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Ep. 10: Searching for Identity & Vaping

Ep. 10: Searching for Identity & Vaping

On this week’s episode as Chris and Karlie discuss helping teens develop their identity. Plus, get the facts and stats on vaping and fun games for the whole family.

Ep. 9: Affirmation & Omegle

Ep. 9: Affirmation & Omegle

Learning to affirm others’ worth is a habit that can change the world. Chris and Karlie share tips on positive affirmations for teens, as well as take a critical look at the website Omegle.

Ep. 8: Finding Strengths & Emojis

Ep. 8: Finding Strengths & Emojis

Chris and Karlie discuss ways to help teenagers discover strengths and pursue them. And if you’ve ever been confused about how teens use emojis these days, lean into this episode! We’ll tell you which emojis show your age and which ones you might want to avoid.

Ep. 7: Overcoming Obstacles & Graduation

Ep. 7: Overcoming Obstacles & Graduation

How do we help teens overcome obstacles or bounce back when things are going bad? This week on Teen Life Podcast, Chris and Karlie explore ways to help teens see past present difficulties and look to more optimistic future. They also talk graduation gifts and gap years.

Death of “Future Me”

Death of “Future Me”

I believe this is why we are seeing such a surge in mental health issues with teenagers. When there is no real future, no real reason to engage with our “anticipating self”, then what is the reason to engage or hope?

Ep. 6: School Life & Memes

Ep. 6: School Life & Memes

It’s not difficult to imagine that mental health has deep-rooted effects on academic achievement. Succeeding at school is as much a health issue as it is a mind-game. Chris and Karlie talk school and how to help students achieve a healthy school life. Also on this week’s episode, the meme phenomenon. What it is and why people love it.