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My 16-year-old son has always needed a little encouragement, but lately, he’s shown no interest in obtaining his driver’s license. It’s not that he doesn’t want one; he seems to be actively undermining his chances of getting it.
His driving instructor mentioned that while she’s no longer anxious about driving with him, he still makes “peculiar choices” behind the wheel. She reassured me he’s not a danger, but he has been known to pull over just to grab a piece of gum, or approach a stop sign, put the car in park, rev the engine, and laugh.
This odd behavior isn’t limited to driving. It seems all his shoes have vanished except for his flip-flops—definitely not ideal for a teen still figuring out the brakes. When it’s time for practice, he often feigns sleep, a tactic he’s mastered whenever he wants to avoid a required task. At this rate, I’m beginning to wonder if he’ll ever get that license.
He’s driving under pressure, but that’s just how he operates. He considers throwing away candy wrappers a hassle and will only walk the dog if I threaten to take away his phone. However, years of this pressure have led to some positive outcomes—he surprised us by wanting to join the tennis team this year and formed close friendships after being nudged into theater camp. Compulsory percussion lessons helped him build enough confidence to perform in the marching band—something he would have shied away from before.
So, it seemed logical to require him to pursue his driver’s license, even though he’s reluctant. But why should that deter us? His list of willingly pursued interests is rather short.
I’ve tried to understand his hesitance, but my son is not one to share easily, and asking him directly usually results in a shrug. Avoiding the teenage rite of passage that is driving seems counterintuitive to what most 16-year-olds desire. But does it really matter why he’s not interested? It’s time for me to accept that, while getting a driver’s license is a significant milestone for many teenagers, it simply isn’t one my son is eager to achieve.
For now, I’ll keep listening for hints or signs about his feelings, as I know I need to stay connected with him.
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Summary
The article discusses a parent’s perspective on their 16-year-old son who is uninterested in getting his driver’s license. Despite his reluctance, the parent reflects on the importance of patience and understanding, acknowledging that not all milestones hold the same significance for every child, and emphasizes the value of open communication.
Keyphrase: My teen doesn’t want a driver’s license
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