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Mattering : the secret to a life of deep connection and purpose / Jennifer Breheny Wallace.

Athenaeum of Philadelphia - Circulating Collection BF575.S37 W35 2026
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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Wallace, Jennifer Breheny, author.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Self-esteem.
Self-confidence.
Interpersonal relations.
Meaning (Psychology).
Social psychology.
Mental health.
Quality of life.
Work-life balance.
Caregivers--Psychology.
Caregivers.
Grief--Psychological aspects.
Grief.
Resilience (Personality trait).
Genre:
Self-help publications.
Physical Description:
272 pages ; 24 cm
Other Title:
Secret to a life of deep connection and purpose
Place of Publication:
New York, NY : Portfolio/Penguin, [2026]
Summary:
Mattering examines the concept of "mattering," defined as the perception of being valued and having opportunities to contribute, and its relationship to individual and social well-being. Drawing on research and personal narratives, Wallace explores how experiences of mattering and not mattering affect people in various contexts, including work, caregiving, grief, and life transitions. The book introduces the idea of a "mattering core," consisting of recognizing one's impact, being relied upon in balanced ways, feeling prioritized, and being known and invested in by others. Wallace discusses strategies for strengthening this core and considers how individuals, organizations, and communities can foster environments that support a sense of mattering and purpose.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Local Notes:
Athenaeum copy: Gift of the Robert J. & Thelma E. Gill book fund.
ISBN:
0593850599
9780593850596
OCLC:
1525983236

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