In this eye-opening episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd dive into why so many teens today are passionately embracing social or political causes. While some are motivated by strong convictions, many are simply searching — for identity, belonging, independence or even just a way to stand out. Mark shares practical, heartfelt advice for parents facing this challenge: stay calm, keep the lines of communication open, avoid jumping to judgment and lead with love while setting clear boundaries.

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