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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 t…
3 years, 6 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 …
3 years, 6 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 do…
3 years, 6 months ago
When Teens Enter Self-Destruct Mode
Season 1 Episode 596
Teens in today's culture engage in all kinds of self-destructive behaviors, from cutting to drinking to sexual promiscuity. So, as a parent, how can …
3 years, 6 months ago
Learning to Love Your Adult Child's Future Spouse
Season 1 Episode 595
When your child enters their young adult years, they'll more than likely start seeking out a serious relationship or future spouse — and you may very…
3 years, 7 months ago
The Modern Spiritual Prodigal
Season 1 Episode 594
When your teen pulls away from — or outright rejects — the faith that you've raised them with, it can feel like you've done something wrong as a pare…
3 years, 7 months ago
Teens Are Crying Out for Real Wisdom
Season 1 Episode 593
From the outside, today's teen culture looks crazy — practically every parent can agree on that! But it's important to remember that it's all your ch…
3 years, 7 months ago
Coming Back from Rock Bottom
Season 1 Episode 592
In this week's interview with Heartlight teens, Mark Gregston sits down to talk with a couple of teens who know exactly what it feels like to hit roc…
3 years, 7 months ago
Teens and Drug Use: Don't Get Caught Off Guard
Season 1 Episode 591
Out of the thousands of teens who have stayed at Heartlight, a large portion of them have been involved with some kind of drug use. A common factor? …
3 years, 7 months ago
Enforcing Rules on Older Teens
Season 1 Episode 590
In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers the parenting question of the week, which comes from a couple trying to figure out if they can still enforc…
3 years, 7 months ago