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Teen Boundaries That Work - Ep. 177

Teen Boundaries That Work | Ep. 177

Boundaries aren’t about control—they’re about clarity and care. Join us to explore real-life ways to set limits that help teens thrive.

When Teens Refuse Help - Ep. 176

When Teens Refuse Help | Ep. 176

What to do when teens refuse help? Learn how to build trust, normalize support, and keep the door open—because every teen deserves to be heard.

De-Escalation with Brenda McAdoo

De-Escalation Skills and Conflict Management | Ep. 175

Learn de-escalation techniques and conflict management tools to support teens when emotions run high. You don’t have to fix it—just show up.

Ep. 99: Distancing & Sneakerheads

Ep. 99: Distancing & Sneakerheads

Why being a “sneakerhead” might be more than a hobby. Plus, practical advice about how to handle problems when you’re too close to the issue.

Ep. 98: Teen Mental Health Update

Ep. 98: Teen Mental Health Update

Teen mental health is collectively suffering, but there is hope. Feeling connected to the adults in their lives can be a lifeline. Listen for tips on how you can help.

Ep. 97: Water Safety & Spring Break Ideas

Ep. 97: Water Safety & Spring Break Ideas

Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of death in kids 5-19. But most of us aren’t talking with our teens about water safety. We’ll help you know how.

Ep. 96: Consent & Sports Betting

Ep. 96: Consent & Sports Betting

Do you know how to talk about consent with your teen? Get practical tips on what to say. You’ll also learn what to ask about sports betting & gambling addiction.

Ep. 95: Intentional Rest & Discord

Ep. 95: Intentional Rest & Discord

How intentional are you about rest? Plus, we’ll discuss the benefits and dangers of the Discord app and tips for talking with your teen about race!

Ep. 94: Teen Love & Snapchat

Ep. 94: Teen Love & Snapchat

Chris and Karlie pull back the curtain on teen love. Then they’ll give you a rundown of the key features of Snapchat and potential risks and benefits.