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'The perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' PROFESSOR TIM SPECTOR 'Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us – and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT ‘Beautifully written and deeply felt’ SUSAN CAIN –––––––––––––––––– From award-winning writer Jennifer Breheny Wallace, a deeply consequential look at restoring closeness in our relationships and how feeling connected – mattering – can bring purpose and happiness to our lives. In a world where loneliness, burnout, and disconnection have reached crisis levels, Jennifer Breheny Wallace offers a transformative solution: mattering. Through vivid storytelling and groundbreaking research, Mattering: The Secret to Building a Life of Deep Purpose and Connection reveals how feeling seen, needed, and valued isn't just a nice-to-have—it's essential for our wellbeing and society's future. Filled with stories of individuals who have discovered the power of mattering, from the story of a fire chief who re-energized his emotionally exhausted team by helping them see their long-term impact, to a woman who transformed her grief into a movement helping thousands rebuild their lives, Wallace shows how mattering can be cultivated in every sphere of life. She demonstrates that when people feel they truly matter—that their presence and contributions are noticed, needed, and missed when they aren’t there—everything changes. Productivity soars, relationships deepen, and communities strengthen. Drawing on compelling research and intimate portraits of people who've discovered the power of mattering, Wallace provides a practical blueprint for creating lives of deeper meaning and connection. She reveals: How small acts of recognition can transform workplace culture and prevent burnout Why helping others often energizes us rather than depletes us How to build ""mattering spaces"" that foster genuine connection in our communities Practical strategies for navigating life transitions while maintaining our sense of purpose Perfect for readers of Brené Brown and Adam Grant, this timely book offers both hope and concrete solutions for our modern crisis of disconnection. Mattering isn't just another self-help guide—it's a revolutionary framework for rebuilding the connections that make life meaningful and creating positive change that ripples outward from ourselves to our relationships, workplaces, and communities. With clarity and compassion, Wallace shows us that the antidote to our cultural crisis of isolation isn't to turn inward, but to recognize how much we matter to each other. This book will forever change how you think about your role in the lives of others and offer a path to a more connected, purposeful life.

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‘Beautifully written and deeply felt, Mattering explores one of the most fundamental yet under-appreciated human needs – to be valued for who we actually are. Jennifer Wallace gives readers the insights we need to understand each other, and the actions we can take to enhance each other’s lives’ Susan Cain, #1 bestselling author of Quiet 'Mattering is the perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' Professor Tim Spector, bestselling author of Ferment and Food for Life ‘Mattering is one of those rare books that hits both the head and the heart. Jennifer Wallace weaves beautiful storytelling with rigorous science into a compelling call-to-action on how to build a meaningful life. This is an urgent, culture-shifting book that will fundamentally impact the way you live, lead, and love’ Sahil Bloom, Sunday Times bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth ‘Too many of us feel disconnected, even from the people we love. Mattering is a powerful guide to restoring closeness in our relationships, cultivating compassion for ourselves, and creating the deep connections we all crave’ Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author 'With thoughtful analysis and heartfelt stories, Jennifer Wallace helps us understand what is at the root of so many of our modern day struggles. At a time when so many people are feeling invisible, Mattering is an essential guide for how to restore meaning, comfort, and joy to our lives' Vivek Murthy, MD, MBA. ‘This is a road map for living a happy and fulfilled life. It will not only deepen your relationships, it will also change how you see yourself. Mattering should be required reading for everyone!’ Ina Garten, bestselling author of The Barefoot Contessa ‘The most consequential book I have encountered in years, Mattering is a big idea laid out in fine, persuasive detail where something as simple as a clementine will tell you everything you need to know about flourishing’ ‎Kelly Corrigan, bestselling author of The Middle Place

‘Mattering is one of those rare books that hits both the head and the heart. Jennifer Wallace weaves beautiful storytelling with rigorous science into a compelling call-to-action on how to build a meaningful life. This is an urgent, culture-shifting book that will fundamentally impact the way you live, lead, and love’ Sahil Bloom, New York Times bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth ‘This book is a road map for living a happy and fulfilled life. It will not only deepen your relationships, it will also change how you see yourself. Mattering should be required reading for everyone!’ Ina Garten,New York Times bestselling author of The Barefoot Contessa Cookbooks and Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir ‘Why do so many people feel adrift and purposeless these days—and what can be done to address this problem? In this powerful and persuasive book, Jennifer Wallace explains why mattering plays such an essential role in a happy life. With cutting-edge research, deep insight, and real-life stories, Wallace explores how we can bring more mattering into our own lives’ Gretchen Rubin, New York Times bestselling author of The Four Tendencies and Better Than Before ‘The most consequential book I have encountered in years, Mattering is a big idea laid out in fine, persuasive detail where something as simple as a clementine will tell you everything you need to know about flourishing’ ‎Kelly Corrigan, New York Times bestselling author of The Middle Place and Tell Me More

‘Beautifully written and deeply felt, Mattering explores one of the most fundamental yet under-appreciated human needs – to be valued for who we actually are. Jennifer Wallace gives readers the insights we need to understand each other, and the actions we can take to enhance each other’s lives’ Susan Cain, #1 bestselling author of Quiet 'A timely, vitally important read about what’s missing from so many people’s lives. Wallace has a deep understanding of what matters most to us – and her book shows us how to find it' ADAM GRANT, internationally bestselling author of Think Again 'Mattering is the perfect antidote to our modern mental health epidemic' Professor Tim Spector, bestselling author of Ferment and Food for Life ‘This is an urgent, culture-shifting book that will fundamentally impact the way you live, lead, and love’ Sahil Bloom, Sunday Times bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth ‘A powerful guide to restoring closeness in our relationships, cultivating compassion for ourselves, and creating the deep connections we all crave’ Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author 'With thoughtful analysis and heartfelt stories, Jennifer Wallace helps us understand what is at the root of so many of our modern day struggles. At a time when so many people are feeling invisible, Mattering is an essential guide for how to restore meaning, comfort, and joy to our lives' Vivek Murthy, MD, MBA. ‘This is a road map for living a happy and fulfilled life. It will not only deepen your relationships, it will also change how you see yourself. Mattering should be required reading for everyone!’ Ina Garten, bestselling author of The Barefoot Contessa 'You matter. And if you’ve ever felt like you don’t, Mattering will change that. Jennifer Breheny Wallace takes you on a journey through invisibility, isolation and the turn toward significance, offering hard-hitting insight and real-world tools to reclaim your value' Emma Reed Turrell, author of Please Yourself

‘Beautifully written and deeply felt, Mattering explores one of the most fundamental yet under-appreciated human needs – to be valued for who we actually are. Jennifer Wallace gives readers the insights we need to understand each other, and the actions we can take to enhance each other’s lives’ Susan Cain, #1 bestselling author of Quiet and Bittersweet ‘Mattering is one of those rare books that hits both the head and the heart. Jennifer Wallace weaves beautiful storytelling with rigorous science into a compelling call-to-action on how to build a meaningful life. This is an urgent, culture-shifting book that will fundamentally impact the way you live, lead, and love’ Sahil Bloom, Sunday Times bestselling author of The 5 Types of Wealth ‘Too many of us feel disconnected, even from the people we love. Mattering is a powerful guide to restoring closeness in our relationships, cultivating compassion for ourselves, and creating the deep connections we all crave’ Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone 'With thoughtful analysis and heartfelt stories, Jennifer Wallace helps us understand what is at the root of so many of our modern day struggles. At a time when so many people are feeling invisible, Mattering is an essential guide for how to restore meaning, comfort, and joy to our lives' Vivek Murthy, MD, MBA. 19th and 21st Surgeon General of the United States ‘This book is a road map for living a happy and fulfilled life. It will not only deepen your relationships, it will also change how you see yourself. Mattering should be required reading for everyone!’ Ina Garten, bestselling author of The Barefoot Contessa ‘The most consequential book I have encountered in years, Mattering is a big idea laid out in fine, persuasive detail where something as simple as a clementine will tell you everything you need to know about flourishing’ ‎Kelly Corrigan, bestselling author of The Middle Place and Tell Me More

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Jennifer 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. After graduating Harvard College, Wallace worked as a producer at CBS 60 Minutes, where she was part of the team that won The Robert F. Kennedy Awards for Excellence in Journalism. She is a contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and frequently appears on national television programs to discuss her work. Her recent Ted talk can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxpONecbsZQ

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