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Hope is one of the top indicators of mental health, but for many teens it can feel out of reach.
Chris and Karlie share practical ideas for encouraging and teaching teens to be hopeful. They also take a look at social media’s effect on how teens see war and how they filter news sources. Don’t miss these useful tips for talking about the war in the Ukraine with teens. Be sure to listen to the end for this week’s tip on identifying triggers, too!
Resources:
- Teen Life Podcast: Ep. 39: Athletics & Monetization of Youtube
- Teen Life Podcast:Ep. 40: Preparing to Launch & The Sex Talk
- USAToday: Why It’s So Important to Hope
- Psychology Today: Why Hope Matters
- Trinity Portfolio Advisors
- Topgolf: Thank you to everyone who make this event a success!
- Harvard: Pinker Explains “The Long Peace”
- Instagram: Fake Tweet Post
- Sharon McMahon: website
- Instagram: @sharonsaysso
- Instagram: Cherish on The SCARF Trigger Framework
- Podcast music by Luke Cabrera and Tobin Hodges
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Karlie Duke
Communications Director
Chris Robey
Former CEO
Karlie Duke | Director of Communications
Karlie has always had a heart for teenagers. Through her role at Teen Life, she loves to showcase the amazing stories coming out of Support Groups, but she is especially passionate about helping adults and teenagers find connection. Karlie has a BS in Communications with a minor in Family Studies from Abilene Christian University.
Chris Robey | Former CEO
Chris has spent most of his career empowering teenagers from all backgrounds. As the former leader of Teen Life, he is passionate about helping students make good choices while also giving adults the tools they need to communicate more effectively with teens. Chris is a graduate of Midwestern State University and holds a Master’s Degree in Family Life Education from Lubbock Christian University.