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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 tro…
2 years, 7 months 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 dur…
2 years, 7 months 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…
2 years, 7 months 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 t…
2 years, 7 months 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…
2 years, 7 months 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…
2 years, 7 months 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 …
2 years, 8 months 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,…
2 years, 8 months ago
Looking in the Mirror
Episode 878
If you've ever experienced rejection from your teen, it can feel a lot like you've been "fired" as a parent. None of the baseball games or dance reci…
2 years, 8 months ago
Teen Stories: When Trust Is Broken
Episode 877
When a teen has broken your trust, it can be hard for parents to take that leap of faith again ... and our kids know this too. In today's episode, Ma…
2 years, 8 months ago