Building Relationships in Uncertain Times

Be a Grandparent Who Bridges the Gap with Teens

Many grandparents feel there’s a huge distance separating them from their teen grandchildren. But there are ways to bridge the cultural, social, and relational gaps! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston offers grandparents helpful tips for connecting with their grandkids, regardless of generational or physical distance.

Five Ways to Set Healthy Boundaries

No teen likes to feel like they’re being “fenced in” by rules. But boundaries aren’t so much about reigning kids in—they’re about keeping destructive patterns out! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston talks about how healthy boundaries can curb disrespect and help teens become independent young adults.

Building Relationships in Uncertain Times

The news can be scary, unsettling, and anxiety inducing—and that was true even before 2020 started! What can parents do to help their teens process everything that’s going on in the world right now? This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston coaches moms and dads on how to build the relationship with their teen during these uncertain times.

Quit Correcting Your Teen and Start Connecting

Nobody can get everything right all the time. But if we correct our teens constantly, there won’t be any time left for building the relationship! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston talks about the difference between correcting and connecting—and why connecting is a much better option!

Make Your Home a Haven of Rest for Your Teen

Kids are facing stresses, pressure, discouragement, and much more from their culture every day. And whether they’re sitting in a classroom, distance learning from home, or just hanging out on social media, teens need a place to recharge! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston coaches parents on how to make their homes a place of rest.