This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Jennifer Wallace, author of the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic- and What We Can Do About It. We cover how putting less pressure on our kids will actually lead to better outcomes in the long run, and how to actually go about implementing this approach in our homes.
We talk about:
4:45 Separating self worth from achievements
9:35 How to minimize criticism and prioritize affection
12:00 Why “good schools” don’t matter as much as people think
14:00 Why feeling like you “matter” is most important
17:37 How to not put pressure on little kids
24:00 How to help parents redefine success
36:00 How to make kids feel worthy no matter what
38:33 How to notice the signals you are sending your kids
Download the episode transcript HERE
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic- and What We Can Do About It https://amzn.to/48ZSDk7
IG @jenniferbreheneywallace
Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php
