Navigating Big Emotions: Anger

One summer afternoon, the Harris family gathered for their weekly game night. As the game progressed, young Jackson’s frustration began to boil over. Whenever he lost a round in the game, He clenched his fists, his face flushed with anger,…

Love in Action: Small Daily Habits That Strengthen Your Marriage Over Time

Dr Scott Turansky Many people think a strong marriage is built on big, dramatic moments—romantic getaways, grand gestures, or overcoming major life challenges together. While those moments matter, it’s the small, daily habits that truly…

Bringing Fun Back into Your Marriage: Why Playfulness and Laughter Matter

Dr Scott Turansky When was the last time you and your spouse truly had fun together? Not just sitting in the same room, watching TV, or managing daily responsibilities, but actually laughing, playing, and enjoying each other’s company? Marriage…

The Gift of Admiration: Why Noticing the Good in Your Spouse Changes Everything

Dr Scott Turansky When you first fell in love, admiration came easily. You noticed all the good in your spouse—their kindness, their humor, their strengths. But over time, as life gets busy and stress increases, admiration can fade. Instead…

Conflict or Connection? How to Disagree in a Way That Strengthens Your Marriage

Dr Scott Turansky Every marriage experiences conflict. Disagreements are normal, and in many ways, they’re a sign that two people are engaging in life together. The problem isn’t that we argue—it’s how we argue that determines whether…

The Role of Faith in Marriage: Inviting God into Your Relationship

Dr Scott Turansky Marriage isn’t just about two people—it’s about three. When God is at the center of your relationship, He becomes the foundation that holds you together through life’s joys and challenges. But inviting God into…

How to Have a Meaningful Conversation with Your Spouse (Even if You Struggle to Connect)

Dr Scott Turansky Have you ever had a conversation with your spouse that felt more like exchanging information than truly connecting? Conversations about schedules, responsibilities, and to-do lists are necessary, but they don’t nurture…

Overcoming Resentment: Letting Go of Past Hurts to Move Forward

Dr Scott Turansky Resentment is a silent thief in marriage. It builds slowly—one hurtful comment, one forgotten promise, one unresolved conflict at a time. Over the years, small offenses can pile up, creating distance, bitterness, and…

The Power of Gratitude in Marriage: How Thankfulness Can Transform Your Relationship

Dr Scott Turansky When was the last time you genuinely appreciated your spouse? Not just a quick “thanks” for picking up dinner or taking out the trash, but real, heartfelt gratitude for who they are and what they bring to your marriage? In…

Building Emotional Connection: Practical Ways to Reignite Closeness in Marriage

Dr Scott Turansky Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are just coexisting rather than truly connecting? Over time, the emotional closeness that once felt so natural can begin to fade. Life gets busy, routines take over, and before…