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Helping Teens Build Better Summer Habits

Helping Teens Build Better Summer Habits | Ep. 194

Summer brings freedom—but it can also bring disconnection, late nights, and days that feel the same. Most teens don’t need more time. They need better rhythms.

Talking to Teens about Porn

Talking to Teens About Porn | Ep. 193

Most teens will encounter porn earlier than parents expect. Learn how curiosity, not shame, helps create honest, healthy conversations.

Helping Teens Land Their First Job

Helping Teens Land Their First Job | Ep. 192

As parents and caring adults it’s sometimes hard to let them take the reins, but a teen’s first job can be an great opportunity to gain independence.

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.

Ep. 93: Icebreaker Questions & ChatGPT

Ep. 93: Icebreaker Questions & ChatGPT

Don’t miss tried-and-true icebreakers for getting teenagers to open up! We’ll also discuss one of the latest AI tools to storm the educational world, ChatGPT.