An evening with Australia’s most trusted parenting voice is coming fast — and if you’ve got teenagers, this is your night.
Teens: What They Don’t Tell Their Parents is a relaxed, practical session packed with real tools for parents riding the adolescence rollercoaster. Best-selling author and educator Michelle Mitchell delivers insights, strategies, and those game-changing “aha” moments you’ll use tomorrow.
Even Michelle’s not immune. Whilst talking to Lucy and Kel recently, she shared how her “responsible” newly licensed son offered to drive his brother to school — then drove straight past for a full day of surfing. She didn’t find out until they were in their 20s.
No family’s perfect. Comforting, right?
With 33+ years working with families, Michelle cuts through to what matters: practical, immediate strategies.
“Once you’ve seen enough families, you get the bird’s-eye view,” she says. “Parents need tangible tools they can use the next day.”
So why do teens stay silent? Independence.
They crave grown-up status before they’re ready. When it’s not freely given, they push boundaries. Parents — with our experience — can sound negative, seeing risks while they chase possibilities. “That clash is constant,” Michelle notes.
“Parenting’s hard because you care. You’re invested. You’re all in.”
Grab your tickets to Teens: What They Don’t Tell Their Parents – Monday, March 2 at 6:30pm. Details at thelight.com.au.
