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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.…
1 year, 3 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-rel…
1 year, 3 months 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 …
1 year, 3 months 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.…
1 year, 3 months 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 th…
1 year, 3 months 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, Mar…
1 year, 3 months 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 resp…
1 year, 3 months 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 th…
1 year, 3 months 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 wi…
1 year, 3 months ago
Teen Stories: The Power of Imperfections
Episode 1227
Many teens feel the pressure to look like they "have it all together" — but secretly, they're struggling with self-doubt and worry about what others …
1 year, 4 months ago