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You Weren't Created to Be a Doormat
Season 1 Episode 589
As a parent, you have every right to establish boundaries to protect yourself AND your teen. Adolescents are self-centered by nature, and if you don'…
3 years, 7 months ago
Take the Pressure Off Yourself — And Your Kids!
Season 1 Episode 588
Do you ever catch yourself worrying about if people view you as a good parent? You're not alone, but the good news is that you can take the pressure …
3 years, 7 months ago
What Issues Hide Behind Perfectionism?
Season 1 Episode 587
Teens that struggle with perfectionism often start using harmful coping mechanisms to help relieve some of the pressure they put on themselves. But u…
3 years, 7 months ago
When Your Teen Says 'No' to Church
Season 1 Episode 586
For plenty of families who go to church on a regular basis, there will come a day when your teen (or pre-teen) starts pushing back and doesn't want t…
3 years, 7 months ago
Pinpointing the Proper Consequences
Season 1 Episode 585
In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers a question from a distraught couple whose teenage son stole hundreds of dollars from them to spend on video…
3 years, 7 months ago
How Does Divorce Really Impact Kids?
Season 1 Episode 584
In today's culture, the chances are pretty high that your family has been directly or indirectly impacted by divorce in some way — and many people sa…
3 years, 7 months ago
The First Step to Healing Your Family Is Acceptance
Season 1 Episode 583
In this devotional, Mark Gregston shares stories from families who all had to accept the truth of their child's behavior or struggles in order to mov…
3 years, 7 months ago
The Toxic Side of Technology
Season 1 Episode 582
In today's episode, Mark Gregston sits down with a couple of Heartlight teens and learns why their families sent them to the boarding school. For one…
3 years, 7 months ago
Teen Suicide: Know the Warning Signs
Season 1 Episode 581
When teens feel completely hopeless and think they have nowhere left to turn, they might start to believe suicide is the only option to end their pai…
3 years, 7 months ago
Getting Your Teen Out of Their Room and Into the World
Season 1 Episode 580
In this episode, Mark Gregston answers a question from a listener whose 15-year-old daughter wants to spend most of her time alone playing on her pho…
3 years, 7 months ago