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Do you really know what’s happening inside your child’s school?

In this raw and revealing episode of 15 Minutes with Dad, my daughter Mariah joins me to uncover the startling truth about teen drug use and vaping in today’s school culture. Her firsthand experience sheds light on the reality that nearly half of her peers are experimenting with substances—often as a result of peer pressure, emotional overload, or hidden trauma they don’t yet know how to name.

Through a lens of intentional parenting and emotional resilience, I share my own shock, fear, and confusion as a father when I first learned about her involvement. And together, we explore how supportive communication and unconditional love helped us reconnect, rebuild, and create a new path forward.

🧠 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why teens turn to coping mechanisms like vaping or substance use
• The role mental health plays in shaping risky behaviors
• How to shift from control to connection in tough parenting moments
• Actionable steps to foster family empowerment and emotional healing
• The power of leading with curiosity, compassion, and non-judgment

🎯 You’ll also walk away with practical strategies for:

• Helping your teen define their personal “why” for making better choices
• Promoting healthy habits and creative emotional outlets
• Accessing counseling and mental health support as a family
• Modeling self-care and emotional regulation as a father
• Creating lasting parent-child relationships through daily moments of trust

This episode is not just about teen parenting in the age of peer pressure—it’s a call to lead with empathy, create safe spaces, and raise kids who feel understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.

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