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Back to SearchBuilding Bridges, Not Walls
Episode 938
Being judgmental when your teen has made a mistake and needs help can build a wall between you that is hard to tear down. There's a time for consequences, but there is also a time for empathy and sup…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Teen Stories: Why Family Support Matters
Episode 937
Teens who are hurting may feel like the best thing to do is pull away and face their problems alone, but at the end of the day, having support from parents and grandparents can make all the differenc…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Tackling Teen Entitlement
Episode 936
An entitled, demanding teen can be a nightmare. There are plenty of parents out there who feel this pain, but in today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd provide practical strategies for emp…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Guiding Teens with Grace
Episode 935
In today's episode, Mark Gregston responds to questions from parents, offering advice on everything from navigating relationship complexities to guiding a boundary-pushing 20-year-old and understandi…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Discipline Without Shame
Episode 934
How parents respond to their teens' mistakes and missteps plays a significant role in the length of time kids spend in darkness and the type of relationship parents have with them. While guilt can se…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Letting Go of Perfect Parenting
Episode 933
Are you trapped in a cycle of trying to be a "perfect" parent? We all want to do the best we can for our kids — and have them do THEIR best — but chasing perfection can do more harm than good. In thi…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Teen Stories: Masking Emotions
Episode 932
Almost everyone has found themselves bottling up their feelings at one point or another — but if that habit keeps up, the bottle is bound to burst. In today's episode, Mark sits down with two teens f…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Do You Know How to Parent With Grace?
Episode 931
Extending grace to a teen who's acting out can be challenging, but responding to your teen's mistakes in a firm but gentle way can make a huge difference in your relationship. In today's episode, Mar…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Growing with Your Teens
Episode 930
If you think your parenting journey ends at 18, think again. Join Mark Gregston in today’s episode, where he tackles pressing questions from parents with older adolescents. He addresses issues such a…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
How to Ask Good Questions
Episode 929
Hey parents! Are you tired of getting one-word answers from your teen? Whether you're struggling to engage in meaningful conversations with your kid or simply want to enhance your communication skill…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago