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How Do You Get Your Child to Respect Authority?
Season 1 Episode 606
Today's teens view people in authority much differently than they used to. Instead of giving them respect, teens often view authority figures as untrustworthy — sometimes for good reasons. So how do …
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Top Tips for Teens with Anxiety
Season 1 Episode 605
In this special episode, Mark Gregston answers a question from an insightful young lady who is trying to successfully navigate her teen years while dealing with anxiety. Mark shares some practical th…
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Are You Disengaged From Your Teen's Life?
Season 1 Episode 604
When you and your teen are in the midst of conflict, or you don't understand something about their culture, it can be tempting to just pull away from them entirely. But your child needs you the most …
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Don't Lose Love in the Fight
Season 1 Episode 603
When you and your teen disagree on something, whether it's politics, how they're dressing, who they want to date or anything in between, do you get lost in the argument? Or do you respond with love? …
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Overcoming the Sting of Rejection
Season 1 Episode 602
Teenagers are naturally driven to be social butterflies, but when being a people-pleaser backfires or they're totally rejected by their peers, coping with that pain can be challenging. In this week's…
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Why Forgiveness Needs to Prevail
Season 1 Episode 601
One thing is certain about teenagers — they WILL make mistakes and hurt you from time to time. This is where forgiveness is your superpower! In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss …
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Teens and Porn: Caught in the Act
Season 1 Episode 600
This week's top listener question comes from a mom who caught her 16-year-old son watching pornography — a situation all-too-common for many parents of teenage boys. Mark Gregston shares some advice …
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Parents, You're Allowed to Take a Break
Season 1 Episode 599
If you're feeling tired and defeated from ongoing battles with your teen, it might be time for you to take a break! Whether that means going out of town for a weekend, or simply getting up earlier to…
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Are You Listening to Your Teen's Heart?
Season 1 Episode 598
If there is one thing the majority of teens have in common, it's that they are desperate to be loved for WHO they are, not for what they do. So, Mom and Dad, does your teen feel loved unconditionally…
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago
Breaking Down Barriers Between Dads and Teens
Season 1 Episode 597
Teens can benefit enormously from having a close, genuine relationship with their dad, but sometimes — through any combo of life's challenges — it doesn't always work out that way. Dads and their tee…
Published on 3 years, 2 months ago