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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:

Wisdom vs. Information Aug 24, 2023

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Our teens live in the age of information, and are downright overwhelmed by it! In a sea of opinions, our kids need wisdom as a steadfast anchor — but what if they won’t listen to us? In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss ways that you can lift your voice above the noise of the crowd and win the right to be heard by your teen. Tune in now!

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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 www.ChristianParenting.org

Loss Isn't Always Visible Aug 23, 2023

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Some losses in our teens' lives are obvious, like the death of a parent, a best friend moving away or their family splitting up. But some aren't so obvious. In today's episode, Mark shares why you need to enter into your child's world and look for the losses you can't see. If your child is acting out, it could be because they're going through something you don't know about — so check in with them!

For more on helping your teen through the tough things in life, check out Mark's book, "When Your Teen is Struggling," at bit.ly/3QHC7Mn

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

Teen Stories: Grief's Impact on Behavior Aug 22, 2023

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When a parent passes away, everyone in the family is impacted — but it's often hard for each to see beyond their own grief. For teens in this situation, they may withdraw, causing rifts in relationships. In this episode, Mark sits down with two more Heartlight teens, including a young lady who lost her dad to cancer. After he passed, she and her mom's relationship spiraled ... but together, they're working to fix it. Listen in for these powerful interviews!

Interested in the Heartlight program? Learn more at heartlightministries.org

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

The Three Most Important Things in the Teen Years Aug 21, 2023

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How you cultivate a relationship with your child in their teen years will likely also define the relationship you have with them as adults. But what are the most important things to focus on? In today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into the three main areas you should prioritize to build a strong, lasting relationship with your child. You don't want to miss this discussion!

For more help with training your teens to become wise adults, check out "Developing Rules and Consequences." Order your copy at bit.ly/3BLttp4

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

I Mustache Mark a Question: Specks and Planks Aug 18, 2023

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston delves into the transformative power of self-reflection in parenting. If you're yearning for a change in your family dynamics, the first step is looking inward. From nagging less to listening more, Mark addresses questions from parents who might unknowingly be their own roadblocks in creating the loving and harmonious home they desire.

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

The Relationship Factor Aug 17, 2023

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The underlying problem of most behavioral issues in teens is a weak relationship with their parents. If we are too busy for our kids, they will fill the void we create with everyone and everything else. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explain why the most important thing we can do for our children is have a relationship with them, and what it may cost us if we don’t. Listen now!

For daily doses of wisdom for your parenting journey, check out Mark's newest devotional, "Daily Hope For Families." Order yours at dailyhopeforfamilies.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 www.ChristianParenting.org

Does Time Truly Heal All Wounds? Aug 16, 2023

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When people suffer trauma, abuse or cruel words in their childhood, it can leave a permanent sense of loss in their lives. Sometimes, they may not even realize how deeply pain from their formative years has affected them until it's addressed. In this special episode, Mark shares some personal stories of how childhood trauma impacted him and the people around him, and he explains why our teens need us to walk alongside them through the losses they experience. Tune in for this important topic!

For more resources to help you parent through the tough times, check out our online store at resources.parentingtodaysteens.org

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

Teen Stories: Why Real Relationships Matter Aug 15, 2023

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Whether it's with their parents or with friends, teens need genuine, deep relationships in their lives. Unfortunately, the culture we live in can make fostering those connections really tough. In today's show, Mark talks with two more Heartlight teens who have greatly benefitted from their time there. For Ethan, finding real friendships with other teens at the boarding school has helped him cope with anger issues he's experienced since childhood.

Wondering how to strengthen YOUR relationship with your teen? Enroll in our free e-course, "Five Ways to Stay Engaged with Your Teen," today! bit.ly/3ObygbF

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

12 Ways to Shift Your Parenting Style Aug 14, 2023

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If you want to move from a teaching model to a training model in your parenting, there are some essential shifts you'll need to make. Continuing to treat your child the same way you did when they were little simply will not work when you have a teen! In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss 12 things to adjust that will help your teen begin to mature, make their own decisions and apply the things you taught them to their world. Listen in now!

For biblically based insights that will benefit your whole family, check out our devotional bundle! Order yours at bit.ly/3PfSFfT

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 www.ChristianParenting.org

I Mustache Mark a Question: Navigating Intervention Aug 11, 2023

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Join Mark Gregston in this week's episode as he addresses crucial questions from parents about knowing when and when not to intervene in their teen's life. From lying and bullying to disrespect and sarcasm, gain expert advice on when to shield with love and when to let natural consequences teach valuable life lessons. 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 www.ChristianParenting.org

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