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Parenting Today’s Teens

The Parenting Today’s Teens Podcast is a daily resource for parents raising teenagers. Hosted by Mark Gregston, a renowned parenting expert with over 45 years of experience, this podcast provides practical, expert advice for navigating the challenges of parenting teens. Whether you’re struggling with defiance, emotional issues, or just want to understand your teen better, Mark’s guidance is raw, real, and always hopeful.

Some episodes are co-hosted by Courtney LaFleur, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and on-staff counselor at Heartlight, adding professional counseling insights to the conversation. Together, Mark and Courtney provide expert tips and real-life solutions to help you build stronger relationships with your teen and navigate the complexities of today’s adolescent culture.

If you’re looking for guidance on how to connect with your teen, improve family dynamics, and raise a confident, well-adjusted teen, this podcast is for you.

For more parenting tools and expert advice, visit www.ParentingTodaysTeens.org.

Copyright: © Mark Gregston

Latest Episodes:

Reaching Your Teen's Heart When They've Hurt Yours Dec 15, 2022

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Part of raising a teen is accepting that they will hurt you at times — whether it's by disobeying you, making poor decisions or choosing not to believe in the same things you do. But your teens need you to keep fighting for the relationship, even when you disagree. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss how to approach your teen when they've hurt you and why it's important to pick your battles.

For more practical advice and wisdom on raising teens, check out the ENGAGE simulcast! This exclusive live-streamed event will take place on February 18, 2023. Learn more at engage23.com

Every Parent Has a Story to Tell Dec 14, 2022

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When your teen comes to you with questions about life, they're not looking for more facts and information, they're looking for REAL wisdom. Info can be found anywhere and shared by anyone, but as a parent, you have the ability to share insights your kids can actually use — and one of the best ways to share it is through stories. In this devotional episode, Mark Gregston explains why you should use a combination of heart and humor to share wisdom with your teens. Don't miss this great topic!

For more on how you can deeply connect with your teen, check out Mark's new devotional, "Daily Hope For Families." Order your copy at dailyhopeforfamilies.com

Finding a Fresh Start Dec 13, 2022

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Kids seek out drugs for various reasons, but whether it's to cope with pain at home or to fit in with a group of friends, drug use can kickstart a slew of other problems. Teens often view drugs as an escape, but in reality, they're a pitfall that's hard to get out of. In this episode, Mark Gregston talks to a couple of Heartlight teens who both did drugs but found that a fresh start at the boarding school was what they really needed to get their lives back on track. Listen in for these incredible stories!

For more advice on how to help a teen struggling with drugs, check out Mark's article, "Experimenting With Drugs," at bit.ly/3NKpUUP

Are You Ready to Go From Lecturer to Coach? Dec 12, 2022

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Practically every parent would agree that they wouldn't want to grow up in the culture that today's teens live in. With social media and the neverending growth of technology, it's a totally different world! In today's discussion, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about why you MUST switch from a teaching to a training model in order to help your teens learn to make good choices in today's turbulent world. Tune in now!

For more tips on how to build a strong relationship with your teen, check out the "Tough Guys and Drama Queens" e-course at parentingtodaysteens.thinkific.com/courses/tough-guys-and-drama-queens

Not Every Mistake Requires Punishment Dec 09, 2022

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers the top parenting question of the week, which comes from a family whose 15-year-old recently confessed to their parents about drinking for the first time. In times like these, it's important to take into account a teen's willingness to admit their mistakes — but help them make better choices in the future. Listen in for Mark's advice!

Want to send in a parenting question? Visit markgregston.com

Teens Are Smoking More Pot Than Ever — But Why? Dec 08, 2022

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As more states legalize the use of recreational marijuana, it's also, unfortunately, becoming increasingly accessible to teens. And for many kids, smoking pot isn't just about looking cool or fitting in, it's a way to self-medicate their anxiety. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about WHY teens are seeking out weed, how you can help your kids find rest at home instead, and more! Tune in now for this timely topic!

For more advice on creating a restful household, check out the FREE e-course, "Five Ways to Stay Engaged With Your Teen." Enroll today at parentingtodaysteens.thinkific.com/courses/five-ways-to-stay-engaged

The Impact of Pain Shouldn't Be Ignored Dec 07, 2022

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When you're in pain, whether it's physical or emotional, it has a way of changing the way you interact with and respond to the outside world. Pain can cloud your judgment... and teenagers often struggle mightily with this! In today's devotional, Mark Gregston shares why pain is important, both as a reason for your teen's behavior and as a tool God sometimes uses to mold us. Listen in for Mark's insights!

If you're a mom seeking to parent your teen in a biblically-based way, check out "Prayers For My Teen." You can order this daily devotional at resources.parentingtodaysteens.org/product/7/prayers-for-my-teen

When Teens Have to Own Up to Dishonesty Dec 06, 2022

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston sits down with two young ladies from Heartlight who both found themselves caught in a mess after lying to their parents about their activities. For 15-year-old Elizabeth, it was easier to lie to her adoptive parents than risk disappointing them and confronting deep wounds of abandonment from not having her biological parents in her life. Tune in now to hear these stories of transformation!

For more on the Heartlight residential program, visit heartlightministries.org

Eight Keys to Better Communication With Your Teen Dec 05, 2022

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In today's teen culture, it may seem like ALL of their communication takes place over texts, but don't lose hope. It's still possible to have meaningful discussions with your child — and they may enjoy it more than you think! In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share eight tips that'll help you communicate more effectively with your teen. Listen in now for this great advice!

Looking for more practical advice to help you parent during the turbulent teen years? Mark your calendars for the ENGAGE simulcast in February 2023! Visit engage23.com to learn more.

Asking the Right Questions at the Right Time Dec 02, 2022

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers the most pressing parenting question of the week, which is all about ... questions! Do you know how to effectively ask your teen questions that will get them to open up about what's going on in their heart? Or are your questions just a way to insert your own opinions? Tune in to hear Mark's tips for how to ask your teen great questions — and get them to take an interest in you, too!

Need Mark's advice? Send in your questions at markgregston.com

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