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Jul 2022
17m 46s

How Many Chances Is Too Many?

MARK GREGSTON
About this episode

Most parents experience their teens breaking their trust. But what if you've given multiple chances and the behavior continues? On today's episode, Mark answers some of your most pressing questions on the topic of trust.  

Kids are going to break your trust ... but you can use those situations as teachable moments. Whether you've given them two chances or 20, don't give up. Consequences should be given, but should go hand in hand with encouragement to make the right decisions in the future.  

Tune in for more and share your own questions with Mark by sending an email to questions@parentingtodaysteens.org.

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