The Netflix program "13 Reasons Why" is very popular among teen viewers. While that's concerning, it does have an upside. The series is allowing us as parents to delve into more delicate topics with our teens and pre-teens. One of those topics is self-injury. It's reported that 1 in 5 females and 1 in 7 males will engage in this harmful practice. Today's epi ... Show More
May 2018
13 Reasons Why Episode 1: Overview
When Netflix released their program 13 Reasons Why, it became a mega-hit with teens almost immediately. It was a frank, realistic portrayal of the dark and frightening issues our kids are dealing with. In this first episode of A Parents Guide to 13 Reasons Why podcast series, thr ... Show More
6m 26s
May 2018
13 Reasons Why Episode 4: Sexting
In this podcast series, we've been talking about some poignant topics related to the popular Netflix program, "13 Reasons Why." Today's episode addresses the issue of sexting. You've probably heard that term, but we'll dig a little deeper into what it is, its prevalence, its rami ... Show More
16m 25s
Mar 2023
Ep 234: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
Lisa Damour, author of The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, joins us to illuminate what's going on in kids’ heads when they're emotional. We talk about why teens sometimes seem to act irrationally, how we can teach them coping strategies, and what we can say when they’re shutting us ... Show More
31m 6s
Oct 2021
Why It’s Okay to Raise Kids Who are Self-Centered
On this episode I welcome back Katherine Sellery of The Conscious Parenting Revolution. Katherine is a 3x TEDx speaker, has taught thousands of parents in a Conscious Parenting Revolution for resilient, considerate, centered and empowered kids who know their inner voice and honor ... Show More
24m 37s
Aug 2023
Teen Stories: Losing Control
Most teens want to be in control of their own lives, but when they try to take the reins by force, it can lead to ongoing conflict with their families ... and things end up more out of control than ever. In this week's interview with Heartlight teens, Mark sits down with two ... Show More
17m 53s
Dec 2020
Ep 117: The Warrior Challenge For Kinder, More Courageous Teens
John Beede, author of The Warrior Challenge, sheds light on how to help instill values of kindness, courage, and grit in our young people. Plus, how to approach masculinity in a healthy way that benefits everyone.Full show notesWhen your kids have moved out and are facing the wor ... Show More
28m 15s
Apr 2024
Teen Stories: Craving Validation
When teens struggle with perfectionism or low self-esteem, social media can seem like an easy way to get validation — but unfortunately, it often makes the problem worse. In today's show, Mark talks with two young ladies from Heartlight, including Carly, who opens up about th ... Show More
19 m
Oct 2023
Recognizing and Responding to Suicidal Thoughts
In today's culture, self-harm and suicidal ideation are more prevalent among teenagers than ever before. As parents, being informed and prepared is a matter of life and death. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd discuss the telltale signs that your child may ... Show More
10m 13s
May 2024
Protéger les enfants des violences sexuelles - partie 2
Dans la deuxième partie de cet épisode, Joanna Smith nous parle de façon plus détaillée des trois motivations des agresseurs, des signes avant-coureurs qui en découlent et qui qui peuvent attirer notre attention, de l’importance de l’éducation sexuelle, d’aborder ces sujets avec ... Show More
51m 2s