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Episode 888
Grandparents, what do your grandkids feel when they first walk in your front door? Do they feel welcomed and safe? Or like they can't be themselves? In today's episode, Mark talks about how grandpare…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Teen Stories: Numbing the Pain
Episode 887
Drug use in teens often starts because it seems like a way to relax, but often, they begin to rely on substances just to get through the day. For many, it becomes a way to silence inner turmoil. In t…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Teen Drug Use: Signs, Signals and Solutions
Episode 886
It's easier for teens to get their hands on drugs than it ever has been, and the accessibility coupled with teens' natural curiosity often spells trouble. So, do you know what signs to look for that …
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Conflicting Values
Episode 885
Your teenager is well aware of your beliefs; they don't need a constant reminder. What they do need is a strong, supportive relationship with you during this confusing time in their lives. In today’s…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Embracing Failure
Episode 884
When you give teens the opportunity to make their own decisions, they WILL eventually fail, and that’s okay! Avoiding giving them control out of fear of failure will hinder their ability to learn how…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Supporting Your Kids (and THEIR Kids) in Word and Deed
Episode 883
If you're a grandparent, you might have times when you're tempted to try to step in and parent your grandchildren, but in most cases, you can leave that to YOUR kids! Your role is to support them and…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Teen Stories: Running From Pain
Episode 882
When teens are carrying around a lot of hurt inside, they often look for any way to numb it or escape it — even if that means physically running away from home. In today's episode, Mark chats with tw…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Looking for Love in the Wrong Places
Episode 881
Today's culture is more permissive of sexual activity in the teen years than ever before, and for many teens, this behavior may seem like an easy way to find the sense of connection they crave. This …
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
I Mustache Mark a Question: Unlocking Real Conversations
Episode 880
We all share the universal desire for deep, genuine connections with our teenagers. In today's episode, Mark Gregston tackles questions from parents striving to balance maintaining that essential con…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago
Punishment vs. Discipline
Episode 879
As our society moves from a fear-based parenting model to a relationally centered one, our methods need to adapt accordingly. Punishing out of anger, frustration or hurt is easy to do, but it won’t h…
Published on 2 years, 1 month ago