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Stage 07 · 14–17 years

Teen

Driving, dating, and the start of figuring out who they'll be without you in the room. Your job shifts from managing to advising — here's how to make that shift well.

This stage at a glance
14–17 yr
The Teen Years, Honestly · 4-part series
  • The driving conversation
  • Talking about relationships
  • Mental health check-ins
  • Planning for what's next
The Teen Years, Honestly

Start here, in order

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01
Part 1

Teaching them to drive without losing your mind

02
Part 2

Talking about relationships without the lecture

03
Part 3

Checking in on their mental health, for real

04
Part 4

Starting the college and career conversation

Written Guide

The Teen Years, Honestly

Every video in this series, written out — for the conversations that don't fit neatly into one sitting.

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Money Moves for This Stage

Money Moves for This Stage

What to plan for as the bigger costs come into view.

  • Driving & insurance costsMoney MovesWatch →
  • College savings check-inMoney MovesWatch →
  • First job, first paycheck, first lessonsMoney MovesWatch →
Mindset & Connection for This Stage
You're not losing them. You're becoming who they call first.
From the Phrase Library — for the quiet car rides