The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 682: Important Teen Conversations | Mark and Tim Shoemaker, What to Say and How to Say it To Your Teen
Jan 17, 2026
Mark Shoemaker is a next-gen pastor with hands-on experience with teens, while Tim Shoemaker is an award-winning author who specializes in outdoor writing. They discuss the importance of open conversations about screens, anxiety, and work ethic in the context of parenting. Discover how technology reshapes teen struggles and the need for modern youth pastors. With practical tips like using grocery runs to teach responsibilities, they emphasize building trust and connection during tough talks while encouraging patience and follow-up in navigating these challenging topics.
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Blend Generations For Credible Guidance
- Invite your teen into conversations by blending parental experience with youth perspectives for credibility and relevance.
- Co-authoring or collaborating (as Tim and Mark did) models humility and shared wisdom for parents to emulate.
Technology Changes The Conversation's Starting Point
- Phones create a different starting point for old problems by changing access and context for teens.
- Conversations must adapt in application because presence of technology reshapes everyday life.
Show Up To Build Currency Of Care
- Spend time with teens in their world—attend games, grab meals, and show care through presence.
- Equip youth leaders to notice mental-health signals and know when to seek help.
