In today’s episode, Mark Gregston answers questions from parents who are aiming to foster independence, nurture faith and navigate the influence of friends. He delves into the importance of allowing teens to make their own choices while providing guidance that can shape their future decisions. Don’t miss out — tune in now! Have a question for Mark? Submit it here: https://markgregston.com/ For more on how to navigate tough times with your child, check out "What&#39;s Happening To My Teen?" Order your copy at bit.ly/3zbI5hW

Parenting Today's Teens

I Mustache Mark a Question: Teen Autonomy

The majority of people overestimate the effects of their parenting and underestimate the influence of the culture. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive deep into the challenges parents face in a rapidly changing world. Join them as they offer brutal honesty, important questions, and a glimmer of hope for every parent struggling with rebellious teens — listen now! For more successful strategies to build a strong relationship with your child, check out "Tough Guys and Drama Queens." Order your copy today at http://bit.ly/3ZC9Yub

Is There Still Hope for My Kid?

The high school years are important for many reasons, but a huge one is that this time is the primary season to be preparing your teen to be a responsible young adult. So, how do you find the balance of knowing when to be hands-off and when to help them through challenges? In this episode, Mark explains what can happen when a parent&#39;s provision turns into enabling a spoiled teen and why you need to find a healthy level of involvement in your child&#39;s life. Listen in now! For more resources on guiding your teen, check out our Teen Struggle Bundle. Order yours today at bit.ly/42IcWhC

Raising a Responsible Teen

Many teens — and adults — struggle with opening up and sharing their hearts and struggles with others. Vulnerability can be scary, but very beneficial in healing. In today&#39;s show, Mark talks with two Heartlight high schoolers who&#39;ve learned this firsthand, including Jake, who shares how he was finally able to take off his "mask" and talk about his depression to counselors and friends at the boarding school. Don&#39;t miss these great interviews! To learn more about how the Heartlight program works, visit heartlightministries.org

Teen Stories: Finding Strength in Vulnerability

Teens today don&#39;t need their parents to just share more information with them — they have all the information they could need in the palm of their hand! What our teens DO need is wisdom. In today&#39;s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss why you need to be a "trainer" for your teen, not just a teacher. Tune in now for this timely topic! For more tools to better communicate with your teen, check out the free "Bridging the Gap With Your Teen" e-course at bit.ly/3DWPwun

Becoming a Trainer — Not a Teacher

In today’s episode, Mark Gregston advises a parent questioning how to set boundaries with her son now that he’s 18. Which rules can become flexible and which rules must remain rigid? Tune in now to hear his guidance! Have a question for Mark? Submit it here: markgregston.com Have you gotten your copy of Mark&#39;s newest devotional, "Daily Hope For Families," yet? Order yours today at dailyhopeforfamilies.com

I Mustache Mark a Question: Adult Kids

Do you feel like you&#39;re constantly running on empty as the parent of a troubled teen? Join Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd on today’s episode as they share practical approaches on how to refuel your spirits and find renewed strength. From taking a step back to gain perspective to recognizing progress along the way, discover how to stay motivated and energized as you navigate the challenges of parenthood. Listen now! For more on how to help your teen work through the challenges they face in life, read "Raising Teens in a Contrary Culture." Order yours at bit.ly/38Dy7eq

Encouragement for Emotionally Drained Parents

Adolescents and young adults soak up comments and info like a sponge, so never underestimate the power your words — positive OR negative — can hold. In this episode, Mark re-shares how the mentors who spoke positivity into his life and goals still impact him today and how they helped him overcome all the naysayers. Don&#39;t miss his insights! Have you checked out our full catalog of Parenting Today&#39;s Teens resources? Visit the online store today at resources.parentingtodaysteens.org

How Great Is Your Impact?

If a teen gets to a point where they feel like their life doesn&#39;t have a clear purpose and no one is there to listen to them, they can arrive at a very dark place quite quickly. In today&#39;s show, Mark talks with two young ladies who struggled with hopelessness and guilt. One reflects on why she turned to self-harm while battling an eating disorder, while the other, a Heartlight alumna, shares her story of surviving a suicide attempt. These stories are honest, emotional and important for all parents to hear! Could the Heartlight program be right for your teen? Learn more today at heartlightministries.org

Teen Stories: A Cry for Help

If you&#39;re a grandparent, maintaining a close relationship with your teen grandkids can be a truly wonderful thing — for you AND them! But sometimes, it&#39;s hard to know where to start when it comes to connecting to today&#39;s teens. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share five specific ways you can show your teen grandchildren they&#39;re loved and understood. Listen in for these insightful tips! Have you checked out our Grandparenting Bundle yet? You can get these five great resources at a special price at bit.ly/3jMe9DV

Five Ways to Connect With Your Teen Grandchildren

Join Mark Gregston in this episode as he shares valuable insights on how parents can be present in their children&#39;s lives without being overbearing. He offers practical tips on how to engage in meaningful conversations with your teenager, fostering a stronger relationship built on trust and respect. Don&#39;t miss out on this empowering episode — listen now! Have a question for Mark? Submit it here: https://markgregston.com/ For more on how to help your teen work through the challenges they face in life, read "Raising Teens in a Contrary Culture." Order yours at bit.ly/38Dy7eq

I Mustache Mark a Question: Effective Communication

Teens don’t just wake up one morning full of maturity, good character and strong values — it’s our job as parents to sow and cultivate those seeds in our kids. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss five practical ways you can build solid character in your home. Don’t miss out on this advice! Have you gotten your copy of Mark&#39;s newest devotional, "Daily Hope For Families," yet? Order yours today at dailyhopeforfamilies.com 

Building Character in Your Teen

Asking good questions has a special way of creating real connections between people — it shows you&#39;re genuinely interested in their lives. The same is true for your teen. If you want to go deeper in your conversations with them than just the same old small talk, ask questions! In today&#39;s episode, Mark Gregston explains why questions are the key to unlocking a connection with your teen and shares tips on how to ask them in a way that doesn&#39;t feel judgmental. Tune in now! Looking for some new tools for your parenting (or grandparenting) toolkit? Check out our curriculum bundle today! Visit bit.ly/3Vamxvf

Are You Ready to Go Beyond the Small Talk?

Whether it&#39;s due to the impact of trauma or a battle with mental health, plenty of teens turn to drugs thinking they&#39;ll find a temporary escape from the pain in their lives ... but soon find themselves unable to get through life sober. In today&#39;s show, Mark Gregston sits down with two Heartlight teens who share their journeys out of drug addiction and reflect on their growth at the boarding school. These are two great interviews you don&#39;t want to miss! To learn more about how the Heartlight program works, visit heartlightministries.org

Teen Stories: Kicking Addiction

Making sure your teen understands their role and what is — and is not — expected of them can help your entire home run smoother. Have you taken the time to sit down and hold a family meeting about rules and consequences recently? In today&#39;s show, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd share tips on how to set effective rules and boundaries that will help your teen mature while protecting your peace and privacy. Don&#39;t miss these helpful insights! For more on how to navigate tough times with your child, check out "What&#39;s Happening To My Teen?" Order your copy at bit.ly/3zbI5hW

Why You Need Clear Rules and Boundaries

A daily podcast released every weekday, the Parenting Today’s Teens Podcast features Mark Gregston, a parenting expert who has worked with teens and parents for over 45 years. Enlightening, up-to-date, practical, and something every parent would enjoy listening to. Raw at times, challenging at other times, but always hopeful to get your family to a better place in an adolescent culture that is sometimes a little contrary to what you believe and want for your teen.

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