004: 4 Ways to Start Conversations with Teenagers
November 18, 2025 / 22:42 / E4 Making genuine connections with students isn’t always easy. Awkward silences, dead-end questions, and the pressure to sound “cool” can make conversations feel more forced than fun. In this episode, Brooklyn and Damean share four types of questions you can ask to build real connections with your students! What We Cover:- How to move past surface-level conversations with students
- Simple questions that build trust and open the door to deeper connection
- Why curiosity and listening are more powerful than perfect answers
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- Grow Students Curriculum: Every week comes with discussion questions to help you lead conversations with your students!
