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Parenting Today's Teens

Mark Gregston
Parenting
Heartlight
Social Media
Mental Health
Adolescence
Teen Culture
Depression
Teen Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Parental Guidance
Suicide Prevention
Teenage Relationships
Christianity
Pain
Self-Harm
Anxiety
Digital Privacy
Parenting Challenges
Teen Development
Trauma

The Parenting Today's Teens Podcast is a daily resource for parents raising teenagers. Hosted by Mark Gregston, a renowned parenting expert with over 45 years of experience, this podcast provides practical, expert advice for navigating the challenges of parenting teens. Whether you're struggling with defiance, emotional issues, or just want to understand your teen better, Mark’s guidance is raw, r... more

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When life gets tough, teens often find themselves searching for answers in the middle of their struggles — but sometimes, clarity takes time and patience. In today’s show, Mark sits down with two young men from Heartlight who open up about how their ... more

Today, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney LaFleur discuss the difficult but essential topic of teens’ exposure to pornography. They emphasize that nearly all teens — boys and girls — will encounter it due to its widespread availability online... more

Today, Mark Gregston tackles the complex challenges that parents face with their teenagers, from navigating shifting moods and sarcasm to coping with bullying, anxiety and trust issues. Mark offers practical advice rooted in real-world insight — help... more

Today, Mark Gregston, Wayne Shepherd and Courtney Lefleur explore the process of guiding teens from dependence to maturity through three stages — teaching, training and transferring. Mark explains that parents must shift from simply instructing their... more

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Recent Guests

Unnamed Teen Speaker 1
Teen who has experienced family instability and struggles with substance abuse
Episode: Teen Stories: Talking It Out
Unnamed Teen Speaker 2
Teen who has faced family issues and rebellion, seeking independence
Episode: Teen Stories: Talking It Out
Anna Grace
Teen at Heartlight, speaks about her experiences with feelings of abandonment and the quest for acceptance.
Heartlight
Episode: Teen Stories: Wrestling With Rejection
Unnamed Male Teen
A teen at Heartlight sharing his experiences overcoming past struggles.
Heartlight
Episode: Teen Stories: Healing Through Honesty
Wayne Shepherd
Host contributing to the discussion
Episode: The Benefits of Counseling for Teens
Unnamed Guest
Teen living at Heartlight who shares his transformation story and challenges with addiction.
Heartlight
Episode: Making the Most of Summertime with Your Teen
Dr. Melody Rode
Clinical psychologist, marriage and family therapist, and life coach.
Episode: Hope for Families at Easter
Ana Lisa
A young teen living at Heartlight, sharing her experiences with family problems and a significant past suicide attempt.
Heartlight Ministries
Episode: Your Authoritative Parenting Style Doesn’t Work
Unnamed Teen
Teen participant discussing her adoption and feelings of isolation
Heartlight
Episode: Teen Stories: Dealing with Dark Thoughts

Host

Mark Gregston
Host and expert with over 45 years of experience in parenting youth and navigating teenage challenges. Provides practical advice and personal insights based on his extensive work with adolescents.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 457 ratings
  • So encouraging

    Thanks so much for the godly wisdom and encouragement you provide in this podcast. The topics, Mark’s experience working alongside teens, and hearing from the teens themselves, is so helpful as a parent. I will definitely recommend to other parents.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Subtle lift
    Australia3 months ago
  • Teens and money

    Love the pod. I'm curious about how other parents instill money budgeting and allowances/chores. This is a constant contention in our relationship with our son because he's also committed to many sports obligations and fundraisers. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dunkin Do
    United States4 months ago
  • My new favorite podcast

    My children are in their early 20s, but I still find the podcast to be helpful to me as a parent. I also find it to be helpful for me as a person and a Christian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    noway all taken
    Canada7 months ago
  • Great advice

    I’m not a religious person, but I love this podcast!

    I have a teen boy who’s father passed away when he was 12, so went searching for some guidance and landed here. The topics are relevant and not to long. I’ve even got my boy to listen to a couple of episodes (on becoming more independent) and he was pleasantly surprised also. Having a son who doesn’t have a male role model permanently around I look for mostly male advice on parenting a boy, and this is a great one!

    Thank you gentleman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Koakleysmummasboy
    Australiaa year ago
  • Not completely accurate to Christian beliefs or the Bible

    I was really liking this show until the comments came up that god has created pornography and that it’s ‘beautiful and visually stimulating’ and to ignore when your boys are doing it. God did not create pornography for anyone to view and it is incredibly damaging to your child’s view on intimacy for the rest of their lives and relationships. Porn is not an accurate description of what sexual intimacy with a partner is supposed to look like. It’s created from evil. To encourage it or say it was c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    rachtay65
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many express gratitude for the emotional support and real-life solutions offered to navigate the complexities of parenting teenagers.
Listeners appreciate the practical advice and insights provided, with many finding it helpful in their parenting journey.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a supportive resource for parents looking for guidance and understanding in their relationships with their teens.
Some feedback highlights the blend of personal stories with expert insights as a significant strength of the podcast.
A few listeners have raised concerns regarding the religious undertones, suggesting that the content may not resonate with all audiences, yet they still find value in the practical advice.

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Talking Points

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Your Teen's Inappropriate Behavior
Q: So how should parents respond to their teen's inappropriate behavior?
Parents need to prepare for the reality that their teens will make mistakes and respond in a way that strengthens the relationship rather than damages it.
Teaching, Training and Transferring Responsibility to Your Teen
Q: Courtney, let me ask you the question. How should parents teach their teens?
Parents should shift from teaching to training, allowing their teens to take more control and responsibility.
Teen Stories: Healing Broken Bonds
Q: What would you tell those parents to help them in their relationship with their child?
Probably you may want to send them to Heartlight. But if that's not one of your options, I'd say like, kind of just like be more open-minded with them. Like take in what they're saying and like kind of just like try and reach across to them and just love on them and like try and like see where they're coming from.
Teen Stories: Healing Broken Bonds
Q: If there are parents out there that are listening and have a child that's just like you, going through what you've gone through, what would you encourage them to do to make it better for you?
I think probably just hear your kid out, hear me out too. As much as it seems like we don't know what we're doing or we don't know what we're saying, I think there's sometimes where you just have to listen and maybe just try to fix it together.
I Mustache Mark a Question: When Sarcasm Hurts, Bullies Strike and Trust Is Broken
Q: How do I help my daughter who struggles with anxiety and depression?
Mark emphasizes the importance of her accepting responsibility for her own life and listening to professional counsel rather than shifting blame to the schools.

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A daily resource tailored for those raising teenagers, this podcast offers insightful and expert advice to navigate the complexities of parenting adolescents. With a primary focus on understanding teen behavior, emotional challenges, and family dynamics, the discussions involve practical solutions and relatable stories from both hosts and guests. Renowned for its candid approach, the conversations often explore themes such as teen mental health, relational communication, and the importance of maintaining strong connections with young adults as they grapple with various societal pressures. By blending personal anecdotes with professional counseling insights, this podcast aims to empower parents to foster healthier relationships with their te... more

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Recent guests on Parenting Today's Teens include:

1. Unnamed Teen Speaker 1
2. Unnamed Teen Speaker 2
3. Anna Grace
4. Unnamed Male Teen
5. Wayne Shepherd
6. Unnamed Guest
7. Dr. Melody Rode
8. Ana Lisa

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