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Helping Teens Build Real-World Coping Skills | Ep. 184

by | October 14, 2025 | Anxiety, Mental Health, Podcast | 0 Comments

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Help teens build real-world coping skills by letting them struggle, unplug, and grow. Learn how parents and schools can foster true resilience.

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Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use

Spotting the Signs of Teen Nicotine Use | Ep. 183

by | October 7, 2025 | Drugs & Alcohol, Podcast | 0 Comments

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Learn the subtle signs of teen nicotine use, from fruity scents to hidden devices, and get practical tips to start honest, non-judgmental conversations.

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Questions that Get Teens Talking

Questions That Get Teens Talking with Sarah Brooks | Ep. 182

by | September 30, 2025 | Parenting, Podcast, Support Groups | 0 Comments

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Discover how small shifts in questions, timing, and listening can transform your interactions and get teens talking.

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Ep. 57: College Experiences & Summer Jobs

Ep. 57: College Experiences & Summer Jobs

May 31, 2022

Don’t miss our tips for teens who want to make the most of their college experience. We’ll share summer job ideas and why this year they matter more.

How to Talk About School Shootings

How to Talk About School Shootings

May 26, 2022

Karlie talks through some tips on how to talk about school shootings and also gives some ideas for how to be part of the solution moving forward.

Ep. 56: Teen Virtues & Marvel

Ep. 56: Teen Virtues & Marvel

May 24, 2022

Join Chris and Karlie in one of their most important conversations to date. Learn this simple trick to harness the power of words to encourage and affirm teens.

Ep. 55: End of School & Graduation Gifts

Ep. 55: End of School & Graduation Gifts

May 17, 2022

As another school year ends, we’ve got tips and tricks for finishing the year strong, out-of-the-box graduation gifts, and keeping in touch after commencement.

Ep. 54: Mental Health Awareness & Booktok

Ep. 54: Mental Health Awareness & Booktok

May 8, 2022

There are many misconceptions about mental health problems and their treatment. Join Chris and Karlie as they talk about common myths versus the reality.