Too much of a good thing
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Too Much of a Good Thing is a cautionary exploration of the potential pitfalls of over-involvement in various aspects of life, from parenting to personal pursuits.
It argues that even positive endeavors, when taken to extremes, can yield detrimental effects on our well-being and relationships.
The book examines how an excessive focus on one area can lead to burnout, diminished creativity, and a loss of overall balance.
By presenting real-life examples and psychological insights, it encourages readers to recognize the importance of moderation and to cultivate a more sustainable and fulfilling approach to their lives.
It argues that even positive endeavors, when taken to extremes, can yield detrimental effects on our well-being and relationships.
The book examines how an excessive focus on one area can lead to burnout, diminished creativity, and a loss of overall balance.
By presenting real-life examples and psychological insights, it encourages readers to recognize the importance of moderation and to cultivate a more sustainable and fulfilling approach to their lives.
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, when discussing the concept of over-parenting.

Nina Bandelj

Nina Bandelj, "Overinvested: The Emotional Economy of Modern Parenting" (Princeton UP, 2026)
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as a book that describes the downsides of being over-involved in parenting.

Nina Bandelj

Nina Bandelj, "Overinvested: The Emotional Economy of Modern Parenting" (Princeton UP, 2026)


