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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:

Entitlement vs. Gratitude: Shaping Your Teen's Heart Sep 19, 2024

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Join Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd in today’s podcast as they discuss how to prevent entitlement from taking root in your teen’s life and cultivate a heart of gratitude instead. Mark highlights the importance of addressing entitlement at its source and shares insightful tips on creating a home environment that fosters gratitude. He offers practical strategies for shifting your teen's mindset from "I deserve" to "I'm grateful," and reminds us that it begins with modeling gratitude in our own lives.

Mark also encourages parents to let their teens know that while we owe them nothing, we want to give them everything out of love. For more podcasts and articles on teens and gratitude, visit parentingtodaysteens.org/?s=gratitude

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.

Is It Time to Rethink Your Approach to Parenting? Sep 18, 2024

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In this episode, Mark Gregston shares a personal devotional based on Romans 16:17, offering a vital warning for parents: There will always be influences trying to create division between you and your teen. As parents, it’s our responsibility to guard against this. In a world that’s increasingly confusing and contradictory for teenagers, they need our guidance more than ever — even if they don’t realize it!

Mark emphasizes the importance of staying flexible in your parenting and how adapting to your teen's evolving needs is key to maintaining a strong connection. Tune in to this important message!

To read more about adapting your parenting style, read Mark's article, Allowing Your Teen To Be in Control, at bit.ly/teens-in-control

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.

Teen Stories: Why Social Media Can Be a Lonely Place Sep 17, 2024

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Social media can keep teens trapped in a cycle of comparison, always wondering what others think of them. As shared in this episode, it can feel incredibly isolating. Today, Mark sits down with two young ladies at Heartlight who discuss the valuable lessons they've learned about healthy relationships and self-worth.

Camille, who's been on the show before, discusses her battle with self-consciousness and the toxic impact of social media, and how Heartlight has empowered her to build authentic friendships and embrace her true self. Don't miss this one!

Want to learn more about the Heartlight program? Visit heartlightministries.org today!

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.

Empowering Your Teen: The Key to Building Independence Sep 16, 2024

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In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore a pivotal aspect of parenting: empowering your teen to make their own decisions. They discuss the importance of gradually transferring decision-making power to your teen, helping them build independence and confidence — even when mistakes are made. Mark and Wayne highlight why giving your teen room to grow is essential for their development and caution about the potential pitfalls of holding on to too much control.

Tune in for practical advice on navigating this transition and check out our Families in Crisis Conference if you feel like your teen is spinning out of control. Learn more and register today at parentingtodaysteens.org/families-in-crisis-conference

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.

I Mustache Mark a Question: Pornography, Depression and Disrespect Sep 13, 2024

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In today's Q&A session, our host Mark Gregson tackles some of the most pressing and challenging questions you've sent our way. From dealing with a 16-year-old boy's exposure to pornography and handling a daughter's major depression amidst post-divorce trauma, to addressing issues of adolescent disrespect and battling the lure of video games, Mark provides practical wisdom. Tune in for an insightful discussion aimed at equipping you with the tools to support your teen through their toughest challenges!

Have a question for Mark? Submit it here: markgregston.com

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org

Dangerous Behavior and Your Teen Sep 12, 2024

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In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss how to respond when your teen's behavior becomes dangerous. While risky decisions are a part of growing up, it's crucial to know what to do when those choices become harmful.

Mark emphasizes the importance of setting clear boundaries and values early on. He discusses how to communicate expectations and consequences with your teen, and offers guidance on when to intervene and how to handle situations after dangerous behavior has occurred. Above all, Mark reminds us to maintain a strong connection with our teens, holding them accountable while reinforcing our relationship with them.

If you're struggling to parent your teen, you're not alone. Check out Mark's FREE eBook, How to Parent Your Teen in a Biblical Way, at parentingtodaysteens.org/ebooks/how-to-parent-your-teen-in-a-biblical-way

Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual parenting advice, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.

Creating Lasting Memories Before They're Gone Sep 11, 2024

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In today's devotional, Mark Gregston reflects on the wisdom of 2 Peter 1:15, emphasizing the vital importance of creating meaningful memories with our families. He challenges you to consider how you want to be remembered and encourages you to build those lasting memories, no matter the stage of life. It’s never too late to start!

Mark also shares practical and heartfelt ideas to inspire connection, foster memories and strengthen family bonds. Don’t wait — start making an impact on your children and grandchildren today.

If you're a grandparent looking for ways to connect and engage with your grandchildren, check out the Leaving a Legacy of Hope eCourse at bit.ly/legacy-ecourse

Parenting Today’s Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual guidance to help you become the parent you aspire to be, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.

Teen Stories: Worthy of Love Sep 10, 2024

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Struggling teens sometimes push others away — often starting with their parents — because they don't feel like they're worthy of love and acceptance. If this sounds like your teen, don't stop trying! In today's show, Mark sits down with two young men at Heartlight who are working hard to rebuild bonds with their families. Caleb opens up about his struggles with impatience, reconnecting with his parents and learning to accept love, while Drew shares his battle with rejection, the pressures of fitting in and overcoming substance abuse. Check it out!

To learn more about the Heartlight program, visit heartlightministries.org

Parenting Today’s Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual guidance to help you become the parent you aspire to be, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.

When Church Feels Like a Chore: Helping Your Teen Stay Engaged Sep 09, 2024

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In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore why many teens drift away from church during their adolescent years. Often, it’s not a conscious decision — they simply lose interest or stop seeing its relevance.

Mark shares insights on the importance of giving teens some autonomy in how they engage with church, while also considering their age and maturity in the decision-making process. Their discussion highlights how parents' attitudes towards church can greatly influence their teens, emphasizing the need for open conversations about faith. Listen in and discover strategies to help your teen find a spiritual path that resonates with them.

For more guidance to help you understand your teen's heart and lead them through these unique challenges, order your copy of Mark's latest devotional, Daily Hope for Families, at bit.ly/daily-hope-for-families

Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For practical and spiritual advice to support your parenting journey, visit parentingtodaysteens.org.

I Mustache Mark a Question: Integrity, Anxiety and Family Tension Sep 06, 2024

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston tackles some tough questions sent in by parents. He offers valuable insights on fostering integrity in a world where honesty sometimes feels optional, managing sibling dynamics and encouraging family time, and more. The episode also delves into coping with a teen's intense fears about the world, understanding and addressing feelings of exclusion and rejection, and navigating the complex terrain of gender identity and acceptance.

Whether you're dealing with typical teenage rebellion or more profound struggles, this episode provides practical wisdom and compassionate guidance to help strengthen your relationship with your teen. Tune in now!

Have a question for Mark? Submit it here: markgregston.com

Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org

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