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Scenario

When Your Teenager Wants to Drop Out for Their Dreams

My 16-year-old son told me he wants to drop out of high school to become a YouTuber and I don't know whether to support his dreams or push him toward something more stable.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A parent struggles between honoring their child's autonomy and protecting them from what feels like a risky path.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

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Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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