Jennifer B Wallace

In this engaging discussion, journalist Jennifer Wallace, author of "Never Enough," sheds light on the pressures teens face under achievement culture. She explores how high expectations from parents can harm mental health and deepen anxiety among youth. Wallace emphasizes the need to prioritize individual child needs over societal benchmarks and advocates for a supportive community approach. The conversation also highlights the importance of unconditional love in parenting and the necessity of emotional support for both parents and children.

Jennifer B Wallace, award-winning journalist and author of 'Never Enough: When Achievement Pressure Becomes Toxic,' delves into toxic achievement culture and the importance of relationships. They explore the decline of social clubs and neighborhood connections while emphasizing the power of mattering and understanding your child's strengths.