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Shut Your Mouth, Open Your Ears
Episode 1509
In this episode, Mark and Wayne discuss one of the most overlooked parenting tools: listening. They explore why teens often tune out when parents tal…
4 weeks ago
Understanding the ‘Why’ Behind Teen Outbursts
Episode 1508
Every parent is bound to face a moment when their teen’s anger seems to explode out of nowhere. But as Mark explains in today’s episode, there’s alwa…
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Teen Stories: Finding Yourself Again
Episode 1507
What happens when your life starts to spiral and you lose sight of who you are? For many teens, struggles with identity, relationships and loss can l…
4 weeks, 2 days ago
Rescuing or Preparing: Are You Robbing Your Teen?
Episode 1506
In this episode, Mark and Wayne tackle the hard truth of “rescuing” teens from life’s painful moments and why this well-intentioned instinct can actu…
1 month ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Setting Boundaries With Teens & Young Adults
Episode 1505
Does any of this sound familiar? Your college-age daughter wants to move in with her boyfriend against your wishes. Your son fights you on doing his …
1 month ago
9 Things Boomers Do to Drive Away Their Children & Grandkids
Episode 1504
It’s easy to fall into the trap of criticizing “kids these days.” But how you view the younger generation will shape the kind of relationship you hav…
1 month ago
When Your Child's Choices Hurt
Episode 1503
In this episode, Mark shares a deeply personal devotional about the challenges parents face when their teens make decisions that go against family va…
1 month ago
Teen Stories: Looking For Answers
Episode 1502
Most struggling teens hold a story inside their hearts: a story of searching, hurt and hope. In today’s episode, Mark sits down with two Heartlight t…
1 month ago
Decisions That Shape Generations
Episode 1501
In this episode, Mark and Wayne talk about the profound impact that tough parenting decisions can have on a family's future. Through personal stories…
1 month, 1 week ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Respect, Rebellion and Raising Responsible Kids
Episode 1500
In today's Q&A episode, Mark tackles some more tough questions submitted by listeners about raising teens and young adults. From dealing with a disre…
1 month, 1 week ago