Craving Realness: Why Teens Need Authenticity
Parenting Today's Teens
12/26/24
•14m
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In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore the impact of a world driven by appearances and superficiality on today’s teens. They discuss how kids crave genuine connections, yet often struggle to find them in a society full of facades. Mark and Wayne challenge parents to open up about their own struggles and hopes, rather than presenting a perfect, unrelatable image. Tune in now for practical advice on how to build a deeper, more genuine relationship with your teen!
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