Ep. 58: Talking With Teens About Connection

Ep. 58: Talking With Teens About Connection

by | Jun 7, 2022 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Resources

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Summary:
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 58, Chris and Karlie discuss social connections and how to talk with teens about how connected they feel.

Question:
How close do you feel to other people?

Talk through these with your teen after this podcast ends!

  • Who do you feel close to?
  • What could you do to feel closer to the people in your life?
  • What can I do to better connect with you?
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About Us:
Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.

Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.

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Ep. 57: College Experiences & Summer Jobs

Ep. 57: College Experiences & Summer Jobs

by | May 31, 2022 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast

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Summary:
Something about summer inspires an air of nostalgia- especially the summer after senior year. Don’t miss our tips for teens who want to make the most of their college experience. We’ll also share ideas for the best summer jobs and why this year they matter more.

If you have a family trip coming up or some time together with your teen, we’re excited to share our upcoming summer podcast series with you! Each week, we’ll have a short episode about the suggested topic and ways you can start meaningful conversations in your family. The series is designed for parents and teens to listen together or separately. The rest is up to you!

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About Us:
Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.

Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.

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Ep. 40: Preparing to Launch & The Sex Talk

Ep. 40: Preparing to Launch & The Sex Talk

by | Feb 1, 2022 | Parenting, Podcast

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Summary:
Karlie talks launching teens from home with her dad and parenting expert, Chris Hatchett, in a conversation you won’t want to miss. They’ll dive into the driving goals that should be behind every parent’s decision-making and real-life experiences in the Hatchett home. Also be sure to stick around for how and when to have “the sex talk” and Chris’s top advice for parents of all ages!

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About Us:
Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.

Chris Hatchett

Chris Hatchett

Campus Minister, The Hills Church

Chris Hatchett is the Campus Minister of the Southlake Campus of The Hills Church. After graduating from Abilene Christian University, Chris was a youth minister for 18 years from 1988-2006 and a founder of Teen Life in 2008. He is married to Stacie and has three children (Karlie, Colby, and Caleb) and three grandchildren.

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Ep. 26: Dating & Suicide Terms

Ep. 26: Dating & Suicide Terms

by | Sep 26, 2021 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Resources

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Summary:
What should you do when your teen starts dating? We’ve got some food for thought on how to help teens make responsible choices without overstepping. Also in episode 26, we take a look at suicide terms, what they mean and how you can help. Then stay tuned for upcoming movies and shows to watch with your teen.

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

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If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below or email podcast@teenlife.ngo.  We would love to hear from you!
About Us:
Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.
Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and now is passionate about encouraging students to live better stories. She has gained experience working with teenagers through work, volunteer, and personal opportunities.

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Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers

Ep. 25: School Skills & TikTok Influencers

by | Sep 20, 2021 | Mental Health, Parenting, Podcast, Resources, School, Technology

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Summary:
The transition to middle school can be trying for everyone in the family, but Chris and Karlie have a few tips and tricks to help ease your middle schooler into their new routine without you losing your mind in the process (00:40). We’re also back with more on TikTok and TikTok influencers (9:30). Learn more about how your teen may be deciding where to shop and what to buy. Then, don’t miss this week’s tip on an amazing resource for teaching digital literacy to your kids and students (18:25)!

In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

Have a question? If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!
About Us:
Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.
Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and now is passionate about encouraging students to live better stories. She has gained experience working with teenagers through work, volunteer, and personal opportunities.

Follow Us