About this episode

Mark and Wayne discuss the importance of listening to teens and share practical ways to improve communication.

Could the biggest change in your relationship with your teen begin with simply listening better? In this episode, Mark and Wayne explore why today’s teens are desperate to feel heard, and why many stop talking when they believe no one is truly listening. You’ll learn practical ways to move from correcting and lecturing to understanding and connecting. Plus, a Heartlight teen shares her story of hidden pain, family conflict, anxiety and how finally feeling heard helped bring healing and restoration. Find practical ways to create an atmosphere conducive to honest conversation with your teen at bit.ly/when-your-teen-wont-open-up Mentioned in this episode: FICC Online PreRoll Stephen Curtis Chapman

People in this episode

Host: Mark Gregston

Guest: Wayne

Topics covered

• listening
• teen communication
• family conflict
• mental health
• parenting strategies

Keywords

• teen communication
• listening skills
• family conflict
• anxiety
• healing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FICC Online PreRoll

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