The full impact of loss in a teen's life is only truly experienced when they realize something is missing — whether that something is a parent or a spot on the football team. Loss motivates behavior, and some teens will do whatever they think is necessary to fill a painful void in their lives. In today's devotional episode, Mark shares some personal stories about how loss can impact behavior and expectations, and why you need to dig deeper to find your child's motivations.

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