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Ep. 178 - How to stay connected with busy teens

How to Connect with Busy Teens | Ep. 178

Struggling to connect with busy teens? Discover simple, meaningful ways to stay close—even when life gets hectic. Learn why even small moments matter.

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.

Ep. 26: Dating & Suicide Terms

Ep. 26: Dating & Suicide Terms

Join us for a look at how to handle teen dating without overstepping, as well as a look at suicide terms, what they mean and how you can help.

Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers

Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers

Chris and Karlie have tips and tricks for easing middle schoolers into a new routine. Then we talk TikTok, TikTok influencers and teaching digital literacy!

Ep. 24: Healthy Habits & Fall Sports

Ep. 24: Healthy Habits & Fall Sports

How long does it really take to form a new habit? Chris and Karlie find out! Then they take a look at fall sports, hoco, foco and expectations.

Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11

Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11

Join Chris and Karlie to talk about what it means to be “triggered” and how the trauma cycle works. Then, as we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, we talk ways to honor the memory of the lives lost and the heroes who saved so many.

Ep. 22: Talking About Mental Health & YikYak

Ep. 22: Talking About Mental Health & YikYak

It’s every adult’s responsibility to look out for teen’s mental health and to be a safe place when they need it. Episode 22 offers advice on how to be present and how to respond when a teen comes to you.