Growing Courage, Confidence & Connection with Karen Young

Behaviour, Big Feelings & Self-Regulation

Join Karen Young, acclaimed author and founder of Hey Sigmund, for an insightful and practical talk on helping children and teens navigate big emotions and challenging behaviour.

This engaging session will explore:
✅ Where big feelings come from and why they matter
✅ How to respond in the moment to build calm and connection
✅ Practical ways to support self-regulation and emotional wellbeing
✅ Why traditional discipline doesn’t work—and what to do instead
✅ How to set meaningful boundaries with love and leadership

Perfect for parents, carers, educators, and anyone supporting young people.

This project is supported by the Healthy Tasmania Fund, an initiative of the Tasmanian Government. 
Thanks to East Devonport Child and Family Learning Centre for their support at the event.

Additional Information:

• Do not attend if you are unwell. Please practice COVID safe behaviours.
• Please inform us of any accessibility needs or if a support person will be accompanying you (no charge for Companion Card holders with prior notice). You can do this through the ticketing form or by emailing us at events@devonport.tas.gov.au.
• The multi-level car park at the corner of Best Street and Fenton Way offers disabled access parking, lift access, and flat walking surfaces between the car park and the paranaple centre. Parking fees apply.
• You can enter the paranaple centre through automatic doors at Market Square and Rooke Street. The Market Square entrance offers universal access with a button for easy entry for those with mobility difficulties.
• The paranaple convention centre is on the third floor of the paranaple centre. You can use escalators, lifts, or stairs to move between floors.
• Accessible toilets are available on all floors of the paranaple centre.