Ep 341: Launching Your Teen into Adulthood

Kenneth Ginsburg, author of Lighthouse Parenting, explains how parents can build lasting bonds with teens by balancing structure, trust, and unconditional love, and shares practical communication strategies.Full Show NotesWe often hear that teens thrive best when they feel deeply ...  Show more

Christine Miles, author of What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?, teaches us how transformational listening can deepen connections with teenagers by hearing what's unsaid, asking the right questions, and creating life-changing conversations.Full Show NotesWe all think of ourselve ...  Show more

In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd explore the struggles teens often face, including issues like drugs, addiction and pornography. Mark emphasizes the importance of parents being proactive, understanding that teens are likely to encounter these challenges, often ...  Show more

It often feels like we're all running 100 miles an hour, juggling work, errands and life. But in the rush, we might miss the chance to connect with our teens when they need us the most. In today's show, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the often-overlooked opportunities t ...  Show more

In today’s insightful episode, Mark Gregston dives into the pressing questions that every parent faces while raising teens in today's complex world. From handling a teen who seems unfazed by consequences to managing the intricacies of cell phone use and digital communication, Mar ...  Show more

In this episode, host Melanie Hempe is joined by her son, Andrew, who shares his personal insights on screen habits and addiction. Together, they dispel the myth that setting boundaries around screen time leads to rebellion. Instead, Andrew explains how boundaries are an act o ...