Ep. 266: Teen Dating: What I Wish I Knew | Reflections from Adulthood

💡 What do adults wish they had known about teen dating? How can parents guide their teens to make healthier relationship choices? In this episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker sits down with team member Alexie, who reflects on 20 years of dating experiences—starting at just 15. She shares insights on relationship challenges, emotional struggles, and regrets, highlighting the impact of parental guidance and the importance of open conversations in shaping healthier dating decisions. 🎙️ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ Why early dating experiences shape long-term relationship patterns ✅ How self-confidence and emotional awareness impact dating choices ✅ The role of social media in modern teen relationships ✅ How parents can set healthy boundaries without alienating their teens ✅ What every teen should hear before they start dating 💡 Want expert guidance from Dr. Meg? Click here to book a coaching session and get personalized parenting advice! Our Sponsors: 🌿 DeepCozy – 15% off sinus relief at deepcozy.com with code DRMEG ⌚ Amazfit Active 2 – 10% off AI-driven coaching at amazfit.com/DRMEG 🥗 Hungryroot – 40% off + a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/drmeg (code DRMEG) 💰 Acorns – Start investing with just your spare change. Download the Acorns app or visit acorns.com/drmeg to get started. ❄️ Heat Holders® – 15% off cozy winter gear at heatholders.com (code DRMEG) 🏥 Equip Health – Virtual eating disorder treatment at equiphealth.com/drmeg 📢 Subscribe & Leave a Review! If you found this episode helpful, please subscribe, rate, and review so more parents can learn how to help their teens navigate dating with confidence! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices