Grandparents, What Do You Want to Be Known For?
Parenting Today's Teens
08/04/22
•13m
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If you're a grandparent — or will become one someday — you'll need to examine your relationship with your grandkids and what impression you are leaving upon their hearts. You have wisdom they desperately need, but if you are constantly nitpicking or making your grandkids feel judged, they won't be open to receiving it. In this episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd chat about how you can have a flourishing relationship with your grandchildren. Listen in for some great advice!
Looking for more insights on how to be the best grandparent you can be? Order Mark's book, "Grandparenting Teens," at bit.ly/3hLNliC
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