57 - Advice for Teens

Madona and Laura sit down with Andrew Ishak to talk about his new short film (and pilot episode) Abouna, which is being screened across the globe!You can learn more about the film by listening to the episode and visiting Andrew on his YouTube channel and Instagram account.Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

Madona and I discuss the idea that children mirror the behavior of their parents and how parents can hold themselves accountable for their actions. We also talk about the essential role of prayer and relying on God's guidance in parenting.Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

Madona shares her amazing idea for making the most of this holiday season, even if the budget is a little tight or if the priorities are a little different.Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

How do you approach current events with your kids? Do you tell it like it is? Keep them focused on what they can control? Or some other approach?Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

What are the guidelines for giving advice? How can we do a better job giving—and receiving—advice?Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

Is there a right way and a wrong way to deal with your kids? Is there a way to avoid sibling resentment and keep the family unit cohesive (instead of competitive)?Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

Of all the advice and options and opportunities we have as parents, what really makes a difference? When it comes down to it, what do we really need to do?Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

I asked my Instagram followers for advice they would give teens. Madona and I examine the results and tell our own stories to illustrate the best of the wisdom.Did you agree or disagree with our points? Send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

Do you ever watch TV with the kids? How do you handle inappropriate scenes and topics? Listen in as Madona and I discuss how we handle family screen time with our kids.Don’t forget to send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura

In this episode, Madona and I explore the topic of anxiety in ourselves and in our kids! We share hilarious personal stories and real-world advice for handling those anxious moments with a lighter heart.Don’t forget to send us your opinions via email at [email protected] or via IG @raisingupcopts, @madona_writes, or @copticlaura