Parenting Teens with Patience: Addressing Selfishness with Grace

In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into the challenge of dealing with selfishness in teens. While it’s natural for teenagers to be self-focused, it’s equally natural for parents to feel frustrated. Mark offers fresh insights on how to approach your teen’s selfish behavior with patience and understanding, drawing from the story of the Prodigal Son. He encourages parents to look beyond the surface and consider what deeper emotional needs might be driving the apathy.Join Mark at Heartlight Ministies for a weekend specifically designed for parents of adopted teens. Learn more at parentingtodaysteens.org/adoptionParenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit parentingtodayteens.org.Our Sponsors:* Check out Acorns: https://acornsearly.com/teensPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Parenting Today's Teens Podcast is a daily resource for parents raising teenagers. Hosted by Mark Gregston, a renowned parenting expert with over 45 years of experience, this podcast provides practical, expert advice for navigating the challenges of parenting teens. Whether you're struggling with defiance, emotional issues, or just want to understand your teen better, Mark’s guidance is raw, real, and always hopeful. Some episodes are co-hosted by Courtney LaFleur, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and on-staff counselor at Heartlight, adding professional counseling insights to the conversation. Together, Mark and Courtney provide expert tips and real-life solutions to help you build stronger relationships with your teen and navigate the complexities of today’s adolescent culture. If you’re looking for guidance on how to connect with your teen, improve family dynamics, and raise a confident, well-adjusted teen, this podcast is for you. For more parenting tools and expert advice, visit www.ParentingTodaysTeens.org. Parenting Today's Teens is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information, visit www.ChristianParenting.org.