Jordan Peterson

Academic known for 12 Rules for Life.

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Psychologist & Author

Born

June 12, 1962

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Gemini

23,453

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64

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Born
June 12, 1962
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Updated Jul 2026

About

Jordan Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist, author, and professor. He rose to fame with his lectures on psychology, philosophy, and cultural criticism, and authored 12 Rules for Life.

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  • •He previously held a position as an assistant professor in the psychology department at Harvard University from 1993 to 1998.
  • •His highly restrictive 'carnivore diet' (often beef, salt, and water) was adopted based on advice from his daughter, Mikhaila, to treat severe autoimmune issues.
  • •He has extensively analyzed classic Disney films and fairy tales, relating their narratives to universal psychological archetypes.

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2023
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Age 60

Ongoing Health Challenges

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Jan 1, 2023

Continued to face health challenges and recovery efforts.

Day 22,118
Age 60

Continued Podcast and Media Appearances

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Jan 1, 2023

Maintained a presence through podcasts and media engagements.

2021
Day 21,448
Age 58

Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life

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Mar 2, 2021

Published 'Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life'.

2019
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Age 56

Health Issues and Recovery

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Jan 1, 2019

Experienced severe health problems and underwent treatment.

2018
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Age 55

12 Rules for Life Publication

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Jan 1, 2018

Published '12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos'.

2017
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Age 54

Professor Emeritus at University of Toronto

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Jan 1, 2017

Became Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto.

2016
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Age 53

Rise to Public Prominence

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Jan 1, 2016

Gained significant public attention for his views on cultural issues.

1999
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Age 36

Maps of Meaning Publication

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Jan 1, 1999

Published 'Maps of Meaning: The Architecture of Belief'.

1998
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Age 35

Associate Professor at University of Toronto

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Jan 1, 1998

Became an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto.

1993
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Age 30

Assistant Professor at Harvard University

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Jan 1, 1993

Joined Harvard University as an Assistant Professor.

1991
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Age 28

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

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Jan 1, 1991

Received a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from McGill University.

1990
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Age 27

Clinical Psychology Internship

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Jan 1, 1990

Completed a clinical psychology internship at McGill University.

1985
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Age 22

Moved to Montreal

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Jan 1, 1985
1984
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Age 21

B.A. in Psychology

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Jan 1, 1984

Received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from University of Alberta.

1982
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Age 19

B.A. in Political Science

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Jan 1, 1982

Obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.

1962
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Born in Fairview, Alberta

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Jun 12, 1962

Born in Fairview, Alberta, Canada.