High School From Both Sides: What Teens Wish Parents Knew - A convo with a Teen!

<p>In this episode, I’m joined by someone very close to my heart — my sister-in-law, Taylor. Taylor is currently in high school and about to step into Year 11, so we decided to have a very real, very honest conversation about navigating high school from <em>both</em> sides.</p><p>We talk about what it’s actually like starting high school, making friends, feeling overwhelmed, and finding your way when everything feels new. Taylor shares what she wishes more parents understood about Year 7 — from friendships and timetables to pressure, kindness, and why asking for help matters more than people think.</p><p>Then we flip the script. Taylor asks me what to expect heading into Year 11 — socially, emotionally, and academically — and we unpack the pressure teens feel to “lock in,” grow up fast, and carry everything on their own.</p><p>This episode is for parents who want insight straight from a teen, and for teens who need reassurance that they’re not behind, broken, or doing it wrong. It’s also a great one to listen to <em>together</em>.</p><p>You’re going to be okay. And you don’t have to do this alone.</p>