When your family enters the Middle School years, it feels like there's a whole lot of crazy, and not a lot of calm. You're not alone! Hang in there, and find strength in some of our tips. There are a lot of answers out on the internet - but some of the things you find can also be frightening. We take a look at the struggles families face when their kids enter Middle School. Answers from a Christian Worldview, with a strong dose of scripture and prayer, will help you get through those years.

SHOW NOTES:

3:00 - Mark doesn't have kids, but he was most recently in Middle School

4:30 - Kids entering Middle School are facing a lot of changes

5:30 - How do parents get prepared for Middle School?

6:10 - Many kids go through an identity crisis

9:00 - Find activities that you can do with your kids, and meet their friends

11:00 - Help your kids gain perspective of their blessings by giving them opportunities to serve others

13:00 - "If it seems like they're all over the place - they are!"

16:00 - You are not alone - Be vulnerable with other parents, and gain support

17:45 - What should parents do when Middle Schoolers test boundaries?

21:30 - Get on the same page with your child's best friends parents

23:00 - You are their parent, not their friend

23:50 - The Bridge Podcast Episode 15 - Youth and Social Media

24:15 - Provide opportunities for your child to take the lead in some decision making

25:00 - Takeaways

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