See the Emotion Behind the Behavior, with Will Hutcherson

Any parent who’s raised a teenager has likely faced an emotional meltdown that seemed to come out of nowhere, and been left scratching their head trying to understand it. This week on The Redeemed Man podcast, pastor and mental health advocate Will Hutcherson joins us to shed light on the mental health struggles facing today’s teens. Drawing from extensive research, Will breaks down the science behind teenage angst in a way that’s both practical and relatable, equipping dads with tools to better understand and connect with their kids. In a world dominated by high tech and high stress, Will reminds us that what today’s teenagers need most is to feel seen, and that offering validation doesn’t mean you’re raising your kids to be “soft.” You’re raising them to be secure and resilient. Segments/chapters 0:00 Intro 1:03 How Will found his calling in ministry and mental health 5:10 Understanding the real science behind teen angst 16:26 How can dads help their kids feel seen and secure? 26:54 Meeting your kids where they are isn’t going to make them “soft” 32:38 The guardrails Will has learned to apply to his own life 42:13 The right ways to build a healthy, constructive family culture 49:34 Helping the next generation even if you don’t have kids of your own Visit The Redeemed"s website for downloadable discussion question sets, show notes, inspirational articles, more resources, or to share your testimony. Join our Exclusive Newsletter: Signup today and be the first to get notified on upcoming podcasts and new resources! The Redeemed is an organization giving men from all backgrounds a supportive, judgment-free environment, grounded in Christian love without demanding participation in any faith tradition, where they can open up about their challenges, worries, and failures—and celebrate their triumphs over those struggles. Have a redemption story? Share your redemption story here. Interested in being a guest on our podcast? Email Nate@theredeemed.com Follow The Redeemed on Social Media: Podcast YouTube Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter