Training an Oppositional Child (Bonus Episode) Dr. Scott Turansky

Don't Mom Alone Podcast

02/21/20

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During the last 10 minutes of my conversation with Dr. Turansky I asked him about how to train a child with oppositional behavior. He mentioned 7 different tools. With each tool there are several resources available through his website (https://www.biblicalparenting.org/).

Please listen to Ep 274 for the rest of the conversation.

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Training a Child's Heart :: Dr. Scott Turansky [Ep 274]

February 17, 2020

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42m

When a child disobeys, our knee-jerk reaction is typically to discipline with consequences. It’s probably how we were parented and seems like the best choice at the moment. But what if we took a different approach?

My guest Scott Turansky has some exciting, hope-filled news for us. We can look at our child’s behavior and identify a heart attitude that needs training. Changing their attitudes or internal motivations is what will drive external or behavioral change.

“I would suggest that parents move to consequences too quickly and that another approach is needed to make a lasting change in a child's heart. If we strategically focus on the heart of a child and use techniques that are more internally-focused, we can see some really significant things take place.”

Scott is an expert in parenting. He literally teaches college courses on it. He’s the director at the National Center for Biblical Parenting, the author of several books and a father of five. Scott shares a lot of wisdom and practical advice for moving our kids from a place of defiance and disobedience to an attitude of honor and selflessness.

It’s a lot to take in, but so good and full of hope. We can do this and Scott is here with resources and ideas to help us train our kids’ hearts.

Connect with Scott:

Website: biblicalparenting.org
Facebook: facebook.com/National-Center-for-Biblical-Parenting
Books: amazon.com/Scott-Turansky

Links Mentioned:

National Center for Biblica Parenting [WEBSITE]
Biblical Parenting Coaching Program [WEBSITE]
Good and Angry: Exchanging Frustration for Character in You and Your Kids! [BOOK]
Say Goodbye to Whining, Complaining, and Bad Attitudes [BOOK]
The Christian Parenting Handbook [BOOK]

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Coping Mechanisms, Recovery and Codependency :: Taylor Bashta [Ep 275]

February 24, 2020

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50m

Twelve years into her marriage, Taylor Bashta knew that something was wrong. Her husband who had always been a casual drinker had become more and more dependent on alcohol. She started Googling, “What is an alcoholic?” and wondered what she should do to intervene.

Taylor bravely takes us into her story to share what she did next and how setting firm boundaries and seeking help took both her and her husband on a journey of healing. Now, one year later, she shares what’s made the biggest impact and what they are doing to continue their healing.

“He is the only person in charge of his recovery. And I am the only person in charge of mine. We can not let each other effect that. I still live wondering what we’d do if he relapses. I think that's one of the scariest parts of recovery. AA’s big slogan is 'One Day at a Time.' So that’s what we’re focused on. Just one day at a time.”

Taylor talks about how we can support friends who may be going through this type of situation and how sharing openly can make all the difference.

“Hiding is what kills us inside. And our hiding is what invites that shame, guilt, and condemnation. When you put it out there, it's gone. You're putting away gossip, you're putting away just the pressure. When you name it, it takes the power out of it.”

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