# Teen Stories: Struggling in Isolation

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Podcast: [Parenting Today's Teens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-today-s-teens-297702)
Published: 2026-06-30T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://redcircle.com/shows/parenting-todays-teens
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1e39f5a4-59ac-4e26-b50b-b85a2914d49a.mp3
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## Resource

It's easy to think that anger, rebellion or pulling away is just part of being a teenager. But sometimes, it’s a sign of feeling lost or desperately wanting to belong. In today’s episode, Mark talks with two young ladies from Heartlight as they open up about family conflict, the pressure to fit in and hiding pain behind a happy face. Both share how trying to fill their emptiness with parties, perfectionism or taking care of others only left them more isolated. Listen in to hear how, through the ups and downs, these teens are slowly learning to trust, let people in and rediscover who they really are. Is Heartlight the right place for your struggling teen? Learn more today at heartlightministries.org

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