Why does adolescence feel like such a vulnerable—and confusing—season for faith?

In Part 2 of this conversation on Spiritual Warfare in the Home, Dan & Stephanie Burke continue their discussion with Catholic psychologist and parenting expert Dr. MaryRuth Hackett to explain why teens and young adults are especially susceptible to spiritual influence—and how parents can equip them without fear.

Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and Catholic spiritual wisdom, this episode explores:

👉 Why adolescent brains struggle with impulse control and discernment

👉 How spiritual attacks often enter through thoughts and emotions

👉 Why teaching discernment actually makes children stronger, not afraid

👉 How teens can learn to recognize when a thought is not their own

⏸️ Midway through the episode, Exorcist Msgr. Stephen Rossetti offers a brief encouragement on spiritual warfare—reminding us that learning how to fight spiritually should never lead to fear, but to deeper trust in Christ’s victory.

This episode is especially helpful for parents of teens, young adults, and anyone who wants to form children to live with clarity, confidence, and trust in God.

🔔 Midway through the episode, you’ll hear a short, practical teaching on renouncing lies—a tool parents can use to restore peace and clarity when spiritual confusion enters the home.

If you’re raising children in today’s culture and want to form them with wisdom, courage, and faith, this episode is essential listening from start to finish.

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