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July 14, 2025 27 mins

Raising Teenagers in Today's Culture: Intentional Parenting Tips

In episode 13 of Life on Purpose, host Heather reflects on three months of creating impactful videos aimed at guiding parents to walk closer with the Lord. This episode focuses on raising teenagers and emphasizes the need for intentional parenting in today's challenging culture. Heather, a mother of four with 28 years of parenting experience, shares key insights and practical advice, such as the importance of open communication, spiritual discipleship, and the pitfalls of social media and public schooling. She encourages parents to be proactive and involved, offering strategies to foster a love for Jesus and effective methods to support teenagers' mental and emotional well-being. Heather concludes by stressing the importance of fighting for the right thing even when it's hard, for the sake of their children's futures.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:40 Parenting Teenagers: Challenges and Strategies

01:16 Personal Parenting Experience

02:58 The Importance of Intentional Parenting

08:08 Spiritual Responsibility of Parents

10:57 Social Media and Technology Concerns

14:23 Education Choices: Public vs. Private

19:06 Encouraging Service and Family Activities

21:48 Practical Tips for Media and Internet Use

24:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts




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