Why people recommend it
Generation Me by Jean M. Twenge is a non-fiction psychology book examining the self-esteem movement and tracking the generational traits, experiences, and cultural shifts of Millennials. The book was discussed across multiple podcast appearances by the author. Chris Williamson brought up Dr. Jean M. Twenge's past book Generation Me on Modern Wisdom to discuss how Millennials have fared over time, noting that it was one of the first works she wrote on the topic back in 2006 and asking for her thoughts on the generation she has tracked for quite a while. Similarly, Jordan B. Peterson brought up Dr. Twenge's earlier book Generation Me on The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast to discuss the self-esteem movement, pointing out that self-esteem has always been a particular bugbear of his. Both podcast hosts utilized the book to explore the psychological landscape and societal development of younger generations, referencing Twenge's long-standing research into narcissism, neuroticism, and generational attitudes. Through these discussions, the book serves as a foundational text for understanding the intersection of youth culture, psychological trends, and parental philosophies over the past few decades.
Who recommended it
- Chris Williamson Discussed
- Jordan B. Peterson Discussed
Chris Williamson — 1 mention
“one of the first ones that you wrote was generation me which was back in 2006. given that you've been tracking my generation for quite a while what are your thoughts or what's the story of how Millennials have done in your opinion”
Jordan B. Peterson — 1 mention
“oh you you talked in your book um in in uh in generation me you talked about the self-esteem movement and self-esteem has always been a particular bug bearer of mine”
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Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“her other published books include generation me why today's Young Americans are more confident assertive entitled and more miserable than ever before the narcissism epidemic living in the age of entitlement co-authored with W Keith Campbell the impatient woman's guide to getting pregnant personality psychology understanding yourself and others co-authored with W Keith Campbell and Social Psychology co-authored with David”