Making Time for Your Teen
Parenting Today's Teens
02/01/23
•26m
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How often do you make time to just sit down and talk to your teen? Is it only when they've done something wrong, or do you make it a point to hang out with them? In today's episode, Mark Gregston explains why you should schedule consistent time every week to spend with your teen and shares some tips for sparking good, thought-provoking conversations. Don't miss Mark's insights on this topic!
For more tips on communicating with your child, read Mark's article, "Six Ways to Become a Better Listener," at parentingtodaysteens.org/blog/six-ways-to-become-a-better-listener/
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