The Quest for Legitimacy

Discover how the children of prominent families pursue their own path while contributing to their family's legacy In The Quest for Legitimacy: How Children of Prominent Families Discover Their Unique Place in the World, accomplished family and private wealth consultant Dr. James Weiner delivers a unique and eye-opening discussion of the Rising Generation's quest for self-determination in the shadow of a larger-than-life family. The author relies on qualitative research conducted on wealthy families to explore topics like: Rites of passage in prominent families and what liberation for young family members actually looks and feels like Separating from and returning to your family while finding people to trust on your journey How to deal with the long shadows cast by wealthy family members Perfect for members of wealthy and accomplished families, as well as the people who advise them, The Quest for Legitimacy is an essential read for anyone navigating the complex dynamics of accomplished families.

Foreword vii Preface xi Acknowledgments xv Introduction 1 Chapter 1 Toward the Light 5 Chapter 2 The Betwixt and Between 19 Chapter 3 Stuck 29 Chapter 4 Breaking Points 43 Chapter 5 Make the Break: Take the Quest 57 Chapter 6 The Quest: The Inner Journey 69 Chapter 7 Exploration 91 Chapter 8 Women on the Quest 105 Chapter 9 Giants: Mere Mortals 123 Chapter 10 Rising: A Mindset 135 Moving forward on the Quest 145 About the Author 187 Index 189