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Episode 1306
In this episode, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lafleur explore how parents can help teens take ownership of their faith as they grow more independent. With many teens leaving the church …
Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Bullying, Boundaries and Beliefs
Episode 1305
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston addresses real-life scenarios drawing directly from listener-submitted questions. He discusses everything from dealing with mean texts and peer behavior, guiding ado…
Published on 6 months ago
How to Handle Hot Topics with Your Teen
Episode 1304
Join Mark Gregston, Courtney Lefleur and Wayne Shepherd as they explore how parents can effectively engage their teens in conversations about hot-button topics like gender, politics and morality. The…
Published on 6 months ago
Relationship Over Expectations
Episode 1303
Today, Mark Gregston reflects on the painful experience of initially rejecting his son during a difficult season and how that taught him the importance of prioritizing relationships over rigid expect…
Published on 6 months ago
Teen Stories: The Road to Rebuilding Trust
Episode 1302
Every troubled teen has a story behind their struggles — often rooted in pain, loss or broken trust. We hear a couple more of those stories today when Mark sits down with two teens from Heartlight, i…
Published on 6 months ago
How to Gain Your Teen's Respect
Episode 1301
Join Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lefleur as they explore how parents can earn the respect of their teens. The three emphasize the power of tone, empathy and understanding the world you…
Published on 6 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Faith, Family and Friction
Episode 1300
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston addresses real-life dilemmas sent in by listeners — ranging from navigating technology boundaries, handling grief and loss, and dealing with issues around sexuality …
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
The Mentoring Role of Grandparents
Episode 1299
In this episode, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lefleur explore the powerful and unique role grandparents play in the lives of teenagers. Mark shares a heartfelt story about how becoming …
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
The Importance of Perspective
Episode 1298
Today, Mark Gregston reflects on a heartfelt story about a moment with his daughter and granddaughter at a concert that offered him a powerful lesson in perspective. His granddaughter’s simple insigh…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Teen Stories: The Value of Real Self-Worth
Episode 1297
Almost every teen’s story holds a search for acceptance, even if that journey is sometimes disguised by rebellion or pain. In today's episode, Mark talks with two more Heartlight students who open up…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago