Tag Archive for: Dr. Scott Turansky

When Emotions Spiral: How to Help Your Child Escape Cyclonic Thinking

Dr Scott Turansky Picture this: Your child bursts into tears because a sibling got a bigger piece of dessert. Or your teen slams a door so hard it rattles the windows because they lost a video game. The words “That’s not fair!” ring…

Managing Screen Time Without Losing Your Mind

Dr Scott Turansky "Get off your phone!""Five more minutes!""Why can't you just pause it?"If you’re a parent of a teen or preteen, chances are you’ve had these conversations more times than you can count. Screen time battles have become…

How a Heart-Based Approach Transforms Arguing Into Life Skills

Dr Scott Turansky Every parent knows the feeling. You set a rule, your child pushes back. You state a consequence, your child tests the limit. Before long, you’re locked in a power struggle that leaves everyone frustrated and exhausted. Arguing…

How to Avoid “Traffic Cop” Parenting

Dr Scott Turansky How do your children handle problems or decisions? Some children whine, complain, or have bad attitudes. But problems and decisions make great opportunities to teach children to face life’s challenges. Unfortunately,…

How to Teach Spirituality to Children

Dr Scott Turansky No matter how long (or short) you’ve been a believer, you can teach your children tremendous spiritual lessons. The key is first to be growing spiritually yourself and then start passing truths on to your kids. Deuteronomy…

Kids With Challenges need VISION

Dr Scott Turansky Most kids spend their time thinking about the present, what they’ll do today or tomorrow. When they look at the future they may have some wishes, but imagining themselves as successful is quite a stretch for most. This…

Teach Kids HOW, Not Just WHAT

Dr Scott Turansky Children often need more than firmness in order to change the tendencies of their hearts. They also need a vision for something better, in addition, a plan will help them do it. The most effective strategy for change…

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…

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…

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…