Why You Need a Nap? (Deb Schroeder) -

10. Because you were at youth group, you got home and into your pajamas much later
than usual.

9. You did extra brainwork trying to translate the new slang being thrown at you.

8. Staying on top of all the TikTok trends keeps you up way too late at night.

7. Your body needs extra rest because you outdid yourself during the Church Clap
song.

6. You answered 47 random questions about faith, dating, and why they are serving
pizza again.

5. You logged another solid hour at church because it seemed like every teen stopped
you to chat for just one more minute as you were trying to leave.

4. You couldn’t sleep when you got home from youth group because, after a long day at
work, you drank too much caffeine, so you would be awake and excited to be there.

3. You gave yourself whiplash going back and forth, replaying every conversation from
the night, hoping you said the right things.

2. Your head is still reeling from all the fashion advice you were given on your own fit
after you innocently commented on a teen’s hoodie.

1. Because showing up, listening, and caring is embedded in who you are— and you
will be back next week

DEB SCHROEDER is one of Speaker Hub Speakers. She has spent over 28 years working with teens in churches, schools, and community programs. At her core, she is passionate about helping teens feel seen, valued, and understood while equipping the adults in their lives to respond in ways that build trust and strengthen relationships. With a practical, real-world approach, she helps parents, youth leaders, and volunteers better understand what teens need and what their behavior is communicating—so they can create environments where teens can grow, belong, and thrive. She also has a heart for speaking truth, identity, and hope into the lives of teens—especially young women.