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“If you want to know somebody, get to know how much they think they matter to themselves, to their families, to their communities.”
– Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Jennifer Wallace is an award winning author of New York Times best selling book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – and What We Can Do About It. More information on Jennifer, and the amazing work she is doing, can be found at www.jenniferbwallace.com. You can also connect with her on Instagram (@jenniferbwallace) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/jennifer-b-wallace/).
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Takeaways
- Achievement pressure is not just affecting kids but also their parents, who feel judged by their children’s success.
- Economic pressures have intensified parenting, as families fear their children won’t do as well as previous generations.
- Fathers can play a critical role in talking about emotions, which helps children develop emotional resilience.
- The concept of mattering is vital for both children and adults; it’s about feeling valued and being able to add value.
- Helicopter parenting, while often well-intentioned, can harm children’s long-term mental health and independence.
- Self-compassion is the foundation of resilience—without it, individuals struggle to reach out for support.
- Many adults, especially in highly demanding careers, feel like they don’t matter, leading to burnout and disengagement.
- Simple acts of gratitude towards others can increase your own sense of mattering, enhancing personal well-being.
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