I Mustache Mark a Question: Senioritis, Substance Abuse and Security
Parenting Today's Teens
02/28/25
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In today’s Q&A episode, Mark Gregston tackles tough parenting questions, from a senior son disengaging from school and parental disagreements over substance use to post-divorce relationships and a child rejecting family values. He provides wisdom on respecting your teen's journey to adulthood, tackling tough relationship dynamics and understanding the importance of purpose and security for your kid. Whether it's encouraging your child to face their own consequences or embracing open dialogue about identity, Mark's insights offer guidance for fostering stronger connections and supporting your teen's personal growth.
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 parentingtodayteens.org
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In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the importance of addressing the root causes of conflict with your teen, rather than just focusing on their behavior. They share examples of losses teens may face that cause them to act out, and offer advice on how to help them overcome these challenges. Mark emphasizes that helping your teen process their loss is more important than trying to change their behavior.
Visit parentingtodaysteens.org to explore all of Mark's resources he designed to support you as you raise your teens!
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 parentingtodayteens.org.
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To see if Heartlight Ministries can help your struggling teen, visit 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 parentingtodayteens.org.
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