Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchInstilling and Validating Value in Your Teen
Episode 1029
It's not enough to just love your child; they need to feel valued by you. When teens don't believe they’re valued, they often seek validation in unhe…
1 year, 9 months ago
Why Listening Is the Ultimate Parenting Superpower
Episode 1028
Listening is more than just hearing words — it’s about understanding the heart behind them. As a parent, active listening can transform your relation…
1 year, 9 months ago
Teen Stories: Reclaiming Self-Worth
Episode 1027
Developing a sense of identity as a teen is already a tough job, but when the heaviness of depression sets in, their self-worth can completely plumme…
1 year, 9 months ago
Is Your Teen Going to Extremes?
Episode 1026
From bizarre trends to dangerous challenges, the digital age bombards teens with harmful ideas. In today's show, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd tac…
1 year, 9 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Social Exclusion, Sibling Rivalry and Setting Boundaries
Episode 1025
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston answers some of your toughest questions. From dealing with social exclusion and sibling rivalries to initiating dif…
1 year, 9 months ago
Connection Through Correction
Episode 1024
As a parent, you need to check your ego at the door. When your teen makes a mistake, it's not an opportunity to showcase your authority, but rather t…
1 year, 9 months ago
Finding Balance in Our Expectations
Episode 1023
As parents, we love our children deeply, and naturally, we want the best for them. But, our expectations can sometimes convey a pursuit of perfection…
1 year, 9 months ago
Teen Stories: When Depression Takes Hold
Episode 1022
In the overwhelming, high-pressure culture we live in, more teens than ever are dealing with depression. It's sometimes hard for parents to see what …
1 year, 9 months ago
More Than Meets the Eye: Unpacking Bad Behavior
Episode 1021
Are you struggling to understand your teen's behavior? You're not alone. Many parents only see the "fruit" (behavior) without recognizing the "root" …
1 year, 9 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Self-Worth, Substance Use and Secret Lives
Episode 1020
In today’s episode, Mark Gregston answers questions sent in by parents, addressing concerns such as an adopted teen dismissing consequences and a dau…
1 year, 9 months ago