The Value of Admitting Our Struggles
Parenting Today's Teens
02/23/23
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The danger of creating and selling a perfect narrative to the world is that it becomes nearly impossible to communicate your problems to anyone. This dark path leads to hopelessness and isolation. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the imperfections of both parent and child, and the importance of transparency, humility and community. Listen now!
For more info on how to adapt your parenting to be effective in today's culture, check out Mark's book "Tough Guys and Drama Queens." Order your copy today at bit.ly/3MGVhPi
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