Erin Cline

The Paul J and Chandler M Tagliabue Distinguished Professor of Interfaith Studies and Dialogue, Georgetown University

Erin Cline is a philosopher, mother of three, and author of five books, including Little Sprouts and the Dao of Parenting: Ancient Chinese Philosophy and the Art of Raising Mindful, Resilient, and Compassionate Kids (2020). She serves as the Paul J and Chandler M Tagliabue Distinguished Professor of Interfaith Studies and Dialogue and is a senior research fellow in the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs at Georgetown University, where she teaches Chinese philosophy and comparative religion. She lives in Washington, DC.

Written by Erin Cline

Painting of two women in traditional dress holding a baby in a detailed interior setting with carved wood and patterns.

How Chinese philosophy can help you parent

Confucianism and Daoism suggest ways to guide your children toward meaning and fulfilment rather than wealth and prestige

by Erin Cline