Balancing Protection with Preparedness

It's always good to remember that our role as parents is not just to protect teens from pain, but to equip them with the resilience and understanding to navigate through it. That's what'll help them in the real world! In this episode, Mark reflects on a story about getting hurt that taught him a lot, and shares insights into the importance of allowing children to experience and learn from pain to a certain extent. Tune in to learn more about the role pain plays in growth and development!For more on helping your teen get through a challenging time, order a copy of "When Your Teen is Struggling," at bit.ly/teen-is-strugglingParenting 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 www.ChristianParenting.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy