by Kelly Fann | Nov 29, 2022 | Drugs & Alcohol, Mental Health, Personal Development, Podcast
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Summary:
Energy drinks have increased in popularity in recent years, especially among teens. But are they really healthier than soft drinks? Chris and Karlie talk about why energy drinks are on the rise and whether or not adolescents should be consuming them.
They’ll also take a look at the most recommended breathing techniques for reducing stress. Controlled breathing is a free, easy-to-implement resource for combatting stress and anxiety. Why not add it to your toolbox?!
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CEO
Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.
Director of Communications
Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.
by Karlie Duke | Jul 12, 2022 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast
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Summary:
Summer is a great time to start conversations with your teen! Use the extra time with them while they are home to get curious and ask open-ended questions.
To help, we’ve designed this series to be a quick, fun way to get everyone talking. Listen together with your teen, or by yourself. You might be surprised at how willing teenagers are to talk when they get started!
In episode 63, Karlie and Tobin talk about some of the most common stressors we hear in Support Groups and how to help teens identify healthy stress management techniques.
Question:
How much stress do you have in your life?
Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends!
- What causes you the most stress?
- How are you currently handling the stress in your life?
- How have you handled stress in a way that was helpful before?
- What can you do to manage stress now and in the future?
- How can I help?
Have a question? If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below. We would love to hear from you!
Director of Communications
Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.
Program Director
Tobin graduated with a Bachelors of Music from Texas Tech University. A teacher’s kid twice over, he taught for 13 years before coming to Teen Life. His entire career has been centered around helping students and teens from all walks of life become the best version of themselves
by Beth Nichols | Dec 20, 2019 | Blog, Personal Development
I have been listening to Christmas music. It’s one of my favorite things about this season. Many of my favorite songs sing about peace. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Silent Night, Do You Hear What I Hear, The Little Drummer Boy, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day. The words Peace on Earth ring throughout these songs. And yet, when I look around Christmas doesn’t look peaceful to me. It looks more like Black Friday shoppers fighting over a cheap TV.
It looks like managing a full calendar of events similar to this.
It looks like spending hours picking the perfect gifts and managing expectations of what Christmas should look like.
Versus what it actually does look like.
It also means spending time with family – for better or for worse depending on the situation.
As we approach these last few days before Christmas, here are a few ideas on ways to add peace to your Christmas.
- Set apart some personal time. Instead of always being with extended family and friends, set aside an afternoon or evening or a weekend to have a low key no pressure schedule.
- Set appropriate boundaries. I know this is easier said than done. But say no, when you need to say no. Be purposeful in what conversations you engage in over the Christmas dinner table.
- Set realistic expectations. For yourself. For your kids. For your family. Check out this post if you need some ideas!
- Breathe! No matter what. Be sure to keep taking deep breaths!
From all of us at Teen Life, we wish you a peace-filled, joyful, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Program Director
With her background in social work and experience as a mom of 4, Beth’s perspective is invaluable. She has had the opportunity in both her personal and professional life to encounter youth from a variety of situations.
by Marketing Twins | Aug 23, 2013 | Parenting
For many of us parents sending our kids to school can be a little unnerving. Either because it is their first year or just the first year of middle or high school.
Okay, so many of us are probably ready for our kids to go back to school. The anxiety comes from wondering who our kids will be around, who their teacher will be, and what they will hear and learn (aside from the text book stuff).
I’m writing from the perspective of a parent with 2 elementary schools kids. If you are about to send your kid to Kindergarten, Middle School, or High School for their first experience on that campus you are likely a little stressed and anxious about what they will face.
Here are 4 things that will help you be prepared and reduce the stress level for you and your student.
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