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Back to SearchTeen Stories: Overcoming Communication Barriers
Episode 1087
Communicating with teens today can sometimes be a real challenge. Between family struggles and tech distractions, it's a tough landscape! But for your teen's sake, don't give up. In today's show, Mar…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
How to Create — and Embrace — an Imperfect Home
Episode 1086
In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the importance of creating and embracing an imperfect home. Mark believes imperfection attracts your teens and creates an atmosphere of hope.…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Adopted Teens and Consequences
Episode 1085
In this insightful Q&A episode, Mark Gregston addresses a pressing question from a listener named David, who is struggling with his adopted daughter's disregard for consequences. Mark discusses the p…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Rescuing Your Teen
Episode 1084
Bad choices ... unfortunate events ... tough situations ... Could these be the very things that will strengthen your teen and teach them to look to God? Listen as Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd add…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Finding Joy in Life's Ups and Downs
Episode 1083
In this heartfelt episode, Mark opens up about his personal struggles with kidney disease and the life-changing journey he's about to embark on with a possible kidney transplant. He shares touching s…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Teen Stories: "Broken, But Healing"
Episode 1082
Trauma can cause kids to have to grow up too quickly — and no matter how resilient a teen may seem, having a supportive family can make a huge difference. In today's episode, Mark talks with two more…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Learning to Shut Your Mouth and Open Your Ears
Episode 1081
Today, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk with us about what happens when parents talk too much and listen too little. They share the importance of inviting your teen to speak while truly listenin…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Video Game Addiction
Episode 1080
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston dives into a real-life issue: a 14-year-old spending thousands of dollars on video games using his parents' credit card. Mark discusses appropriate consequences, emp…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
Turning Down the Heat: Managing Teen and Parent Anger
Episode 1079
Conflict is inevitable, but how we handle it can make all the difference, especially when it comes to our teens. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into the challenging topic o…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago
What Are Teens Really Looking For?
Episode 1078
Adapting to your teen's world doesn't mean compromising your values. It means meeting them where they are, understanding their reality and guiding them in ways that are relevant to today's challenges…
Published on 1 year, 4 months ago