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Meet Karlie's new co-hosts and discover the new podcast format! We're excited for the big reveal, and we know you will be, too. This week, we delve into the world of sibling dynamics to explore how these relationships evolve over time and offer practical tips for nurturing strong sibling relationships in your family. Also in this episode: Do you have "W rizz" or "L rizz"? Another teen term explained.  Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is changing the economy. And, a social media challenge worth considering. You won't want to miss this. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Teen Life Podcast: Chris' Podcast Update - Parents.com: This is how sibling dynamics can change as they grow up - Taylor Swift Eras Tour: Time | Newsweek | Billboard | The Wall Street Journal - Variety: ‘Taylor Swift: Eras Tour’ Film - TikTok: *NSYNC Rizz | Roman Empire . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenli

This week on the podcast, we give a behind the scenes look at the incredible impact of support groups. Join us as we explore what makes these groups so effective, why they matter, and how you can make a difference in this important cause. Also in this episode, stay updated on the latest social media trend as Twitter undergoes a transformation into the "X App." We'll explore the evolving landscape of social media with the rebranding of Twitter as the "X App" and Elon Musk's vision for its future. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Teen Life: Support Groups | Online Volunteer Training | Donate - YouTube: The Office - Grief Counseling - CBSNews: Twitter is now X. Here's what that means. . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ngo/subscribe Watch the podcast on YouTube! Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter . . Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges Hosted by: Chris Robey &am

. . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - New York Times: Checking Email? You’re Probably Not Breathing. - Partner with Teen Life for North Texas Giving Day! - Teen Life Podcast: Breathing Techniques | Diverse Families Series | Summer Superlatives 2022 | Taylor Swift - Wikipedia: Barbenheimer - Vanity Fair: Barbie and Oppenheimer Blow Up the Box Office - Common Sense Media: Red, White, and Royal Blue | The Summer I Turned Pretty - Billboard: Why Did Taylor Swift’s ‘Speak Now’ Re-Recording Become Her Best-Performing ‘Taylor’s Version’ Yet? - MLB: Pitch Timer - TODAY: Fans keep throwing objects at musicians. This list of incidents is proof of the trend - Chick-fil-A: Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich . . 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 &

In the fast-paced world of education, it’s essential to recognize the impact of connecting with students on their academic performance and overall well-being. Fostering strong connections with students can lead to better attendance, better motivation, and more positive outcomes in the classroom. Spicy novels, known for their edgy and romantic themes, have taken center stage in the teenage world, especially on #BookTok. In this episode, we'll explore what makes spicy novels so appealing to teenagers, the impact they can have on young readers, and how parents and educators can navigate this literary landscape. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Understood.org: Building positive relationships with students: What brain science says - Teen Life Podcast: School Partnerships | BookTok - Red Wolf Press: IS THIS BOOK AGE-APPROPRIATE? HOW TO FIND AGE AND CONTENT INFORMATION - Amazon: A Court of Thorns and Roses - Libby App - Kindle Unlimited - Amazon.com - Goodreads.com - Commonsensemedia.

As a parent, it can be easy to let our past relationship with school as a student or as a parent of an older child color our current relationship with school. If we’ve had great experiences before, it’s a lot easier to hope for a great experience this year. But if you’ve had a negative experience, the flip side of the coin is also true. It can be easy to start believing the worst. That’s totally normal! But it’s essential to treat every year as a chance for a new start, for you, your kids, and your school. Listen to episode 123 of the podcast for a practical tips from parents and school professionals on how create the ideal home-school partnership! You'll also get a crash course in fantasy football, pros and cons for parents to consider, and how to connect with your teen! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - ESPN: Fantasy Football's Beginner Guide - Psychology Today: Should Kids Be Allowed to Play Tackle Football—or Fantasy? - Instagram: Ways to make teens feel respected - Teen

What’s it like blending families with teenagers? Creating a blended families with teenagers, or kids of any age, is not for the faint of heart. And yet, many parents are blending families with teens, co-parents, step-parents, and all kids of siblings. In Support Groups, we often see teens who have been through divorces and remarriages and have siblings from multiple marriages. Blended families have rapidly moved from being a marginalized family type to being the typical one. We can only assume that the current trend is higher, but, in 2015, 40% of American families were blended. According to Forbes, the current divorce rate in the United States hovers just below 50%, but only for first marriages. For second marriages, that number increases to 67% and nearly 3 out of 4 third marriages fail. Of those new marriages, 40% included people who are remarrying. Scott and Vanessa Martindale know first-hand how long the road can seem when navigating blending a family with a teen. And how lonely it can be. Vanessa no

Dive into the world of single parenting with Lori Wei. Lori found herself a single parent at 22. She raised her daughter alone for 13 years before remarrying. In that time, she discovered the power of community, self reliance and teachability. Be sure to listen for what really helps kids and parents of single parent families; the number one thing not to do; and why apologizing to your kids is so powerful. Teen Life Podcast: Apologizing & Taylor Swift Teen Life Blog: Why Apologizing Matters for You and Your Kids Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

How can we support families with special needs? Join Chris and Tobin in a special conversation on how to support families with special needs. As part of the Diverse Families series, they are joined by Donna Crose, Tobin’s mom, and mother of a daughter with down syndrome. Donna shares the challenges of discovering a diagnosis like down syndrome and the challenges of raising teenagers while caring for a sibling with special needs. Donna and Tobin also offer insight into some of the challenges that teens with special needs face and how to support them as they grow into adulthood. Listen to the end for ways to support parents and siblings of kids with special needs, too. Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

How can we support multiracial and multi-cultural families? Chris Robey interviews Tquan and Leahanna Moore about their experience as a multiracial/multi-cultural family. They discuss what it means to be multi-cultural and how they’ve approached blending cultures in their own home. You’ll also hear about their kids’ experience being mixed race. Listen for talking point on: the importance of acknowledging the cultures within a family and how to ensure a healthy family identity how to approach peer acceptance with kids discrimination assumptions how to best support kids from multiracial or multi-cultural backgrounds 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! Podcast music by⁠ Luke Cabrera⁠ & Tobin Hodges --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

In the first of a short series on diversity in types of family structures, Tobin Hodges interviews foster mom Danielle Bogart. Danielle shares her experience as a foster parent and offers insight into how caring adults can support kids and families in the foster care system. Danielle also talks about the benefits of Camp Akiva, a program of Our Father’s Children, a DFW non-profit that provides hope to children of abuse and neglect in Texas, ages 6-18, in week-long camp settings and weekend retreats. In this episode, we mentioned or used the following resources: Our Father's Children Website Podcast music by Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

When should you start to worry about shyness? Join Tobin Hodges as he outlines reasons why teens might seem shy. He offers real life examples and ways you can approach social awkwardness, shyness, and personal boundaries when talking with teenagers. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Very Well Family: Help A Shy Teen Build Self-Confidence - Evolve Treatment: Should a Parent Push Teen to be Social? - Your Teen Mag: Social Anxiety in Teens - Teen Life Podcast: Social Awkwardness . . 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: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Teenage drama can be exhausting for parents, teachers, and teens alike. So how can caring adults acknowledge teenagers’ BIG emotions without feeding the drama cycle? Join Karlie Duke as she talks about ways to guide kids through emotional regulation, social difficulties, and more. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - VeryWellFamily: 7 Strategies for Addressing Teenage Drama . . 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: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Being a teenager is like riding an emotional rollercoaster, and it’s easy to come across as an “angry teen”. Chris dives into why this stereotype isn’t entirely wrong, but it isn’t right either. Listen for background information on why your teen may seem mad and how to help channel that emotion into a state of better self-awareness. . . 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 Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

When teens start sneaking around to get what they want or need, it can be tempting to freak out and “lay down the law.” Tobin offers a different perspective on what might be behind sneaky behavior and how to talk about it with your teenager. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Teen Therapy: What Do I Do with a Sneaky Kid? - Psychology Today: Get Out! Sneaky Kids and Prying Parents Make a Toxic Mix - QDT: How to Curb Your Kid’s Sneaky Behavior - Previous stereotypes in the summer podcast series: Perfectionism, Laziness, Lying, Gossip . . 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: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Gossip affects all age groups, but for teenagers it can be especially harmful. Between whispers in the hallways, text messages, social media, and other media, gossip is a particularly difficult terrain for teens to navigate. Karlie Duke talks about why teens might gossip, as well as strategies for helping teenagers avoid participating in the rumor mill. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Psychology Today: 4 Ways to Effectively Deal With Gossip . . 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: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Lying feels personal, but what if it’s not? In fact, 98% of teenagers worldwide lie to their parents. That’s not a typo. Ninety-eight percent.So, the bad news is that your teen is probably lying to you. But the good news is that it’s not really about you.In episode 112, Chris Robey talks about what’s really happening most of the time when teens lie and how to handle tough conversations about dishonesty. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Newport Academy: Why Do Teenagers Lie? And What to Do About - Evolve Treatment Centers: What Parents Should Do When Their Teenager Lies to Them - GreatSchools.org: When teens lie (because they all do!) - EmpoweringParents.com: How to talk to your child about lying . . 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 Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Su

It’s easy to buy into the stereotype that teens are lazy. After all, sleeping late and not wanting to do homework are pretty typical teen behaviors. But is laziness the real reason behind them? Tobin Hodges takes on teen laziness and why it might not be what you think in week two of our summer podcast series. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Nurturing Wisdom: Is My Teen Lazy? Diagnosing Motivation Problems - Conscious Discipline: Breathing Techniques for Calming - New York Post: Teens are getting lazier – but not for the reasons you think . . 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: Tobin Hodges Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Perfectionism can have a negative impact on a teenager’s mental health if left unchecked. In episode 110, Karlie talks about ways to identify perfectionist behavior, what to say and how to help teens channel perfectionist tendencies for the best. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Newport Academy: How Perfectionism in Children and Teens Impacts Mental Health . . 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: Karlie Duke Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

One in four youths admits to having shoplifted before the age of 12, but why and how do we help them stop? This week, we’ll talk about the reasons behind the behavior and ways to curb it. We’ll also look at ideas for teens’ summer plans, so you can be prepared before they start saying they’re bored! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - NASP: The Shoplifting Problem - AACAP: Stealing in Children and Adolescents - Johns Hopkins: My Child is Stealing - Teen Life Podcast: Summer Activities | Summer Jobs . . 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://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teenlifepodcast/support

Do you ever get “stuck” before you even get started on a big task? What if we could tap into our brains’ dopamine center to make our lives more productive? Task gamification could be the answer to a common problem with the executive functioning skill of task initiation. Listen for tips on how making tasks into a game can help you and your teen. We’ll also go over some common mental health terms, as well as practical tips for easing anxiety. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Yu-kai Chou: 10 Best Productivity Apps - Twitter: George Mack on Video Game Tasks - Task Apps: Level Up Life | Habatica | Forest - Mental Health America: Terms to Know: A Mental Health Glossary - Teen Life Podcast: Tasks for ADHD Teens (Tip) | Suicide | Suicide Prevention | Anxiety | Panic Attacks | Mental Health Update | Depression | Teen Terms 5 - Instagram: Things That Make Anxiety Worse . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe to get the episodes in your inbox: www.teenlife.ng