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Understanding the Teenage Brain | Ep 186

Understanding the Teenage Brain | Ep. 186

Teen brains aren’t broken — they’re under construction. Learn why mood swings and risky choices make sense and get practical ways to support healthy growth.

How to Read the Bible with Teens | Ep. 185

How to Read the Bible with Teens | Ep. 185

Help teens see the Bible as more than rules or history. Explore ways to make Scripture real, relevant, and life-giving in their everyday lives.

how to help teens gain real-world coping skills

Helping Teens Build Real-World Coping Skills | Ep. 184

Help teens build real-world coping skills by letting them struggle, unplug, and grow. Learn how parents and schools can foster true resilience.

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.

Ep. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts

Ep. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts

Get the latest on teen fashion trends like shackets and sneakers. Listen to the end to hear from author Maeve Ronan on how to create constructive thoughts.

Ep. 19: Start of School Anxiety & Simone Biles

Ep. 19: Start of School Anxiety & Simone Biles

Get practical ways to support school staff & students as they head back to school. Then join us for the importance of Simone Biles’ refusal to put performance over mental health.

Ep. 18: Suicide & The Olympics

Ep. 18: Suicide & The Olympics

Teen suicide is on the rise, but do you know the warning signs? Get life-saving tips for helping. Also, we give the rundown on this year’s teen Olympians.

Ep. 17: BFFs & Explicit Music

Ep. 17: BFFs & Explicit Music

Don’t miss the conversation on BFFs and why BFFs and other friendships might be a survival skill for adolescence. This episode also explores the effect of explicit lyrics and how you can help.