Every teen has a story behind the choices they make — sometimes, it's not about simple rebellion, but about a deeper search for belonging and understanding. On today’s episode, Mark sits down with two teens whose journeys might sound familiar to many parents. For Andrew, who came to Heartlight from Toronto, frequent moves and underlying anger led him toward rebellion and drug use. He shares honestly about how being at Heartlight is helping him discover healthier ways to cope and communicate, especially with his dad.

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