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Even small acts of kindness can make a big difference! Whether being kind to one another or being kind together, we’ve got some great ideas on how planning acts of kindness with your teen can bring you closer together. Then, how much do you know about anime and manga? Chris and Karlie dive into the world of comic books and animated shows originating in Japan. Discover the different kinds and how to research which ones are appropriate for your family. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - National Today: World Kindness Week - NY Public Library: Manga for Middle Schoolers - Instagram: @brookeromneywrites - Teen Life Blog: A Seat at the Table - 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 Produc

Around 15% of people have social skill challenges and communication difficulties that are considered to make them socially awkward. Teens can feel socially awkward in any setting, including school, special events, large family gatherings, on the phone, and many more common settings. There are benefits though! Don't miss the positive and negative effects of social awkwardness, plus tips on how to overcome it. Then, only 25% of American teens meet the daily recommendation of 1 hour of moderate-to-vigorous activity. Tune in for suggestions on how to help teens increase their daily activity and the positive benefits that ensue. . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Psych Central: Social Awkwardness: Signs and How to Overcome It - Healthline: Exercise for Teens: A Complete Guide - CDC: Physical Activity Guidelines for School-Aged Children and Adolescents - FitOn App - The Teen Mag: 5 Ways to Make Life Easier if You Are Socially Awkward . . Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com Subscribe

Everyone knows that teens can be smelly. We’ve got a straightforward list of ideas to help your teen conquer personal hygiene so they can succeed in other areas of their lives. We’ll also talk about who’s most at risk for consensual and non-consensual sexting and the conversation you need to have. Plus, how to find hidden photos on an iPhone. PS.  You can now find us on YouTube, too! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - Very Well Family: Smelly Teen? Let’s Talk Teen Hygiene - Amazon: Toothbrush - JAMA Network: Prevalence of Multiple Forms of Sexting Behavior Among Youth - Teen Life Podcast: Episode 11: Secrecy & Teen Terms 2 - 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 & Kar

Feelings of belonging can improve overall health and decrease the likelihood of mental health issues and substance abuse, but do you know how to encourage belonging in your kids? Don't miss this important conversation that could drastically improve your teen's long-term quality of life. Then, get some great, easy-to-do Halloween costume ideas for your teen and for you! . . In this episode, we mentioned the following resources: - AAP: Adolescent Connectedness and Adult Health Outcomes - UCLA: The School-to-Prison Pipeline - Merriam-Webster: Belonging - 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/teenlifepodcast/support

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

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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