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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:

When You've Been Fired By Your Teen... Jan 26, 2023

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When your teen rejects you or tells you they hate you, it can hurt deeply. But God can use even the most painful of moments for good — and after all, conflict is often a precursor for change! In today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share advice for parents who may feel like they've been "fired" by their teens and share some personal stories of overcoming rejection in their own lives. Tune in for this encouraging episode!

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Don't Let Losses Become Generational Jan 25, 2023

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We know losses and pain can have a huge impact on teens' behavior ... but have you considered how the losses in your own life affect your parenting? In this episode, Mark Gregston shares why you need to be cautious not to transfer unresolved pain from your own life onto your child, and encourages parents to practice introspection and seek wise counsel when working through their own losses. Listen in for this powerful devotional!

Mark wrote his new book, "Daily Hope for Families," to share encouragement with parents just like you every day! You can order this special devotional at dailyhopeforfamilies.com

Rebuilding Relationships From the Ground Up Jan 24, 2023

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Many kids who arrive at Heartlight have a totally broken relationship with their parents, and it takes effort from the whole family to rebuild trust, communication and affection. In today's episode, Mark Gregston interviews two more Heartlight teens, including Sam, who was kicked out of high school and felt like he and his parents would never see eye-to-eye. But now, they have to work together to forge a better relationship. Don't miss this episode!

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Are You Ready to Change How You Engage? Jan 23, 2023

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Parenting a teen in today's ever-changing culture means you have to be prepared to shift the way you communicate and engage with your child — otherwise, your wisdom may fall on deaf ears. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about how discipline practices have changed over the years and why you shouldn't sweat the small stuff with your teen. Tune in now!

For more insights on how to adapt your parenting to fit your teen's needs, check out Mark's book, "What's Happening To My Teen?" at resources.parentingtodaysteens.org/product/34/what-s-happening-to-my-teen

Setting Age-Appropriate Boundaries with Social Media Jan 20, 2023

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In today's episode, Mark Gregston addresses the top parenting topic of the week, which is how to help teens have healthy, age-appropriate boundaries surrounding social media use. As a parent, you have to find a balance between allowing your teen to connect with their friends without letting them be overwhelmed by the influence of culture on social media. Tune in for Mark's insights!

To submit your own parenting question, visit markgregston.com.

The Keys to Productive Confrontation Jan 19, 2023

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When your teen makes a mistake, do you jump immediately into dishing out discipline in the heat of anger? Or do you pause, take a breath and get the facts first? In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share the best ways to confront your child when they've broken the rules — without destroying your relationship. Listen in for their advice!

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Do You Know the Losses in Your Teen's Life? Jan 18, 2023

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When your child is young, they tend to tell you when their favorite toy has broken or a friend has been mean to them — but when they become a teen and the losses get more serious, they may not tell you everything. In today's episode, Mark Gregston explains that if your teen has been acting out, it could very well be caused by a painful loss that you don't know about. Tune in now to hear Mark's insights about the different types of losses that teens experience.

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Keeping Anger Under Control Jan 17, 2023

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Whether it's simple passive aggression or fits of rage, teens often express hurts or unresolved problems in their lives through anger. As a parent, you can help them find better ways to channel their frustrations — but only if you don't get caught up in anger too. In today's interview with Heartlight teens, Mark Gregston talks to two young ladies, one of whom struggles to keep her anger under control and hopes her whole family can learn to control their tempers better. Tune in now for these special stories!

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Hope in the Midst of Conflict Jan 16, 2023

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When you're quarreling with a teenager, it sometimes feels like the conflict will never end. But God can use ANY problem for good, so don't lose hope! In today's episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share an encouraging discussion about how conflict can lead you to a closer relationship with your child. Don't miss today's show!

For more encouragement for your parenting journey, check out Mark's new devotional, "Daily Hope For Families." Order your copy at dailyhopeforfamilies.com

Perspective Vs. Opinion: Know the Difference Jan 13, 2023

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In this episode, Mark Gregston answers the top question of the week, which comes from a parent who wonders how to properly share their perspective with their teen — not just their opinion. While opinions can come across as judgemental, perspective can impart wisdom. Listen in for Mark's thoughts!

Want to ask Mark a question? Submit it at markgregston.com

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