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Why High-Achieving Kids Feel Lost — Raising Humans, Not Resumes
achievement culture
high-achieving kids
identiy and success
modern parenting
parenting stress
performance pressure
teen mental health
young adult burnout
Feb 21, 2026
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Raising Humans, Not Resumes
Over the last several months, I’ve noticed something that feels bigger than individual families.
In one room, twenty to thirty-year-old women told me they feel empty afte...
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Siah S. Fried, MPH, CHES
Siah is a Parent & Family Wellness Coach specializing in eating disorder behaviors, stress, and unhealthy coping. She help families navigate overwhelming challenges, reduce stress, and build resilience so both your child and your whole family can thrive