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The Science of Being Seen: Parenting with Mattering in Mind
Award-winning journalist and bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins Suite Escape to explore what children — and adults — truly need to thrive: mattering, the experience of being seen, valued, and able to contribute. In her forthcoming book, Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose, she builds on insights from her New York Times bestseller Never Enough to offer a research-backed framework for fostering genuine connection and emotional well-being in a pressure-filled world.
Jennifer will lead us through the science, stories, and practical tools that help families strengthen resilience, reduce achievement overload without lowering standards, and deepen purpose and connection at home. If you’ve been feeling the weight of modern parenting, this conversation may be the reset you didn’t know you needed.
What You’ll Learn
How mattering works as a protective buffer for kids
Simple, research-backed practices to help children feel seen and supported
Ways to ease achievement pressure without compromising high standards
Tools that strengthen resilience, purpose, and connection in your family
Why mattering is essential for adults — and how to model it daily
About the Author
Jennifer is the founder of The Mattering Institute and co-founder of The Mattering Movement. She consults for Calm and Netflix, partnered with The LEGO Group on its “Play Unstoppable” campaign, contributes to WSJ and The Washington Post, and began her career at 60 Minutes.