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The Road Back: How to Rebuild Trust and Teach Integrity to Your Child

Dr Scott Turansky It’s a sinking feeling every parent knows too well—the moment you catch your child in a lie. Maybe it was a small fib about homework, a secret text message they tried to delete, or a piece of candy that “just showed…

When “That’s Not Fair!” Echoes Through Your Home: Why Fair Doesn’t Mean Equal

Dr Scott Turansky “That’s not fair!” If you’re a parent, chances are you’ve heard this protest a thousand times. It might burst out when one child gets a bigger cookie, when a sibling stays up later, or when you spend extra…

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…

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82. Activate Your Marriage: Developing Graciousness in Marriage

In this episode, Dr. Scott and Elena explore the seventh chapter of Activate Your Marriage, titled Developing Graciousness in Marriage. They discuss how extending grace, patience, and forgiveness can transform a relationship, especially during…

81. Activate Your Marriage: Thoughtfulness Part 2

In this episode, Dr. Scott and Elena dive into the sixth chapter of Activate Your Marriage, titled Thoughtfulness. They explore how small acts of kindness, consideration, and intentional care can make a big impact on a relationship, helping…