Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchTeen Stories: Embracing Real Change
Episode 1237
Typically, change in a family doesn't happen overnight — it takes humility and a willingness on everyone's part to learn how to do things differently. Today, Mark sits down with two Heartlight teens …
Published on 9 months ago
Your Authoritative Parenting Style Doesn’t Work
Episode 1236
In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explain why authoritarian parenting no longer works, as kids today are more skeptical of authority. Instead of demanding obedience, parents should bu…
Published on 9 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Vaping, Drinking and Family Tension
Episode 1235
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston discusses a variety of difficult scenarios that parents like you are navigating with their teens. From adoption-related challenges and teenage substance use to compl…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
Grandparenting Today's Teens
Episode 1234
In today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the valuable role grandparents play in their grandchildren’s lives. They emphasize that involvement is a choice that offers a unique oppor…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
What You Do Matters More Than What You Say
Episode 1233
In this episode, Mark offers a heartfelt message inspired by 1 John 3:8, urging parents to prioritize actions over words when raising their children. He emphasizes that teaching through example is fa…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
Teen Stories: At Arm's Length
Episode 1232
Navigating trauma or family conflicts can often lead to teens shutting people out due to overwhelming emotions. Being isolated may seem "safer" to them, but it's a lonely place to be. In today's show…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
Is Your Teen Rebellious or Lost?
Episode 1241
In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share insights from Mark's decades of experience working with thousands of teens. Surprisingly, Mark has encountered only a handful of truly rebellio…
Published on 9 months, 1 week ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Consequences, Communication and Connection
Episode 1230
In this Q&A episode, Mark Gregston tackles common parenting dilemmas, offering valuable insights and strategies for dealing with teens who don't respond to consequences, monitoring cell phone usage a…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago
Parenting Teens with Conviction and Compassion
Episode 1229
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the importance of being intentional in your parenting — as you prepare your child for the future, while staying true to your values and co…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago
What If My Teen Thinks I Owe Them Everything
Episode 1228
Join Mark Gregston as he answers a listener’s question on entitlement and teens. Mark explains why entitlement is an issue every family with teens will face and explores why today’s teens may feel mo…
Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago