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Hírstart robot podcastHírstart robot podcastNem akárki rendezi A közösségi háló folytatását Nem akárki rendezi A közösségi háló folytatását Egy apró kávézóban találkoztam Nádasdy Ádám íróval Felkapott a Netflixen: Az utóbbi évek egyik legtrágárabb vígjátéka hasít a magyar nézők körében Jákob Zoli: "Elérzékenyültem… Mégiscsak az első gyerekemet kellett elengednem" 5 gondolat a The Deal – Az üzlet újraolvasása után Kritika: A Squid Game harmadik évada bizonyítja be, hogy már a második is felesleges volt ...2025-06-2804 minHírstart robot podcast - Film, zene, szórakozásHírstart robot podcast - Film, zene, szórakozásNem akárki rendezi A közösségi háló folytatását Nem akárki rendezi A közösségi háló folytatását Egy apró kávézóban találkoztam Nádasdy Ádám íróval Felkapott a Netflixen: Az utóbbi évek egyik legtrágárabb vígjátéka hasít a magyar nézők körében Jákob Zoli: "Elérzékenyültem… Mégiscsak az első gyerekemet kellett elengednem" 5 gondolat a The Deal – Az üzlet újraolvasása után Kritika: A Squid Game harmadik évada bizonyítja be, hogy már a második is felesleges volt ...2025-06-2804 minMomCastMomCastEp. 43 - Breaking Away from Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Breheny WallaceMoms, this may be controversial, but it’s a fact: pushing a child to succeed can put their mental health at risk.It’s all outlined by Jennifer Breheny Wallace in her breakthrough book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It. Today’s episode is a wake-up call to draw the line between encouragement and pressure.  We spoke with Jennifer when MomCast first launched and this encore presentation deserves not only a second listen, but ongoing conversation with our spouses and partners.An award-winning journalist and author, Jennifer uncovered links be...2025-06-1736 minWhat\'s My Therapist Reading: The PodcastWhat's My Therapist Reading: The PodcastNever Enough - By: Jennifer Breheny WallaceThis podcast discusses a summary (thesis statement), trigger warnings, general vibes, benefits/drawbacks, who the book is recommended for, and who is the intended audience for the book.Follow us on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads⁠2025-05-3137 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached311. Q&A: What can I do when my husband pressures our son to play sports, but that’s just not who he is?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about...     How do you know when to encourage your child to stick with an activity versus when it’s okay to let them step away? Does your approach change if the activity is a team sport versus an individual activity? What are effective ways to talk to your partner about these concerns without triggering defensiveness or shutting down the conversation? How sibling dynamics along with parental expectations can influence a child’s interests and shape...2025-05-2919 minDelighted MotherhoodDelighted MotherhoodStressed Kids? Point them to Jesus | Kathryn ButlerIf you were to ask your child what gives him or her value, what would they say? The message that our kids hear from culture is that our accomplishments define our worth.Although this philosophy isn’t new, thanks to information technology kids suffer mounting pressure to base their identity on their successes. “Students today are saturated with messages about performance in their classrooms, with their peers, teachers, colleges, social media, and the larger culture,” comments Jennifer Breheny Wallace, the author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—and What We Can Do About It. “They are hearin...2025-05-2639 minLipstick on the RimLipstick on the RimAsia Mape on the Truth About Kids’ Sports: Burnout, Pressure, and Why Balance Does Matter — A Survival Guide to Youth SportsBeing a sports parent today feels like navigating the Wild West—early morning practices, weekend tournaments, college pressure, burnout, and the constant fear of doing it wrong. In this episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning sports journalist and founder of ILoveToWatchYouPlay.com, Asia Mape, to talk about what it really takes to raise a D1 athlete—or not. From how early is too early to specialize, to the signs of burnout, the politics of “daddy ball,” and why joy, balance, and mental health matter more than any scholarship, Asia gives us the honest, expert advice every sports parent needs to hear...2025-05-2049 minThe Sheckler SpotlightThe Sheckler SpotlightBen Zobrist: Finding True Worth Beyond Performance | The Sheckler Spotlight Ep. 1In this powerful episode of The Sheckler Spotlight, two-time World Series Champion and 2016 World Series MVP Ben Zobrist opens up about his journey from a small town in Illinois to the heights of Major League Baseball — and the even deeper journey of finding his true worth beyond athletic performance.Ben shares incredible stories from his career (including winning with the Royals and Cubs), his struggles with mental health after reaching the mountaintop, and how his faith helped him rediscover his identity.We also dive into Champion Forward, Ben’s initiative helping young athletes, coaches, and parents build emot...2025-05-011h 15The Journey: PCA Parent PodcastThe Journey: PCA Parent PodcastAm I Not Enough?: Helping Our Children Counter the Hyper-Competitive Culture to Find Meaning and Purpose (Part 2 of 2)Guest: Erin Williams, LPC, PCA US Counselor, Plano campus   If you’d like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page.   This is week two of a great conversation with Erin Williams about the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. This book is a New York Times bestseller, but remember that it is written from the perspective of someone without a Biblical worldview. Wallace does raise some very profound and provocative questions that need to be a...2025-02-2615 minThe Journey: PCA Parent PodcastThe Journey: PCA Parent PodcastAm I Not Enough?: Helping Our Children Counter the Hyper-Competitive Culture to Find Meaning and Purpose (Part 1 of 2)Guest: Erin Williams, LPC, PCA US Counselor, Plano campus   If you’d like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page.   Great conversation with Erin Williams about the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. This book is a New York Times bestseller, but remember that it is written from the perspective of someone without a Biblical worldview. Wallace does raise some very profound and provocative questions that need to be answered, especially when the research says...2025-02-1925 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached281. Q&A: My high-schooler is struggling with perfectionism and academic pressures, how can I help him feel less stressed?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about...   - Even if we aren’t adding more pressure onto our kids, the world often pushes external achievements on them - how can parents push back against this?   - Why trying to problem-solve with your child may seem like it’s supporting them, but could actually be perpetuating their anxiety.   - The one pillar you can use as a parent to guide all your interactions with your child that can hel...2025-02-1328 minChallenges Won\'t Stop MeChallenges Won't Stop Me116: Strategies for Teens & Parents Navigating Achievement Culture with Lauren Buice In episode 115, my guest, Lauren Buice who is an adolescent and young adult counselor, and I defined achievement culture and discussed how teens are overwhelmed by all they must achieve and be to apply for college. She described the dangerous outcome associated with achievement culture: anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.  Lauren has returned for another episode to share strategies for teens & parents who are navigating the hoops of achievement culture. I share a few quotes from Jennifer Breheny Wallace's book, "Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It" for Lau...2025-01-2424 minChallenges Won\'t Stop MeChallenges Won't Stop Me115: The Dangers of Achievement Culture with Lauren BuiceTo kick off season 7 of the Challenges Won't Stop Me podcast, adolescent and young adult counselor Lauren Buice at Rise Therapy in Roswell, GA is joining me to discuss the challenge of achievement culture, specifically as it relates to teens who desire to further their education in college. Type "achievement culture in teens" into Google, and 357,00 results populate within seconds. That is a significant number. As I perused the topics and clicked on several, very few of those articles or blog posts shared any positive outcomes of achievement culture in teens. That is concerning! Throughout t...2025-01-2225 minThe Parent Doctor PodcastThe Parent Doctor PodcastS2E22: Redefining Success and Easing the College Pressure for Our Kids with Dr. Irena SmithHello, and welcome back to The Parent Doctor Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Marissa Caudill. Please rate and follow this podcast to help spread this resource, and be sure to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theparentdoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or join the monthly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠book club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, both are FREE! Interested in working with me directly? Sign up for my monthly Office Hours call here.  In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Irena Smith—an accomplished author, mom of three, former Stanford lecturer, admissions officer, and private college admissions coach. I recently had Irena join my October book club to discuss Never Enough by Jennifer Brehe...2024-11-2954 minThe Unburdened LeaderThe Unburdened LeaderEP 119: Choosing Health Over Hustle: A Radical Reimagining of Success and Survival with Kirsten PowersHave you ever looked around and felt that the way you live and work isn’t sustainable? It’s hard to find anyone who hasn’t felt the weight of this relentless pace and the intense pressure to keep up as if this is just how modern life has to be.But what if it doesn’t have to be this way? Our culture in the U.S. is burdened by pressures to keep up, excel, and do it all, often without the support systems to...2024-11-2256 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached256. Project-Based Learning: Teaching kids to think critically, creatively, and collaboratively with Kim MishkinKim Mishkin is here to shed light on Project-Based Learning, an education model that encourages kids to explore, problem-solve, and collaborate in ways that tap into their natural curiosity and interests.   In this episode we explore:   - What Project-Based Learning (PBL) is and how it differs from the standard American education model.   - The origins of the PBL model and what current research reveals about its efficacy for educating kids?    - Why allowing children to help shape the direction of their curriculum reinforces their...2024-11-1951 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached252. Secure attachment and growth mindset: The science behind raising well-adjusted kids with Melinda Wenner MoyerGet science-backed strategies to raise kids who are compassionate, kind, and successful in today’s chaotic world with Melinda Wenner Moyer.   In this episode, we explore:   - How becoming a parent shifted Melinda’s attention to applying science and research to answer her most pressing parenting questions   - One of the most surprising and counterintuitive things Melinda learned when she started to dig into the research on parenting.   - How to approach challenging topics, like race, authentically and in age-appropriate ways without needing a “script...2024-11-0550 minBuckets of Change PodcastBuckets of Change Podcast032: Exploring Evolving Gender Roles in Family and Workplace DynamicsIn this episode of the "Buckets of Change" podcast, co-hosts Nick and Linda delve into the evolving landscape of gender roles, both in family settings and the workplace. They reflect on their experiences growing up and how traditional gender roles have shifted over time. The discussion kicks off with Nick and Linda sharing personal anecdotes about their upbringing and the societal expectations they observed. They explore how these norms have transformed from the rigid models of past decades to the more flexible arrangements seen today. Throughout the conversation, Nick and Linda address the impact of societal expectations...2024-10-3151 minRaising Boys & GirlsRaising Boys & GirlsEpisode 220: Parenting in the Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer B. WallaceJennifer Breheny Wallace is an award-winning journalist and author of the instant New York Times bestselling book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – and What We Can Do About It. Her forthcoming book Mattering in the Modern World: A Solution for the Crises of Our Time is based on five years of research and an original global mattering survey. Wallace is the founder of The Mattering Institute, whose mission is to create cultures of mattering in homes, workplaces, and communities, and co-founder of The Mattering Movement, a nonprofit whose mission is to create cultures of mattering in...2024-10-2435 minMomCastMomCastEp. 5 - Breaking Away from Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Breheny WallaceIf you’re not convinced that pushing your child to succeed can put their mental health at risk, this conversation is the wakeup call you need.  Jennifer Breheny Wallace wrote the breakthrough book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It, urging parents to draw the line between encouragement and pressure. An award-winning journalist and author, Wallace uncovered links between children at “high achieving schools”-both public and private-and mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Most importantly, Wallace offers hope! She reframes how we talk to our children about their role in their family and in...2024-09-2436 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached239. Q&A: How can I support my child's self-confidence when she calls herself dumb?Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...     - The urge may be to talk your child out of thinking they're "dumb," but it can be helpful to stay with this feeling and lean into being curious about her experience.   - How to zoom out and determine if your child is speaking out of frustration and is just emoting or if they actually have internalized that they think they aren't smart.   - How to talk with...2024-09-1926 minOutside OurselvesOutside OurselvesJunk Drawer Jesus with Matt PopovitsKelsi talks with Pastor Matt Popovits about his forthcoming book, Junk Drawer Jesus: Discarding Your Spiritual Clutter and Rediscovering the Supremacy of Grace. Matt details some of the most common misconceptions people tend to have about who God is (and what that means about them), including the ways we measure our spirituality, how we try and find our identity in our work, and that we falsely assume that happiness should be our ultimate aim in life.  Matt Popovits currently serves as Lead Pastor of St. Mark Houston, in Houston, Texas. Matt is a graduate of...2024-09-1756 minDads Making a Difference PodcastDads Making a Difference PodcastThe Ownership Mindset: Why Embracing Discomfort Leads to Growth with Curtis ButlerIn this episode, we sit down with Curtis Butler, a former finance executive turned career coach for young professionals. Curtis shares how his experiences as a dad have shaped his approach to mentoring, focusing on authenticity, growth, and the power of seeing people for who they truly are. From helping recent graduates launch meaningful careers to raising two daughters, Curtis offers wisdom that spans both professional and personal development."Compartmentalization is one of the best skills you can possibly learn, whether you have a sick child or a parent who's struggling and aging, or you just had...2024-08-2838 minAsk Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & TeensAsk Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens180: Encore: Never Enough: Confronting Toxic Achievement Culture (with author Jennifer Wallace)“Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting” is the essential podcast for parents seeking expert guidance, tested strategies, and psychological insights on raising kids, especially tweens and teens. Join renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and former journalist and mom of two Reena Ninan as they explore real-life parenting challenges. Looking to learn more about how to boost kids’ resilience, build their confidence, or support their emotional well-being? Dr. Lisa and Reena have got you covered! Together they address listener questions about stress, anxiety, social media concerns, school pressures, and challenges in peer relationships. Each episode provides practical advice and science...2024-08-1342 minGetting Unstuck – Cultivating CuriosityGetting Unstuck – Cultivating CuriosityThe Achievement Trap and the Need to Reimagine Education for Student Well-beingGuests Dr. Ken Wallace recently retired as the longest-serving Superintendent in Maine Township High School District 207’s history, which dates back to 1902. During Ken's tenure, District 207 was named one of America’s most innovative districts multiple times for advances in technology, adult learning, and career advisement. Ken is currently an educational consultant for multiple organizations. Danelle Almaraz, an educational leader with over three decades of experience, is committed to advancing leadership in modern education. At InnovateED, she empowers middle-tier leaders, promoting collaboration, innovation, and growth. Danelle champions continuous improvement, student success, and curiosity, advocating for an inclusive educational experience that enab...2024-08-131h 03Securely AttachedSecurely Attached224. Unlocking motivation: Helping kids who seem stuck with Dr. Ellen BraatenAre you worried about your child’s lack of motivation or their constant struggle to keep up? This week I'm diving into the complexities of child motivation with Dr. Ellen Braaten.   In this episode we explore:   👉🏻 Impact of COVID-19: The pandemic's role in exacerbating motivational challenges and what we can do to combat it.   👉🏻 Attachment Myths: Common misconceptions about attachment and the importance of separating parental anxieties from a child's development.   👉🏻 Fostering Responsibility: Practical strategies for helping children develop a sense of responsibility and self-efficacy without e...2024-07-3056 minNPR\'s Book of the DayNPR's Book of the Day'Never Enough' and 'Roctogenarians' examine the culture of successToday's episode is all about what it means to "make it" – and why there's no one path to success. First, Jennifer Breheny Wallace speaks with Here & Now's Deepa Fernandes about her new book Never Enough, which examines "toxic achievement culture" and the high pressure young people are under in regards to grades and college admissions. Then, WBUR's Tiziana Dearing speaks with Mo Rocca about Roctogenarians, co-written with Jonathan Greenberg, which profiles people who reached their goals and biggest dreams later in life. To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Bo...2024-06-2120 minThe Loss EncountersThe Loss EncountersDr. Sarah Bennison: How to Feel Like You MatterIs our society’s definition of success harming young people’s ability to feel they matter? In this enlightening episode, we delve into the profound effects of our achievement-driven culture on young people's social connections and sense of self-worth. Dr. Sarah Bennison, an educator and founder of Trinity School's Office of Public Service in New York City, discusses how the pressure to succeed is making many question their significance and their roles in society. In response to these pressures, Sarah, together with Jennifer Breheny Wallace, author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxi...2024-06-1327 minDad Time Out ShowDad Time Out ShowTips to Show Kids They Matter More Than Their Grades and Achievements"Mattering" matters. In tonight's show of course the dads kick off with a little catch up, a little May-cember chatter, and then they'll move on to parent’s funny tweets of the week. Onto the Smart Articles by Smart People  which tonight pulls from a couple different sources including a Mel Robbins podcast, a Jennifer Breheny Wallace interview and an article from Nord Anglia Education. We’ll discuss why achievement culture has become so toxic and provide tips we can do as parents to get back on the right track to show kids that they are so much more...2024-05-221h 01Teen Life PodcastTeen Life PodcastToxic Achievement Culture + Micro Scholarships | Ep. 157What is toxic achievement culture and how can we help? Can achievement really be toxic? Jennifer Breheny Wallace says that achievement turns toxic when it becomes the sole determinant of one’s value and identity. In many middle and high schools (and even elementary schools), the pressure of achievement culture has reached alarming levels, leaving a trail of behavioral and mental health challenges in its wake. Listen for ways to relieve the pressure.  Also in this episode: ~ The rising use of caffeine pouches. ~ Caleb's take...2024-04-3026 minWhat Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsWhat Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsHow Involved Should We Be with Our Kids' Schools?How do we help our kids succeed in school without becoming the dreaded "snowplow" parents? Here are some parenting tips for advocating for your child at school when necessary, while also empowering our kids to navigate their own learning.Amy and Margaret discuss: How school environments have changed in the last few decades Best practices for helping kids of different ages manage homework How to start a productive conversation with your child's educators about concerns you may have Here are links to some of the resources mentioned in the episode:  Jenny A...2024-04-1046 minFocus Forward: An Executive Function PodcastFocus Forward: An Executive Function PodcastEp 40: The Breakthrough Years: Raising Thriving Teens Through Executive Function (ft. Ellen Galinsky)Hi everyone! It’s a special day for us here at Focus Forward. Today marks our 40th episode, just days ahead of our two-year podcast anniversary. I want to thank our amazing team at Beyond BookSmart and of course, you, our listeners. It means so much to us to know that so many are finding the work that we are doing here at Focus Forward helpful.Today’s episode is also really special because I had the ultimate privilege and joy of getting to sit down with Ellen Galinsky. Ellen is the OG of researching and writing abou...2024-03-1356 minBurn This Book: A Banned Books Book ClubBurn This Book: A Banned Books Book ClubThe Outsiders, by S.E. Hinton (1967)Nicolle and Eden discuss S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders.Follow us on Instagram @burnthisbookpodcast to see the next book we’re reading. Read along with us!References* Never Enough, by Jennifer Breheny Wallace* S. E. Hinton and the Y.A. Debate by Jon Michaud This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit burnthisbook.substack.com2024-02-0738 minMom on PurposeMom on Purpose[BONUS EPISODE] Mom On Purpose Book Club: Never Enough by Jennifer Breheny WallaceWelcome to the Mom On Purpose Book Club and in today's episode we're are going to unpack Jennifer Breheny Wallace's book "Never Enough". This book talks about the pressures that can be unexpectedly harmful to the mental health of not only our youth but also adults. This is a great self-help book to help us confront the critical issue of success pressure and its detrimental effects on the mental and emotional health of our kids, spotlighting the urgent need for change in how we define and pursue achievement.What you'll learn:How a...2024-02-0755 minAfford AnythingAfford AnythingThriving in a High-Pressure World, with Jennifer Breheny Wallace#483: Competitive. Results oriented. Driven to be the very best.These are a few ways to describe achievement culture.Achievement culture can also be described as stressful, high pressure and unhealthy.Yet, there is consistently the pressure – internally and externally – to make more money, be a better parent, spouse, friend, or employee. These burdens comes at a heavy cost to our well-being.Jennifer Breheny Wallace, author of the New York Times Best Seller “Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - and What We Can Do About It” shares with us how to manag...2024-01-1848 minRethink CultureRethink CultureS02E04 100 days to feel seen, heard and valued, with Joey Coleman“In the first 100 days in most organizations, employees feel overwhelmed. They feel unconnected. They feel unseen, unheard, unappreciated … I think lots of times leaders will say, well, it will be better if we're all back in the office. Why? What proof do you have? What data do you have? Because as we look anecdotally at anecdata or we look systemically or statistically at research data, it seems to indicate that the great majority of employees are happier working remotely than want to work in the office, and that pretty much cuts across all industries.”S02E04 of...2023-12-2951 minEmotional Eats Podcast - End Emotional Eating, Weight loss in midlife women, Menopause Symptoms, , Women\'s Health over 40, Life after 40, Fitness after 40, Aging, Hormone HealthEmotional Eats Podcast - End Emotional Eating, Weight loss in midlife women, Menopause Symptoms, , Women's Health over 40, Life after 40, Fitness after 40, Aging, Hormone Health34. Why Midlife Women Need Intentional Rest for a Healthy Mind and Body {Women Over 40, Emotional eating, Health Tips, Midlife Exhaustion, Mental health in midlife, Midlifepurpose} Free Guide: 10 Daily Tips to Stop Stress Eating.  Welcome to Episode 34 of the Emotional Eats Podcast!  In this episode, I talk about the power of intentional rest, peace in our minds and bodies, and the impact of faith on our well-being. I've been reflecting on the value of rest, especially in a world that glorifies busyness and the hustle. Our culture's obsession with constant productivity takes a toll on our mental and physical health.   I discuss how to see rest as a gift to yourself and not as you being lazy. I sh...2023-12-2534 minWin Today: Your Roadmap to WholenessWin Today: Your Roadmap to Wholeness370: Jennifer Wallace on Breaking the Hold of a Toxic Achievement Culture, How Deep Relationships Act as Shock Absorbers, Why Failure is Necessary, and Why Self-Help Mantras Don't WorkThis week, researcher, author, and Wall Street Journal and Washington Post journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins us to talk about how to break the hold of a toxic achievement culture, how deep relationships act as shock absorbers in hard times, why failure is necessary for emotional maturity, and why self-help mantras simply do not work. Episode Links: Show Notes Start reading my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. 2023-12-1359 minThe Next Big IdeaThe Next Big IdeaACHIEVEMENT CULTURE: What It’s Doing to Our Kids—and to UsIt's no secret that we live in a ferociously competitive world. But what is the drive to always be the best doing to our kids? That's what journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace wanted to know when she set out to write her new book, "Never Enough." The kids, she discovered, are not alright. Teenagers are battling burnout, depression, and anxiety at alarming rates.How did we let this happen, and what can we do to fix it?To answer these vexing but vital questions, we invited Jennifer to chat with Daniel Markovits. He's the author of "...2023-11-161h 12BreakpointBreakpointThe Epidemic of Despair In a viral post back in July, entrepreneur Robert Sterling described what many people feel:   "There is something deeply unwell in our society right now. … I’m sure social media, economic malaise, Covid lockdowns, fentanyl, and every other reason we hear about factor into it."  Yet, all these reasons, he continued, “in aggregate, still feel insufficient.” Something “metaphysical,” seems to have shifted.   A Breakpoint commentary in April described the mental health crisis of American teens, especially teenage girls. As The New York Times reported, “Nearly three in five teenage girls felt persistent sadness in 2021 … and one in...2023-11-0606 minSecurely AttachedSecurely Attached146. The hidden dangers of an achievement centric approach with Jennifer Breheny WallaceUncover the shocking impact toxic achievement culture is having on our kids' well-being - and what we can do to change that for the better! 😵‍💫   With her extensive research and thought-provoking insights, author of the NY Times best selling book Never Enough, Jennifer Breheny Wallace brings to the forefront the challenges our children face in this high-pressure world.   In today's episode, we'll delve into the subtle and not-so-subtle ways in which the toxic achievement culture infiltrates our children's lives, and, most importantly, we'll explore actionable strategies to mitigate its impact.   2023-10-311h 00The Next Big Idea DailyThe Next Big Idea Daily"Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It" by Jennifer Breheny WallaceToday, we hear from Jennifer Breheny Wallace, author of the definitive book on the rise of toxic achievement culture that is overtaking our kids' and parents' lives. She offers a new framework for fighting back.• We'll be hosting a live event with Jennifer in New York City on November 1st. Click here to learn more.• Subscribe to our newsletter• Download our app• Join our club (code PODCAST gets you 20% off)2023-10-2715 minRamis Books LibraryRamis Books LibraryNEVER ENOUGH by Jennifer Wallace | Book Summary"Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It" by Jennifer Breheny Wallace is a Kindle edition book with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 113 ratings. This instant New York Times bestseller explores the rise of "toxic achievement culture" impacting the lives of children and parents, providing a new framework for addressing and counteracting these harmful pressures. Key features of the book include: 1. **Toxic Achievement Culture:** The book delves into the phenomenon of toxic achievement culture, examining how students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. It highlights the intense competition...2023-10-2132 minThe Examined LifeThe Examined LifeIs achievement culture killing our kids? [Khe Hy][Ep. 19] High-performing teenage kids are considered an “at risk” group. Yup, they’re as likely as prone to substance abuse and depression as kids living in poverty or with incarcerated parents. How did we end up here? Don’t we just want what’s best for our kids? We look at this through the lens of parents and covering the role of status preservation, economic scarcity, needing validation, hyper-individuality and the utter lack of purpose. Episode inspired by the book Never Enough: When achievement culture becomes Toxic — and what we can do about it by Jennifer Breheny Wallace....2023-10-1941 minThe Next Big IdeaThe Next Big IdeaDaniel Pink and Brian Lowery Aren’t Sure That You ExistDaniel Pink is going through an existential crisis. The culprit? A new book by Stanford professor Brian Lowery.---If you want to attend our November 1st event with Daniel Markovits and Jennifer Breheny Wallace, head to our Eventbrite page.And if you want early invitations to upcoming events, sign up for one of our new Next Big Idea Club memberships.2023-10-1248 minThis Isn’t TherapyThis Isn’t TherapyToxic achievement cultureThis Isn't Therapy... it's an epi about toxic achievement culture (what!!?!?!)... In this episode, Jake and Simon discuss an emerging therapy therapy theme about the ways that achievement can be toxic, unhealthy, and unproductive. They dive deep into an article about achievement, feeling enough, and "mattering." They talk about the importance of having social proof in order to feel like we matter and what we can do to reclaim a sense of true community and interdependence. Also, make sure to listen all the way through -- Jake and Simon get vulnerable. Article: Grim expectations: An expert explains...2023-10-1247 minSlate BooksSlate BooksMom & Dad: Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – And What We Can Do About ItOn this episode: Zak Rosen, Jamilah Lemieux, and Elizabeth Newcamp talk about toxic achievement culture.The three of them talk with Jennifer Breheny Wallace, journalist and author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – And What We Can Do About It — about how we push our kids, and ourselves, even when we don’t need to.We also go over our week in parenting. And then, for Slate Plus, we’ll debrief on our conversation with Jennifer, and the hosts will discuss how they, and their kids, fall victim t...2023-09-2133 minSlate AdviceSlate AdviceMom & Dad: When Does Pushing Kids to Succeed Become Toxic?On this episode: Zak Rosen, Jamilah Lemieux, and Elizabeth Newcamp talk about toxic achievement culture.The three of them talk with Jennifer Breheny Wallace, journalist and author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – And What We Can Do About It — about how we push our kids, and ourselves, even when we don’t need to.We also go over our week in parenting. And then, for Slate Plus, we’ll debrief on our conversation with Jennifer, and the hosts will discuss how they, and their kids, fall victim t...2023-09-2133 minCare and Feeding | Slate\'s parenting showCare and Feeding | Slate's parenting showWhen Does Pushing Kids to Succeed Become Toxic?On this episode: Zak Rosen, Jamilah Lemieux, and Elizabeth Newcamp talk about toxic achievement culture.The three of them talk with Jennifer Breheny Wallace, journalist and author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – And What We Can Do About It — about how we push our kids, and ourselves, even when we don’t need to.We also go over our week in parenting. And then, for Slate Plus, we’ll debrief on our conversation with Jennifer, and the hosts will discuss how they, and their kids, fall victim t...2023-09-2133 minericmckay4 \'s Listen Laterericmckay4 's Listen LaterHigh-Achieving Kids: The culture of never enough Podcast: ParentData with Emily Oster (LS 48 · TOP 1% what is this?)Episode: High-Achieving Kids: The culture of never enoughPub date: 2023-09-21Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationKids today face an unprecedented pressure to succeed, and it's pushing their mental health, and their families, to a breaking point. Today on ParentData, journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace explains her research in her bestselling book, "Never Enough," how we got here, how these problems exist across both class and culture, and how we can combat this pressure by...2023-09-2139 minParentData with Emily OsterParentData with Emily OsterHigh-Achieving Kids: The culture of never enoughKids today face an unprecedented pressure to succeed, and it's pushing their mental health, and their families, to a breaking point. Today on ParentData, journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace explains her research in her bestselling book, "Never Enough," how we got here, how these problems exist across both class and culture, and how we can combat this pressure by simply allowing our kids to matter as much as we already know they do. Subscribe to ParentData.org for ad-free podcast episodes, hundreds of articles on pregnancy and parenting, and more. We need your stories! Click on...2023-09-2139 minSatellite SistersSatellite SistersBitter Business Bureau, Boys' and Girls' Education, The Chocolate Room at MOMAThe Satellite Sisters have a Bitter Business Bureau installment (Jann Wenner and Sudafed), a discussion about Boys' and Girls' High School Education, and a peak into The Chocolate Room at the Ed Ruscha Now Then Exhibit at MOMA NYC.Boys’ and girls’ educational developmenthttps://news.fullerton.edu/2023/06/child-development-expert-why-boys-are-falling-behind-in-education/Artificial intelligence cannot do this. An education story from rural California. https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-09-14/rural-california-high-school-students-disadvantaged-acesNever Enough by Jennifer Breheny Wallacehttps://people.com/let-go-of-toxic-achievement-culture-jennifer-breheny-wallace-argues-in-never-enough-7734872?utm_source=emailshare&utm_medium=social&utm_campai...2023-09-1959 minThe MockingcastThe MockingcastEpisode 246: Sanitation SalvationIn which RJ, Sarah, and Dave talk mission trips, mistaken restaurant orders, Indian toilets, and toxic achievement culture. Also, RJ pines for Portugal while Sarah considers turning off the radio (but doesn't). Click here to learn more about Mbird's upcoming Minneapolis conference (9/29-30). Click here to read Joshua Musser Gritter's piece Why I Love Short-Term Mission Trips. Click here to read Forbes's article on The Restaurant of Mistaken Orders. Click here for more details on Mary Cail's new book, Dementia and The Church. Click here to read The Economist's obituary for Bindeshwar Pathak. Hypocrisy Click here to read...2023-09-181h 10Totally Booked with ZibbyTotally Booked with ZibbyJennifer Breheny Wallace, NEVER ENOUGH: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-And What We Can Do about ItPurchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3Rh8N1IShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1329 minGet ConnectedGet ConnectedNEVER ENOUGH: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—And What We Can Do About ItThere’s no question today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. But how do we teach our kids to strive towards excellence without crushing them? Our guest is award-winning reporter Jennifer Breheny Wallace, for her new book NEVER ENOUGH: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—And What We Can Do About It. Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an award-winning journalist and social commentator covering parenting and lifestyle trends for the last decade. Her website is jenniferbwallace.com2023-09-1114 min