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A Teen’s Longing for Genuineness and Authenticity

Student Story: Marina

Today’s teens are more skeptical than ever and have a keen ability to spot phoniness—in peers, in church and in their parents! This weekend on Parenting Today’s Teens, Mark Gregston explains how teens are disillusioned by inconsistencies, and offers helpful guidelines for fostering genuine, authentic relationships.

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Author: Mark Gregston

Mark Gregston began working with teens more than 40 years ago as a youth minister and Young Life director. He has authored nearly two dozen books, has written hundreds of articles, and is host of the nationally-acclaimed Parenting Today’s Teens podcast and radio broadcast.