A father’s tears on his son’s sixteenth birthday spark an honest conversation about raising teens in a culture that normalizes substance use. We talk about gratitude, sobriety, and how a faith-centered home shows up in daily conversations, boundaries, and support.

We break down what transparency with kids really looks like—sharing family history, explaining genetic risk, and giving teens simple, confident scripts for peer pressure. We also tackle one of the hardest moments parents face: what to say when a teen or their friend admits to daily marijuana use, modeling curiosity and care instead of shame.

With empathy and firm boundaries—clear consequences, accountability, and brain science to back it up—we offer a hopeful roadmap for building a sober-friendly family culture rooted in honesty, love, and open doors.

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