Recognizing signs mental health in our teens can be difficult in this day and age. Dr. Jessica Peck talks about the importance of connecting with our teens face to face and shares some tips to better understand where our teens are struggling. We have to view the world as they see it if we want to connect with or influence our teens worldviews. They discuss ... Show More
Nov 19
Ep. 302: Before, During, or After Divorce—What Every Parent Needs to Hear
<p>Children process divorce very differently than adults do. In this episode, we explore how to recognize their pain, help them express big emotions, and avoid critical parenting mistakes post-divorce. Learn the do’s and don’ts of co-parenting, when to introduce a new partner, an ... Show More
1h 2m
Nov 10
Ep.301: Cultivating Peace and Truth in Parenting: Faith-Based Insights from Max Lucado
<p>In this powerful episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado to talk about parenting peace, faith-based mindset shifts, and the concept of "picky thinking." Learn how to guard your mind, model faith for your teens, an ... Show More
35m 26s
Sep 2023
Shifting Your Parenting Mindset with Dr. Tim Clinton - Part 1
<p>In the first part of this special episode, Mark Gregston sits down with Dr. Tim Clinton, co-host of Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk, to discuss some of the biggest challenges facing parents today. They talk about why spending quality time with your teens is so important, what d ... Show More
22m 39s
Aug 2023
Teen Stories: Losing Control
<p>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 t ... Show More
17m 53s
Oct 2023
Recognizing and Responding to Suicidal Thoughts
<p>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 m ... Show More
10m 13s
Apr 2024
Teen Stories: Craving Validation
<p><span>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 ... Show More
19 m
Feb 2022
Parenting and Communicating with Teens with Dr. Ken Ginsburg
Dr. Dan welcomes back Dr. Ken Ginsburg to discuss all things teens – including communication, parenting, myths, resilience, and more as well as his forthcoming book Congrats Your Having a Teen! Strengthen Your Family and Raise a Good Person.
In this paradigm shifting conversation ... Show More
56m 25s