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When we learn to apologize sincerely, we learn to build better relationships. It’s a skill that is often hard for adults, but imagine how much stronger our friendships and our respect for ourselves would be if we learned to apologize as teenagers. In episode 77, we explore what makes a good apology and why it’s important for teens. Also, stay tuned for an update on the latest from Taylor Swift.  . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Kids Health: Apologizing (and Teens) - Twitter: Dr. Nicole LePera - Billboard: Taylor Swift Shares a Fifth Track Title from ‘Midnights’ - TikTok: Jimmy Fallon on Taylor Swift | Midnights Mayhem with Me - HuffPost: Kristen Bell And Dax Shepard’s Rule About Arguing In Front Of Their Kids - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Face

Up to 50 times stronger than heroin and up to 100 times stronger than morphine, fentanyl has been making the news lately for its recent re-emergence. Learn the signs of overdose and why you should be talking with your teenagers about fentanyl specifically. Then, learn the latest changes in social media with our TikTok update. And get a hot tip on keeping school lunch prep fast and easy! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - DEA: Fentanyl Factsheet - CDC: Fentanyl - Lacedandlethal.com - Eventbrite: Documentary & Discussion: Fentanyl Factor - YouTube: Fentanyl Factor - Teen Life Podcast: Episode 71: Be Real - TikTok: Introducing TikTok Now - Fortune: Social media newcomer BeReal is forcing disrupters like TikTok into copycat mode, but now comes the hard part - Instagram: Sandwich Hack - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.n

Teenagers often have a hard time getting enough sleep, which can have negative consequences for every aspect of their lives. Busy schedules are only part of the problem though. Teen brains are actually wired to go to sleep later and sleep longer in the morning. Episode 75 explains why and talks through a few ways to help teens get the sleep they need. Then, don't miss the segments on Fall trends like pumpkin spiced lattes, fashion and teen terms explained! This week's tip for connecting with teens is especially useful. We're sure it will make an impact on all your relationships! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - KidsHealth: Sleep and Your Teen | Common Sleep Problems - Calm | Headspace - TikTok: Fainting Goats - Urban Dictionary - Birkenstock: The Boston - Instagram: Kirsten Cobabe - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ng

Are you or your teen dragging during your morning routine? Be sure to catch Chris and Karlie’s tips for getting a natural energy boost. You’ll also want to pay attention to the latest update on teen vaping and how marketing to teens resulted in a 9-figure settlement with Juul, a leading brand in e-cigarettes. Then, how are you celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month? We’ve got some practical ideas on how to celebrate with kids and teens. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - The Teen Magazine: 6 easy ways to boost your energy - KidsHealth: Caffeine (for Teens) - Teen Life Podcast: Episode 10: Searching for Identity & Vaping - The Washington Post: Juul to pay $439 million in settlement over marketing to teens - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twit

Dating violence in teens is a topic we can’t ignore. Especially when 1 in 12 teens experiences physical violence and 1 in 12 teens experiences sexual violence. We talk about who’s most at risk and how to help teenagers in abusive relationships. Then, don’t miss Karlie’s crash course on reels and tips for how to raise critical thinkers. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - CDC: Preventing Teen Dating Violence - The Hotline: Talking to Your Teen - Dating Violence Resources: National Domestic Violence Hotline | Love Is Respect - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tee

Do you ever wonder when it’s ok to break confidentiality with a teen? Maybe your teen shares something with you about a friend or your kids’ friends share something with you. When is it ok to talk with someone else about it, even if they’ve asked you not to? Chris and Karlie tackle this tough topic in episode 72 of the Teen Life Podcast. Also, tune in for fun family shows and movies to watch with teens this fall and what you should be asking your kids when they’re watching shows on streaming apps! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - ABC: Abbott Elementary - EW: Celebrity Jeopardy - Fox: LEGO Masters - Amazon: Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power - Peacock TV: Vampire Academy - Disney +: Andor - Disney +: Hocus Pocus 2 - Netflix: The School for Good and Evil - Marvel.com: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Lubbock Christian University: Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.

In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week, Chris and Karlie talk through tips for checking in with teenagers you might be worried about. They'll also share Karlie's experience with the app BeReal, which is gaining traction with teens and young adults. Don't miss the talking points for parents and teens about BeReal and how you can use it to connect with your teen. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - 988Lifeline.org - BeReal - Time: BeReal Won’t Save Us From Social Media—Yet - Lubbock Christian University (LCU): Youth Ministry Degree - LCU Contact: David Fraze  . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teenlifepodcast/support

. . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teenlifepodcast/support

In episode 69, Chris and Karlie dive into apps and other tools that can help teens stay organized as the school year kicks into full swing. Don’t miss the latest on Instagram updates and changes, too. Then, while we’re on the topic of phones and apps, we’ve got a hot tip on phones that you won’t want to miss. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Gmail - Google Drive - Quizlet - Grammarly - EasyBib - HeadSpace - New York Times: Instagram rolls back some product changes after user backlash. - Teen Life Podcast on Suggested Content: Episode 43 | Episode 44 - TikTok: Simon Sinek on Phones . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teenlifepodcast/support

Chris and Karlie are back at it, celebrating the start of a new school year. Join us in a summer superlative review of top hits and trends. We'll also discuss back-to-school anxiety and how to set your teen up for the transition back. If you are a parent looking to raise your kids with Christian spirituality, don't miss this week's tip. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Teen Life Podcast: Start of School Anxiety - Top Gun: Maverick: IMDB | Rotten Tomatoes - Disney+: Ms. Marvel - Prime Video: The Summer I Turned Pretty - Netflix: Stranger Things - Billboard: Songs of the Summer Chart - TikTok: She’s a 10 - Next Gen Now Podcast: Spotify | Apple Podcasts - The Hills Church: thehills.org . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey &

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 the last episode of the Talking with Teens series, Chris and Karlie talk about service and using personal strengths to help others. . . Question: How much do you use your strengths to help others? . Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends! - How have you used your strengths to help others? - How has someone served or helped you in the past? How did it make you feel? - What is one way you could serve someone this school year? . Resources we mentioned in this episode: - Teen Life Podcast: Episode 60: Talking With Teens About Strength . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: ww

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! Episode 66 is one of our most important conversations in the series. Karlie and Tobin look at how much teens feel valued by the people in their life. . . Question: How much do you feel you can depend on the people in your life? . Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends! - Who do you think you can depend on the most? - Are there people who you depend on that don't value you? - What would it take for you to feel more valued by the people close to you? - What can you do to be more dependable to the people in your life? - . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/s

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 65, Chris and Kelly talk about hope as an indicator of mental health and ways to foster hope in your life. . . In this episode, we asked the following questions: - How much hope do you have for the future? - What’s one good thing in your life right now? - How optimistic do you feel about the future? - Where would you like to get involved/volunteer? . In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: - Berkley.edu: Is gratitude good for your health? - Researchgate.net: Humor and Hope: Can humor increase hope? . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.

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 64, Chris and Karlie discuss what courage is and how we can all motivate ourselves to face challenges and take on new experiences. . . Question: How willing are you to face up to the challenges in your life? . Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends! What do you think courage is? What is causing stress in your life right now? How motivated are you to do more? Where does your motivation come from? How is life better when you're motivated? What challenges are coming up in the near future? How can I help you face them? What do you want to tackle this next school year?  . . Visit our website: www.teenl

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? - . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us:

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 62, Kelly Fann joins Chris to discuss encouraging teens to have a growth mindset. . . In this episode, we asked the following questions: - How good do you feel you are at doing things?  - What’s something you feel like you’re good at right now? - How does it make you feel when you take care of things yourself? - What’s something you’d like to get better at? How can I help? . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Kelly Fann Produced

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 61, Karlie shares about one particular group that shows the state of self-esteem in today’s teens, and Chris and Karlie discuss positive self-talk. . . In this episode, we asked the following questions: - How good do you feel about yourself? - When do you feel the best about yourself? What are you doing? Who are you around? - How do you think social media impacts your self-esteem? - What can you do to feel better about yourself? . . In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: - Dove Self-Esteem Project: Toxic Influence: A Dove Film - Amazon: Breaking Free from Body Shame by Jess Connolly - Podcast mus

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 60, Tobin Hodges is back to talk with Chris about encouraging strength in teens and overcoming challenges. . . In this episode, we asked the following questions: - What did you do that helped you get back up when things weren’t going well? - What is one quality that you possess that no one can take away from you? - What makes you you? or What is the thing that you have that you don’t really have to work at? - What is a challenge you recently faced and overcame? What happened? Who was around? - What is it about you that helps you overcome challenges? . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your i

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 59, Kelly Fann is back with Karlie to talk about integrity and setting healthy boundaries. . . In this episode, we asked the following questions: - How comfortable are you saying “no” when someone crosses your boundaries? - What is something you said “yes” to when you should have said “no”? - How did that impact you? - When is a time someone said “no” to you, and you really appreciated it? - What are some things you could do to make saying “no” easier? . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke

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 58, Chris and Karlie discuss social connections and how to talk with teens about how connected they feel. . . Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends! How close do you feel to other people?  Who do you feel close to? What could you do to feel closer to the people in your life? What can I do to better connect with you? . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey & Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kell