brianne CarterSend Us a Message!Hello and welcome back to ReikiCafe Radio!! This week on the show, I'm interviewing ReikiCafe Student, Brianne Carter. Brianne's story is truly inspiring, taking her from a life as an oil and gas accountant, to a brain injury and breast cancer survivor, and finally to a Reiki practitioner and teacher.Brianne is on the show today to share her journey, her message of hope, and her dreams for the future. As a student with ReikiCafe, Brianne is part of Home Room, ReikiCafe's monthly support group fro Reiki practitioners of all lineages...2022-03-1431 minTrust Your GutTrust Your GutAmazing discussion on weight loss, covid and all things microbiome with Dr. Christine Bishara!This episode blew our minds! Dr Christine B and her wealth of information on gut health. Dr. Bishara is a published author of a scientific article linking gut flora imbalances to COVID-19. Her discovery is the first of its kind to link covid severity to the gut. Her publication can be read hereDr. Bishara is a wellness and weight loss expert, as well as a medical contributor to Haute Living Magazine, The Huffington Post, Shape magazine, Insider and BareMinerals.com among others. How to reach Dr. Bishara:​​https://fromwithinmedical.com/about/IG: doctorchristineBShe is featured as Haute Living’s 2020 wellness and we...2021-11-1146 minInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverWhich Body Image Is Real?~ Special Guest Donnielle CarterInspired Choices with Christine McIver  Is the way you see yourself really what you look like? So often we are our harshest critic. Not only in our heads but also in the mirror. Can what you think and say about yourself change how you see yourself in the mirror or photos? What you say creates. Join host Christine McIver as she speaks with Donnielle Carter about this very sensitive and important topic, Body Image.  This conversation will be intriguing and one you will not want to miss if you have ever struggled with your body and your body image. Donnielle Ca...2021-07-0155 minParenting For The PresentParenting For The PresentThe New Adolescence with Dr. Christine CarterThe world is changing. Rapidly. And while that's news to no one, its effects can sometimes range further than we initially realize. Teenage lives are far from untouched; actually, it seems like they may be more affected than almost any other age group. And when it comes to parenting those teenagers, the methods that may have worked when we were growing up seem less and less relevant, and less and less effective. Dr. Christine Carter has picked up on these trends. Through both research and her personal experience as a mom of four, she has dug deep...2021-04-2640 minTales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcastTales of a Red Clay Rambler: A pottery and ceramic art podcast361: In Tribute: Christine McHorse on her evolution from traditional Pueblo pottery to sculptureNoted Navajo sculptor and ceramic artist Christine McHorse died earlier this week. She was born in 1948 in Morenci, Arizona and started working full-time in the arts after attending the Institute of American Indian Arts in Sante Fe in the 1960’s. At the school she met her husband Joel and learned to make ceramics in the Pueblo style from his family. After more than two decades selling at the Santa Fe Indian Market, she transitioned into a style of sculptural vessels that drew national and international acclaim. In our interview we talk about shifting her work into the fine art wo...2021-02-2157 minThe Nishant Garg ShowThe Nishant Garg Show#118: Christine Carter, Ph.D. — Raising Happiness, Building Habits for Top Performance, Handling Uncertainty of Life, and MoreChristine Carter, Ph.D., is an author, speaker, and coach. Her books include The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction (2020), The Sweet Spot: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less (2017) and Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents (2011). Christine is A sociologist and senior fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. She draws on the latest scientific research in psychology, sociology, and neuroscience to help her clients lead their most meaningful, joyful, and productive lives.  She lives with her husband, four teenagers, and dog Buster in Ca...2020-12-0852 minSmart Social Podcast: Keeping students safe so they can Shine OnlineSmart Social Podcast: Keeping students safe so they can Shine OnlineParent Compass: An interview with author Christine Carter of The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and DistractionThe Age of Distraction, in which increased technology use is significantly impacting teen depression and anxiety, necessitates a shift in the way parents parent their teens. Drugs and alcohol are a critical piece to the conversation, which is a different conversation than it was even just a few years ago. Parents must understand the changing landscape and the consequences, and they need to learn how to effectively approach these difficult conversations with their teens. About our guest: Christine Carter, Ph.D., is an author, speaker, coach, and Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. She is...2020-11-1123 minCHCA Entrepreneurial PodcastCHCA Entrepreneurial PodcastStarting a Business with Christine SandovalSo you want to start a business? Have an itch to be an entrepreneur? Christine Sandoval, owner of Cocoon Coffee in Mason, Ohio breaks down the entrepreneur's journey and describes her own experience in starting a coffee shop bent on providing outstanding coffee, outstanding service, and outstanding atmosphere. Christine talks about defining her why, understanding consumer behavior and targeting customers, as well as dealing with COVID while finding balance.2020-11-0946 minBut, Why Though?But, Why Though?Aristotle - Relationships & Friendships w/ Dante Nero and Christine VitranoNayanci discusses Aristotles theories on relationships with comedians Dante Nero ("NBC's The Blacklist," Relationship Guru), Josh Carter and Brooklyn College Philosophy professor Christine Vitrano.  They talk about all types of positive and negative friendships and relationships.2020-10-311h 00Memories in MomentsMemories in MomentsThe Ultimate Mom Vent Sesh and Virtual Hug with Christine MuenzAnyone feeling like a you just need a big hug from your mom or a mentor in your life? That good comforting everything is going to be okay hug? That's what this episode is. I'm speaking with one of my mentors, Christine Muenz, who truly taught me how to be the mother I am today. We are venting and chatting about the struggle that is 2020 and Christine has a magic way about her that makes you feel like you are doing a great job and that everything will be just fine. I walked away from this conversation SO recharged...2020-10-271h 15Life and Money with Christine TehLife and Money with Christine TehEp09 - Living your highest potential with Heather CarterToday’s episode is a live stream interview with life coach and relationship expert Heather Carter. Heather is my life coach, friend, and sister for life. She has helped me in a lot of ways. In this episode, we talked all about the work she does and also the group coaching program that’s starting in July. I believe in what she does, I know it works. I have healed the inner child trauma that took me this long to work through. Hope you enjoy the show! Link to her group coaching https://heather-carteroys.mykajabi.com...2020-07-0156 minWater with LemonWater with LemonWeight Loss with Christine Carter | Ep. 63Christine Carter joins me to talk about her journey to becoming who God made her to be and accepting herself as God made her to be. She is spunky and full of joy and I pray our conversation inspires you to embrace yourself and God-given gifts rather than getting stuck on seeking behaviors.  Furthermore, I hope the conversation leaves you feeling enlightened and hopeful. A little bit about the guest: Christine Carter is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss Hero based in Frisco, Texas. Through her business she coaches people looking to sustain a h...2020-06-0333 minChasing Freedom ShowChasing Freedom ShowWeight Loss Starts in Your Mind with Christine Carter Are you sick of fighting the same thoughts about yourself, daily; wanting to lose weight, but all the diets and workout programs you've tried just aren't sticking? Sis, we get it! We know it feels hard, but that's because we often forget that lasting transformation starts in the mind.   In this episode of the Chasing Freedom Show, Christine Carter talks us through her health and weight loss journey; hitting rock bottom, reconnecting with Jesus, losing over 150 lbs...and keeping it off! And now, Christine is helping thousands of other women to reach their goals. Her t...2020-05-2844 minJesus Calling: Stories of FaithJesus Calling: Stories of FaithTested by Hardship, Trusting in Jesus: Bud Welch, Jeanne Bishop, and Christine CarterOne of God’s greatest gifts is the healing we can find in forgiveness, whether we’re learning to to love and accept others or even ourselves. April 19, 2020 marked the 25th anniversary of the Oklahoma City Bombing, when Bud Welch’s 23-year-old daughter Julie was tragically killed in the blast. Bud shares how he turned his grief into compassion for Bill McVeigh, father of the bomber Timothy McVeigh. Bud is joined by Jeanne Bishop, who recounts how these two fathers shared losses and became the unlikeliest of friends in her new book Grace from the Rubble. After years of strugg...2020-04-2330 minEnhance Your Knowledge Through the Magic of Full AudiobookEnhance Your Knowledge Through the Magic of Full AudiobookWeight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle Audiobook by Christine CarterListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 423370 Title: Weight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Chloe Dolandis Format: Unabridged Length: 3:04:12 Language: English Release date: 04-21-20 Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company Genres: Health & Wellness, Diet & Nutrition, Instructional & How To Summary: Discover the many benefits to the ketogenic diet beyond weight loss--including reduced anxiety, minimized depression, and even a reduction or elimination of prescription medications. In Weight-Loss Hero, wildly popular health coach Christine Carter shares her story of leaving behind roller-coaster dieting and losing more than 150 pounds...2020-04-213h 04Access Essential Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionAccess Essential Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionWeight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle by Christine CarterPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/423370to listen full audiobooks. Title: Weight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Chloe Dolandis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 4 minutes Release date: April 21, 2020 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: Discover the many benefits to the ketogenic diet beyond weight loss--including reduced anxiety, minimized depression, and even a reduction or elimination of prescription medications. In Weight-Loss Hero, wildly popular health coach Christine Carter shares her story of leaving behind roller-coaster dieting and losing more than 150 pounds by first changing the way she thought about weight...2020-04-213h 04Access Essential Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionAccess Essential Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Fitness, Diet & NutritionWeight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle by Christine CarterPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/423370 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Weight-Loss Hero: Transform Your Mind and Your Body with a Healthy Keto Lifestyle Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Chloe Dolandis Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 3 hours 4 minutes Release date: April 21, 2020 Genres: Fitness, Diet & Nutrition Publisher's Summary: Discover the many benefits to the ketogenic diet beyond weight loss--including reduced anxiety, minimized depression, and even a reduction or elimination of prescription medications. In Weight-Loss Hero, wildly popular health coach Christine Carter shares her story of leaving behind roller-coaster dieting and losing more than 150 pounds by first changing the way she thought about...2020-04-2105 minEmbark On The Breakthrough Full Audiobook Experience!Embark On The Breakthrough Full Audiobook Experience!The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction by Christine Carter PhDPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/419609to listen full audiobooks. Title: The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction Author: Christine Carter PhD Narrator: Christine Carter PhD Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 20 minutes Release date: April 14, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: Today's teenagers and preteens are growing up in an entirely new world, one that is defined by social media and mobile devices. This has huge implications for our parenting. Understandably, many parents are paralyzed by new problems that didn't exist less than a decade ago, like...2020-04-149h 20Explore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsExplore the Latest Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsThe New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction by Christine Carter PhDPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/419609to listen full audiobooks. Title: The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction Author: Christine Carter PhD Narrator: Christine Carter PhD Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 20 minutes Release date: April 14, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: Today's teenagers and preteens are growing up in an entirely new world, one that is defined by social media and mobile devices. This has huge implications for our parenting. Understandably, many parents are paralyzed by new problems that didn't exist less than a decade ago, like...2020-04-149h 20Explore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsExplore the Latest Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsThe New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction by Christine Carter PhDPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/419609 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction Author: Christine Carter PhD Narrator: Christine Carter PhD Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 20 minutes Release date: April 14, 2020 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.33 of Total 3 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: Today's teenagers and preteens are growing up in an entirely new world, one that is defined by social media and mobile devices. This has huge implications for our parenting. Understandably, many parents are paralyzed by new problems that didn't exist less than a decade ago...2020-04-1430 minThe Course Creator ShowThe Course Creator ShowEpisode 34 | Making Sales on Instagram with Polarizing Content, with Christine BlubaughDo you ever feel like you are just wasting your time on social media?That creating all those instagram posts is just getting you nowhere?Not sure that any of your efforts are actually resulting in income growth for your business?Well today’s guest, Christine Blubaugh, is an expert at crafting social media posts that sell.Christine is a copywriter and does an incredible job at developing polarizing content that attracts an audience, crafts a caption that gets engagement, and then takes that engagement and turns it into a DM co...2020-03-1735 minThe PlaidcastThe PlaidcastTonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Archie Cox & Dr. Christine Carter by World Equestrian CenterThe Plaid Horse presents "Inside Your Ride" with mental skills coach Tonya Johnston. Today Tonya welcomes top trainer and judge Archie Cox. Tonya also speaks with author, coach and sociologist Dr. Christine Carter about why and how to utilize a gratitude practice within your daily routine to access your greatest strengths. To close the show, Tonya answers a listener question on how to handle the temptation to compare your riding progress to those around you.Hosts: Piper Klemm, Publisher of The Plaid Horse Magazine and Sissy Wickes, Editor of The Plaid Horse; Tonya Johnston...2020-03-071h 23Diary of a DreamerDiary of a DreamerSomeone You Should Know: Christine CarterChristine Carter is an author and blogger (The Mom Cafe) who helped me get started as an author! This episode contains great wisdom as a writer and life lessons as well. 2020-03-0448 minBusiness Strategy for CPA\'sBusiness Strategy for CPA's074 Ways to Keep Stress Under Control in Tax Season, with Christine Lustik, owner of Mindfulness in OrganizationsLearn more about PEAK FREEDOM Today’s guest is Christine Lustik, PhD, owner of Mindfulness in Organizations. After spending 14 years in leadership and the arena of online higher education, Christine transitioned to a role of helping teams, and the individuals in them, to thrive.  Christine works with leaders and teams who find themselves in a culture of stress, disconnection, overwhelm, and chaos. And uses the practices of mindfulness and proactive resilience to change the culture to one of connection, productivity, focus, and resiliency.  I wanted to talk with Christine to tap her expertise about nouri...2020-02-2647 minExtraordinary Moms PodcastExtraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 292: Raising Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction with Christine Carter My guest today is Christine Carter, author of the new book "The New Adolescence." She is a researcher and mom of teenagers who is digging deep on the affects of distraction in our kids' lives and how it often leads to anxiety and stress. This book offers practical guidance to address this issue, and I hope it will leave you feeling equipped and hopeful. She also shares how she was able to get her doctorate with little ones at home. She's truly a superwoman! Show Notes: Pick up her new book "The New Adolescence" or her former books "The Sweet...2020-02-1800 minExtraordinary Moms PodcastExtraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 292: Raising Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction with Christine Carter My guest today is Christine Carter, author of the new book “The New Adolescence.” She is a researcher and mom of teenagers who is digging deep on the affects of distraction in our kids’ lives and how it often leads to anxiety and stress. This book offers practical guidance to address this issue, and I hope it will leave you feeling equipped and hopeful. She also shares how she was able to get her doctorate with little ones at home. She’s truly a superwoman! Show Notes: Pick up her new book “The New Adoles...2020-02-1800 min30 Second Book Club30 Second Book ClubThe New Adolescence – Christine CarterRaising teenagers has always been hard.  But it is much harder these days.  The toughest thing for parents is that what worked for you as a teen probably won't work now. Dr. Christine Carter has advice with the backing of the latest findings in neuroscience, sociology, and social psychology, in her book, The New Adolescence: Raising Happy and Successful Teens in an Age of Anxiety and Distraction.2020-02-0320 minBregman Leadership PodcastBregman Leadership PodcastEpisode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet SpotThis episode is a re-run. Can we accomplish more by doing less? Dr. Christine Carter, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and… The post Episode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet Spot first appeared on Bregman Partners.2020-01-2731 minBregman Leadership PodcastBregman Leadership PodcastEpisode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet SpotThis episode is a re-run. Can we accomplish more by doing less? Dr. Christine Carter, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and…The post Episode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet Spot first appeared on Bregman Partners.2020-01-2731 minBregman Leadership PodcastBregman Leadership PodcastEpisode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet SpotThis episode is a re-run. Can we accomplish more by doing less? Dr. Christine Carter, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and… The post Episode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet Spot first appeared on Bregman Partners.2020-01-2731 minBregman Leadership PodcastBregman Leadership PodcastEpisode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet SpotThis episode is a re-run. Can we accomplish more by doing less? Dr. Christine Carter, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and…The post Episode 184 (Rerun): Christine Carter – The Sweet Spot first appeared on Bregman Partners.2020-01-2731 minPROFITABLE HAPPINESS®PROFITABLE HAPPINESS®096: Achieving Happiness & Productivity, With Dr. Christine CarterHow does one lead their most joyful, successful, meaningful life? How does one navigate today's social and technology land mines to raise happy, healthy teenagers? And how does one leverage the science of wellness and happiness to experience their highest productivity and success at work? All of these are, according to our guest, possible if we learn to tap into a space of "effortless power!"In this episode, we meet Dr. Christine Carter, a Best-selling Author, Sociologist, Happiness Expert, and...Mom!My favorite quotes from Dr. Christine in this episode (paraphrased):"...2019-12-0630 minFamous FailuresFamous FailuresChristine Carter on the Science of Happiness and Escaping the "Busy" TrapChristine Carter is a sociologist, columnist and speaker. She’s the author of the books Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents, as well as The Sweet Spot: How to Achieve More by Doing Less. She is also a Senior Fellow at the Greater Good Science Center where she explores the science of happiness and researches how to thrive in our stress-filled, fast-paced modern world. Christine has appeared on the “Oprah Winfrey Show,” the “Dr. Oz Show”, the “TODAY” show, the “Rachael Ray Show,” “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” and many others. She has been quoted or...2019-08-1338 minBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonFinding the Sweet Spot with Dr. Christine CarterIn part two of their conversation with Dr. Christine Carter, Dr. Hanson and Forrest explore the "Sweet Spot," that place of effortless effectiveness where we can be both productive and relaxed. Our relationships with other people are one of the major influences that can pull us out of that sweet spot, so they are once again a major focus during this episode.Support the Podcast: We're on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.Key Topics:0:25: What is the "sweet spot?"3:30: What pulls us out of the...2019-04-0526 minBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonJust One Thing: Christine CarterChristine Carter shares the most important thing she does each day for her own well-being: finding the time to meditate and accept herself as she is. Sign up for Dr. Rick Hanson's free Just One Thing Newsletter here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-0304 minBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonBeing Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick HansonParenting and Intimate Relationships with Christine CarterParenting and forming strong intimate relationships can be challenging under the best of circumstances, and life is rarely perfect. In this episode Dr. Hanson and Forrest speak with Dr. Christine Carter, author of Raising Happiness and The Sweet Spot, about how we can form strong intimate relationships with our children, parents, and partners.This is the first part of two with Dr. Carter, the second episode in this series will be coming later this week.We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.If you'd like to...2019-04-0126 minThe SuperMum PodcastThe SuperMum Podcast071: Finding your Sweet Spot; the Place of Ease and Flow | Christine CarterMums are busy. With never-ending days and constant demands on your time it can be easy to wade into the territory of overwhelm. Finding your 'Sweet Spot' can be tricky, but the scientific evidence is out there. That's right, it's possible to find a place of ease and flow, where your daily life feels natural and free. In today’s episode of Mum-to-Mum Monday we'll be talking about how to find the illusive 'Sweet Spot'. Taken from sports terminology, The Sweet Spot took over 3 years of research, studying the neuroscience, psychology, and sociology of productivity, performance, and posi...2018-08-1347 minSunshine ParentingSunshine ParentingEp. 41: Getting Comfortable with our Kids' (and our own) Discomfort with Christine Carter Part of helping kids learn to deal with discomfort is learning how to be uncomfortable ourselves. -Christine Carter, Ph.D. In Episode 41, I'm talking with my friend and favorite happiness guru, Christine Carter, Ph.D. I have been a fan of Christine's research, writing, and speaking since 2011, when I recruited her to start doing staff trainings at my camp. Christine was my first podcast guest back in Episode 1 and has been instrumental in helping me stay up-to-date on the research about trends affecting the well-being of children, teens, and adults. 2018-06-1540 minFull PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionFull PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionEp. 39: Dr. Christine Carter - Beating Down the Ho-humSend us a textWhat war can you win with a deck of cards, a bible, a dictionary, and a bottle of sherry? A war against the drudgery of daily mundane. To bring a semblance of normalcy, to push against her personal limits and to invoke her creative genius, for many years, Maya Angelou rented a hotel room where she placed these four simple objects and did her best work. Known for her prolific writing career, Maya Angelou could not have accomplished her success if it weren’t for a complete surrender and a deal of great re...2018-04-0934 minFull PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionFull PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionEp. 38: Dr. Christine Carter - Models vs. CriticsSend us a textHave you ever wondered if you’re doing it right, particularly when it comes to parenting? Have your good intentions to push your kids failed you? Have you reacted in an unflattering way when dealing with your kids’ distractibility, stubbornness, or argumentativeness or have your children pointed out that your reactions of frustration and anger are very unbecoming of you? It turns out that just because you're a talented, successful, and good person doesn’t mean that you will automatically be an effective parent. Everybody needs a little help in raising well-adjusted kids.2018-04-0248 minMindful Parenting in a Messy World with Michelle GaleMindful Parenting in a Messy World with Michelle Gale025 Helping Our Kids Go Back To School With Intention: A Conversation with Christine CarterChristine Carter, Ph.D., is a sociologist and the author of The Sweet Spot: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less (2017) and Raising Happiness (2011). Drawing on the latest scientific research on positivity, productivity, and elite performance, Carter demonstrates a sweet paradox: by doing less we can actually accomplish more. A sought-after speaker and coach, Dr. Carter also teaches online classes and writes an award-winning blog, which is frequently syndicated on Huffington Post, U.S. News & World Report, Psychology Today, and Greater Good. She is a sociologist and senior fellow at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center. 2017-08-1732 minMindful Meanderings with Emily CarterMindful Meanderings with Emily CarterThe Grim Sleeper by Christine Pelisek | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on : https://hotaudiobook.com/free Title: The Grim Sleeper Author: Christine Pelisek Narrator: Inger Tudor Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-17 Publisher: Novel Audio Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Summary: The definitive book on the hunt to find the most ruthless serial killer in Los Angeles' history, told by the fearless reporter who broke the story. In 2008, Christine Pelisek broke the story of a terrifying serial killer who went unchecked in Los Angeles for decades, killing the most vulnerable women in one South Central neighborhood. In her cover article...2017-06-2603 minStanford Law School WellnessCast™Stanford Law School WellnessCast™WellnessCast™ Conversation with Dr. Christine Carter, Sociologist, and author of The Sweet SpotLike a major league baseball player hitting home runs, our sweet spot is “where we have the greatest power and the greatest ease,” says Dr. Christine Carter, sociologist, and author of The Sweet Spot: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less. Join Stanford Law Professor Joe Bankman and Sarah Weinstein, a lawyer and psychotherapist, for a candid conversation with Dr. Carter about her personal journey to write The Sweet Spot. Drawing on the latest scientific research on positivity, productivity, and elite performance, the book includes useful techniques for harnessing professional power and personal happiness with greater ease. On the podcast, in a...2017-06-0800 minWhispers & MasterpiecesWhispers & MasterpiecesFemale Serial Killers by Christine Carter | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on : https://hotaudiobook.com/free Title: Female Serial Killers Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Rich Brennan Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Christine Carter Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Summary: Four of the most notorious female serial killers are profiled in these biographical essays. Christa Pike would be the youngest woman sentenced to the death penalty for a torture/murder she committed at the age of 18. Myra Hindley would be the right-hand woman to one of the most hideous serial killers in British history, Ian Brady. Seductress Tausha Morton...2017-05-3004 minMindful Meanderings with Emily CarterMindful Meanderings with Emily CarterFemale Serial Killers by Christine Carter | AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on : https://hotaudiobook.com/free Title: Female Serial Killers Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Rich Brennan Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Christine Carter Genres: Nonfiction, True Crime Summary: Four of the most notorious female serial killers are profiled in these biographical essays. Christa Pike would be the youngest woman sentenced to the death penalty for a torture/murder she committed at the age of 18. Myra Hindley would be the right-hand woman to one of the most hideous serial killers in British history, Ian Brady. Seductress Tausha Morton...2017-05-3004 minSunshine ParentingSunshine ParentingEp. 1: Raising Happiness with Christine CarterIn episode 1 of the Sunshine Parenting podcast, I talk with best selling author Christine Carter, Ph.D., about her book, Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents. We discuss two of the tips from her book, including "put on your own oxygen mask first" and family dinner. We also address a listener question about teaching children how to handle unkind kids. Visit Christine's website at christinecarter.com for more information about Christine's books, online classes, and coaching. I hope you enjoy the Sunshine Parenting Podcast! You can subscribe on iTunes here. L...2016-10-1027 minInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverShowing Up To The Party! Guest Donnielle CarterAre you willing to show up to the party and have more fun than you've ever imagined? Even if someone judges you?  Even if no one else shows up? Even if you look silly? What if showing up to this show with Donnielle Carter & Christine McIver could give you more laughter than you can imagine? Donnielle Carter spent most of her life ignoring her body, living only in her mind. She was a successful radio producer & TV Promotion Manager and was finding no satisfaction in her job. She’s often heard saying, “The world was not a better place at the e...2016-09-0854 minLive Happy NowLive Happy NowEP42: Christine Carter - Learning to Unplug from WorkIn this special podcast series, we have partnered with top well-being experts to help coach five members of our Live Happy team on how to make better choices and build habits that lead to more fulfilling lives. Through this series we'll tackle life-changing topics such as improving communication with others, managing negative thinking, overcoming chronic insomnia, setting life goals and learning to unplug from work. In this episode, Live Happy science editor Paula Felps talks with Christine Carter who is a sociologist and senior fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center and author of The Sw...2016-01-2628 minRick Kleffel:Narrative Species–The Agony ColumnRick Kleffel:Narrative Species–The Agony Column1891: TWN-004: A 2015 Interview with Christine CarterChristine Carter in a long-form interview about her book The Sweet Spot.2015-11-3032 minRick Kleffel:Narrative Species–The Agony ColumnRick Kleffel:Narrative Species–The Agony Column1890: TWN-003: A 2015 Mini-Interview with Christine CarterChristine Carter in a short interview about her book The Sweet Spot.2015-11-3032 minShaken and StirredShaken and StirredThree Tricks To Find Your Flow by Christine CarterThis episode shares a story told by the author, detailing her tips on how to get into the zone and be more productive. The piece is titled “Three Tricks To Find Your Flow” by Dr. Christine Carter. The story was originally published on Medium here: https://medium.com/the-coffeelicious/three-tricks-to-find-your-flow-f871eadd6d552015-09-1700 minLive Happy NowLive Happy NowEP8: Christine Carter - The Sweet SpotDr. Christine Carter combines scientific research and practical application to offer audiences not just a way to cope with modern pressures, but a way to truly thrive. Dr. Carter looks at living life from our “sweet spot”—that place of both power and ease. 2015-09-1023 minInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverInspired Choices for Business Growth ~ Christine McIverWhat is your attitude creating with your body? Guest Donnielle CarterDo you have an attitude with your body that is creating less than you desire with your body?  Is your attitude "good" or "bad" with your body, hips, boops, toes, hair?  What if you checked with your body and it's attitude? Join Christine McIver Possibilities Coach, and Donnielle Carter, Right Body For You coordinator as they unravel this thing of attitude with you & your body. www.Donnielle.com              www.DonnielleCarter.AccessConsciousness.com  http://www.inspiredchoices.ca/ ~   https://www.facebook.com/InspiredChoicesInc ~ christinemciver.accessconsciousness.com  https://www.youtube.com/user/InspiredChoicesInc2015-09-0354 minThe Less Doing PodcastThe Less Doing Podcast150: Christine Carter - Raising Happiness**Episode 150** **Summary:** In Episode #150 Ari invites author Christine Carter of _[Raising Happiness](http://amzn.to/1P9Vviq) _onto the Less Doing Podcast to talk about her work on happiness, busyness and health. During their conversation, Christine shares her top tips for finding contentment and explains why she endorses the tenants of Less Doing. **Special Announcements:** # [Less Doing Does Europe!](https://www.gazelles.com/summits/EGS-2015/Barcelona/index.html) Watch Ari bring the lessons of Less Doing to some of Europe’s most famous cities including Barcelona, Munich, Amsterdam and Budapest for the 2015 European Growth Summit. Ari will be joined by fe...2015-05-1133 minUnlock A Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Unlock A Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook On Your Commute.The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work by Christine CarterPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/226178to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Sweet Spot: How to Find Your Groove at Home and Work Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Christine Carter Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 23 minutes Release date: January 20, 2015 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Mental Health & Psychology Publisher's Summary: Learn how to achieve more by doing less! Live in that zone you’ve glimpsed but can’t seem to hold on to—the sweet spot where you have the greatest strength, but also the greatest ease. Not long ago, Christine Carter, a happiness expert at UC...2015-01-209h 23How to Discover Free Audiobook in Self Development, Motivation & InspirationHow to Discover Free Audiobook in Self Development, Motivation & InspirationThe Sweet Spot by Christine Carter | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Sweet Spot Author: Christine Carter Narrator: Christine Carter Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration Summary: Learn how to achieve more by doing less! Live in that zone you've glimpsed but can't seem to hold on to - the sweet spot where you have the greatest strength, but also the greatest ease. Not long ago, Christine Carter, a happiness expert at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and a speaker, writer, and mother, found...2015-01-139h 22Harvesting Happiness Talk RadioHarvesting Happiness Talk RadioDr. Christine Carter and Julie Daquelente, Building Happy FamiliesA 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. Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes...2013-07-1758 minHarvesting Happiness PodcastsHarvesting Happiness PodcastsDr. Christine Carter and Julie Daquelente, Building Happy FamiliesA 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. Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes, coaching, and...2013-07-1700 minHarvesting HappinessHarvesting HappinessDr. Christine Carter and Julie Daquelente, Building Happy FamiliesA 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. Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes, coaching, and...2013-07-1758 minHarvesting Happiness Talk RadioHarvesting Happiness Talk RadioDr. Christine Carter and Julie Daquelente, Building Happy FamiliesA 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. Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes...2013-07-1758 minHarvesting HappinessHarvesting HappinessDr. Christine Carter and Julie Daquelente, Building Happy FamiliesA 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. Dr. Carter has helped thousands of people find more joy in their lives through her book, online classes, coaching, and...2013-07-1758 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastFostering Creativity in KidsWe often think of creativity as being a personality trait rather than a skill that we can foster in our children. Which is it, really? Rona and I discuss how we can foster the ability to innovate in our kids -- and why we might want to do this. On another note: Rona and I are going to take a break from recording these podcasts for a little while while I work on another book. If you've just found this podcast, we encourage you to start at the beginning -- there are over a hundred episodes on a wide range...2013-03-0712 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastFighting a lot?Most spouses fight, but many do not know how to make-up in a way that repairs the relationship. Rona gives us a crash course in regaining trust and intimacy with a partner after we've been fighting.2013-02-2110 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGratitude for LoversWhether or not you are a romantic person, and whether or not you like Valentine's Day, here's my favorite romantic thing to do.2013-02-1410 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastHow Hectic Are Your Mornings?Rona and I are frequently asked how parents and caregivers can make morning routines go more smoothly. It's pretty common to have a lot of stress, and even yelling, as we try to herd our children out the door for school or daycare. Rona reviews her best tips for making mornings more calm and less trying for everyone.2013-02-0710 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastHow Hectic Are Your Mornings? (Tips)Tips for a peaceful and easy morning routine2013-01-3110 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastIs Yelling the New Spanking?Most parents yell at their kids at one time or another, but as stress and exhaustion increase over the holidays, some parents yell more. Rona gives us her tips and tricks for yelling less.2012-12-2011 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastManaging routines, sleep, and sugar intake so kids can thriveThe holidays are so fun, but many kids get really out of whack. How to manage moodiness and exhaustion at this time of year.2012-12-1312 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastRaising Forgiving KidsIs your child having a hard time forgiving a classmate for hurting his or her feelings? If you've got a grudge-holding or revenge-seeking kiddo, this podcast is for you! Rona and I discuss foundational skills that lead to forgiveness. Part one of two.2012-11-2911 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGiving ThanksA new slew of tips from Rona and I for fostering gratitude--and combating entitlement--in our children.2012-11-1512 minVisionary Leader, Extraordinary LifeVisionary Leader, Extraordinary LifeRaising Happy, Resilient Kids with the Help of Sociologist and Happiness Expert Dr. Christine CarterWhat are the five most common happiness mistakes that parents make? Join Kate Ebner next week to find out as she interviews 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. Known for her parenting and relationship advice, Christine draws on psychology, sociology, and neuroscience -- and her own chaotic and often hilarious real-world adventures to demonstrate the do's...2012-11-1256 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastWorking on the Weekend?Are your weekends relaxing? Do you find time to rest and rejuvenate? If your answer was no, no, and no: you aren't alone. Many parents today--myself included!--find themselves rushing from one thing to the next over the weekend. Rona and I give tips for making the weekends more enjoyable.2012-11-0812 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastDo You Have Enough Friends?Feel like you no longer have any time for your friends? While you certainly aren't alone--especially among parents--friendships can profoundly affect our happiness for the better. Rona and I discuss strategies for keeping adult friendships alive and well.2012-11-0112 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastBullies, Bystanders, and Really Kind KidsIs your kid a bully? Even if you've taught your children right from wrong, sometimes the kids of kind and compassionate parents can still be...mean. Rona and I discuss strategies for raising children who don't bully others.2012-10-2511 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastDealing with “Sass Mouth”Rona and I take another listener questions, this time from Nina, who writes: "Do you have any tips for handling 'back talk' from kids? We are at our wits' end with our 8-year-old boy and not quite sure how to respond to his words and reactions. I definitely take it personally and feel like it's my fault he [talks back to me], but he tells me he learns these things at school. Sometimes he can be a complete angel and then other times the complete opposite."2012-10-1813 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastKeeping Kids Safe—and Happy!—on FacebookRona and I will talk about online safety and ways to create happiness for our children in these social networks sites.2012-10-1111 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGetting Kids to Play by ThemselvesThis week, Rona and I take this listener question, from Anna: "I just watched your video about kids needing unstructured playtime. I have a question about how to get my 2 yr old son to play more independently of me. He will sometimes sit and play with his toys, but not for very long. He seems to prefer us to read to him or "entertain" him in some way. How can I encourage independent, imaginative play?"2012-10-0410 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGetting in Good Habits, part 2Rona and I continue last week's discussion -- and specific instruction -- for getting into a new habit. Note: I reference (and recommend!) BJ Fogg's work in this podcast. His website is www.tinyhabits.com.2012-09-2709 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGetting in Good Habits, part 1It's one thing to know what you want to do to make your life better...and quite another to actually be able to do it. Last week Rona and I discussed the benefits of having a mindfulness or meditation habit; this week we talk about how to establish such a habit, or any other.2012-09-2009 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastA Free Tool for Calmer ParentingMindfulness is an amazing tool for parents that both Rona and I use all the time. In this podcast, we review what mindful parenting actually is, and discuss our most helpful tips and tricks for being more mindful in everyday life.2012-09-1313 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastThe Art of Saying NoDo you say "yes" every time someone asks you to do something? Rona and I discuss reasons to say "no" instead, and reveal our favorite tips for doing so.2012-09-0610 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastBest Back-to-School TipsRona and my best tips for smooth-sailing in the morning as we go back-to-school: no yelling, no nagging, and no missed buses.2012-08-3011 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastHow to Encourage KidsContinuing our discussion from last week about coaching, Rona and I parse out the difference between encouragement and praise for truly motivating kids.2012-08-2311 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastInspiration for Parents from Famous CoachesThis is one of my favorite podcasts! I find the wisdom of celebrity athletic coaches that we quote here to be incredibly inspiring. Thinking about my parenting as a type of coaching makes me a better parent.2012-08-1611 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastSay What You Mean, Mean What You SayWe've all done it: threatened a consequence in the face of our children's misbehavior that we don't intend to follow through on. In this podcast, Rona and I discuss why not following through makes our kids insecure, and what we can do instead.2012-08-0914 minTurn the Pages of Your Mind, With a Full Audiobook You\'ll FindTurn the Pages of Your Mind, With a Full Audiobook You'll FindRaising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents Audiobook by Christine CarterListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 122332 Title: Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents Author: Christine Carter, Phd Narrator: Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 08:00:00 Language: English Release date: 01-30-12 Publisher: Tantor Media Genres: Self Development, Health & Wellness, Mindfulness & Meditation Summary: What do we wish most for our children? Next to being healthy, we want them to be happy, of course! Fortunately, a wide array of scientific studies show that happiness is a learned behavior, a muscle we can help our children build and maintain. Drawing on what psychology, sociology...2012-01-308h 00Happiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastNervous? How We Can Help Kids Transition Back to SchoolKids aren't always as excited about going back to school as we parents can be. Rona and Christine discuss ways to help ease kids' nerves. Part 3 of a 3 part back-to-school series.2011-08-2911 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastGetting Back into School RoutinesRona and Christine talk about ways to start easing kids back into their school routines to make for a happier week of school. Part 1 of a 3 part series.2011-08-1510 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastTalking About SummercampRona and Christine chat about the ups and downs of sending kids away to camp over the summer.2011-08-0811 minHappiness Matters PodcastHappiness Matters PodcastWhat I Wish I’d Known About How to be HappyChristine and Rona talk about Christine's commencement speech at UC Berkeley, which was about the three things she wished she'd known about how to be happy when she was graduating from college.2011-06-2010 minLatest Audio Salon Podcasts from the ExploratoriumLatest Audio Salon Podcasts from the ExploratoriumDr. Christine Carter--The Science of HappinessDr. Christine Carter is a sociologist who studies the childhood roots of happiness. She is the executive director of the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley, an interdisciplinary research center that promotes the study of happiness, compassion, and altruism. In this program, Dr. Carter speaks about happiness, altruism, and the inspiring intersection of her personal and professional worlds.2009-01-2800 min