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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 37 MIN

The Biggest Mistake Parents Make Today | Why Teens Are Struggling (And What Parents Must Do) | Parenting in a Digital World | With Mark Gregston

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Register for the Mark Gregston Parenting Conference for Free With Code FREE - https://legacyfarm.brushfire.com/conference/616847Parenting in 2026 looks nothing like it did 20 years ago.Anxiety. Depression. Social media. Identity confusion. Isolation.And most parents feel overwhelmed and unsure where to start.In this powerful episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry sits down with Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries and a nationally recognized parenting expert who has spent over 50 years walking alongside struggling teens and families.Mark has worked with more than 3,500 teens in crisis. He’s seen what works. He’s seen what doesn’t. And he’s here to help dads step up and lead spiritually and emotionally in their homes.In this episode, you’ll learn:The biggest mistake parents make todayWhy teen issues have shifted from rebellion to depression and anxietyHow social media is affecting your child’s need for connectionWhy parenting teens requires a completely different approachHow to stay firm without becoming controllingHow to stay loving without becoming passiveWhat to do if your relationship with your teen feels strainedWhy dads must step up spiritually (even if they feel unqualified)How to redeem a broken relationship with your childWhy not acting soon enough can cost more than you thinkYour teen doesn’t need a perfect dad.They need a present one.Legacy isn’t what you leave to your children.It’s what you leave in them.If you’re a parent, grandparent, youth leader, or mentor — this episode is for you.📩 Interactive: Email your feedback and questions to [email protected] — one email will be randomly selected to receive a signed copy of Mantality.Guard your mind. Hold your ground. Man up.Get your copy of Mantality or Post 30 and Man-Up Merch  Here-- ⁠http://manupadventure.com/store/⁠Email us at [email protected] are three simple things you can do that would really help us accomplish that goal: Follow us on Instagram / manupadventureReview us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Review us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2NhWK7n77Q0fyuaTIkkLXe?si=8e1349637ed74bcaSubscribe on YouTube / @man-upadventurecampIf this episode encouraged you, hit Subscribe, tap the bell icon, and drop a comment to let us know what you think!

Register for the Mark Gregston Parenting Conference for Free With Code FREE - https://legacyfarm.brushfire.com/conference/616847Parenting in 2026 looks nothing like it did 20 years ago.Anxiety. Depression. Social media. Identity confusion. Isolation.And most parents feel overwhelmed and unsure where to start.In this powerful episode of the Man Up Podcast, Terry sits down with Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight Ministries and a nationally recognized parenting expert who has spent over 50 years walking alongside struggling teens and families.Mark has worked with more than 3,500 teens in crisis. He’s seen what works. He’s seen what doesn’t. And he’s here to help dads step up and lead spiritually and emotionally in their homes.In this episode, you’ll learn:The biggest mistake parents make todayWhy teen issues have shifted from rebellion to depression and anxietyHow social media is affecting your child’s need for connectionWhy parenting teens requires a completely different approachHow to stay firm without becoming controllingHow to stay loving without becoming passiveWhat to do if your relationship with your teen feels strainedWhy dads must step up spiritually (even if they feel unqualified)How to redeem a broken relationship with your childWhy not acting soon enough can cost more than you thinkYour teen doesn’t need a perfect dad.They need a present one.Legacy isn’t what you leave to your children.It’s what you leave in them.If you’re a parent, grandparent, youth leader, or mentor — this episode is for you.📩 Interactive: Email your feedback and questions to [email protected] — one email will be randomly selected to receive a signed copy of Mantality.Guard your mind. Hold your ground. Man up.Get your copy of Mantality or Post 30 and Man-Up Merch  Here-- ⁠http://manupadventure.com/store/⁠Email us at [email protected] are three simple things you can do that would really help us accomplish that goal: Follow us on Instagram / manupadventureReview us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Review us on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2NhWK7n77Q0fyuaTIkkLXe?si=8e1349637ed74bcaSubscribe on YouTube / @man-upadventurecampIf this episode encouraged you, hit Subscribe, tap the bell icon, and drop a comment to let us know what you think!

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