Jennifer Breheny Wallace- Journalist & Author
In her New York Times bestseller Never Enough, Wallace introduced the groundbreaking framework of mattering — the fundamental need for young people to feel valued for who they are —as a powerful antidote to the toxic effects of achievement culture. In her new book Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose, Wallace turns her focus to the adults in our children’s lives to explore the transformative power of mattering in their well-being.
In this intimate Suite Escape digital conversation, Jennifer will share the research, stories, and everyday practices that help families cultivate genuine connection and emotional well-being in a culture shaped by pressure and performance. Together, we’ll explore how centering mattering in family life can reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and deepen relationships—without lowering expectations or values.
This event is designed for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking a steadier, more connected way forward—one rooted in presence, connection, and purpose.
What You’ll Learn
How mattering acts as a protective buffer for children’s emotional health
Simple, research-backed ways to help kids feel seen, valued, and supported
How to ease achievement pressure without lowering standards
Tools to strengthen resilience, purpose, and connection at home
Why mattering is just as essential for adults—and how to model it daily
How to build caregiver resilience – despite the pressures of modern parenting
About Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an award-winning journalist and bestselling author focused on the science of mattering, connection, and well-being. She is the founder of The Mattering Institute and co-founder of The Mattering Movement, a national nonprofit advancing mattering practices in K–12 schools.
A maternal mental health advocate at Calm, Jennifer consults for Netflix, is a BCG BrightHouse Luminary, and partnered with The LEGO Group on its global Play Unstoppable campaign. She serves on the Advisory Board for Making Caring Common at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and was a 2025 guest lecturer at NYU.
She began her career at CBS’s 60 Minutes, where she was part of a team awarded the Robert F. Kennedy Award for Excellence in Journalism, and she continues to write for The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, appear on national television, and serve on the board of the Coalition for the Homeless in New York City.