BIO

Dr David Hamilton is the author of 12 books, including The Joy of Actually Giving a Fck* (Hay House, 2024), and the founder of The 21-Day Kindfulness Experiment. Widely regarded as one of the world’s leading experts on the science of kindness, David explores how kindness impacts mental and physical health, our relationships, and workplace culture.

He began his career in pharmaceutical R&D, developing drugs for cardiovascular disease and cancer. After leading several change projects, he left the industry to pursue his passion for writing and teaching full-time.

Now a professional speaker, writer, and columnist, David is a regular guest on podcasts and has appeared on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch Live in the UK and CBS Sunday Morning in the USA, as well as numerous BBC radio shows.

David speaks regularly across both public and corporate sectors, delivering talks for organisations such as Google, 3M, Bank of England, HSBC, NHS, AstraZeneca, Network Rail, NEST, Calor, Electrolux, Diageo, Costa, KIND Snacks, and NRC Health.

He also serves as honorary scientific advisor to the charity 52 Lives, which helps people in need through acts of kindness, and as a science board advisor for IONS. A passionate advocate for kindness, David is dedicated to inspiring a kinder, more connected world.

Testimonials

“Dr David Hamilton was one of the most popular speakers at our online wellbeing event. His talk on the power of kindness resonated with all of our attendees, giving them tools to improve their health and highlighted how stress affects us physically. It was great and, for the non-believers, he backed everything up with science."
Herbal Programme Manager, TWININGS

"David Hamilton delivered an outstanding employee event on kindness as part of our activities for mental health awareness month. He delivered just the right blend of storytelling, insights and actionable takeaways. His 'The Little Book of Kindness' was a big hit too."
Global Head of Benefits, U.S. Asset Management Firm

“David's sessions are always energetic, authentic, motivational, and insightful. He is always uppermost in my mind as a potential contributor to any leadership / development programmes.”

Former Assistant Chief Constable, Police Scotland

“David brought a new energy to our employees; those who attended his virtual sessions and face-to-face sessions reported that not only had it given them practical techniques to be better co-workers, it had also given them the tools to be more compassionate humans. We continued to work with David through the pandemic and the feedback was just as positive. He demystifies the complex science behind the case for kindness in a way that is very credible and easy to relate to.”
Leadership & Development Manager, Global Blue Chip Company

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