For Parents, Happiness Is a Very High Bar

Explore the challenges of modern parenting in this thought-provoking 18-minute TED talk by writer Jennifer Senior. Delve into the overwhelming nature of parenting advice and the anxiety-inducing goal of raising happy children in middle-class society. Gain insights into why this aim is so elusive and discover more achievable and compassionate approaches to parenting. Learn how to navigate the complexities of parenthood with a fresh perspective, offering a kinder alternative to the pressure-filled expectations often placed on parents today.

Jennifer Senior: For parents, happiness is a very high bar