How Mattering to Yourself & Others Can Change Your Life with Oprah, Jennifer Wallace & Ina Garten

The podcast explores the concept of "mattering," the fundamental human need to feel valued and connected. Jennifer Wallace, author of "Mattering," discusses the erosion of this feeling in modern society, replaced by a pursuit of counterfeit forms of mattering like attention and prestige. Referencing theologian Henry Nowen, Wallace points out the lies of society, where self-worth is tied to possessions or external validation, contrasting this with intrinsic values linked to well-being. The discussion highlights how a lack of mattering can lead to loneliness, dangerous behaviors, and health issues, emphasizing the importance of deep relationships and feeling depended upon. Examples include stories from a military wife, a former sanitation worker turned Harvard Law graduate, and personal anecdotes from Oprah and Ina Garten.