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Calm Parenting Podcast

Have a strong-willed child who doesn"t respond to consequences, argues like an attorney, and refuses to do things your way? Good! You"re in the right place. Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin has given over 1,000,000 parents and teachers around the world practical, life-changing strategies to stop power struggles, yelling, and defiance NOW. Based on work with 1,500 challenging kids (many with AD/HD, OCD, ODD, ASD, etc.) in his home, and years spent in classrooms, Kirk"s approach is

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00:21:41

When Kids Reject Your Help & Refuse To Listen to You...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/22

You try to help your kids do something they are struggling with, something they say they care about. But they won’t listen to you, even though it would be so much easier if they did! It turns into a huge fight and you’re left feeling angry and resentful. I want to give you scripts and action steps in different situations so your kids listen and change…without the anger and power struggles. This is the final week of our big Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of

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00:21:55

Do You Need To Grieve The Child (& Childhood) You...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/19

“If you would simply do what I ask you to do, you would be done in 7 minutes. But you would rather argue with me for 7 hours or days or weeks or years and lose everything you own!” That was our son! I tried to change him until I realized I was the one who needed to change. He reflected back to me my own immaturity, but also my own childhood. And that can lead to amazing healing and a deep bond with your strong-willed child. This is the final week of our big Fall Sale.

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00:07:09

Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 4: Don't Ask Your Wife to be...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/17

Because I couldn't control my own emotions, my wife had to walk on eggshells and manage my emotions for me. I put her in the position of having to be the referee between our son and me. I will show you exactly how to change this dynamic before it ruins your relationships. Take advantage of our big Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement

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00:23:31

Face to Face With An Angry, Frustrated, Anxious Child...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/15

You are going to come face to face with a child who feels angry, frustrated, anxious…and ultimately helpless. I used to feel helpless as a parent and react just like my son. Until I finally learned how to connect and diffuse these situations...and respond the way I wish my Dad had treated me. I show you exactly how with a script and action steps in this very powerful episode. Take advantage of our BIG Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every

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00:23:25

Home Life Spiraling Out of Control? 7 Ways to Change...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/12

Are you getting calls from school about your child’s behavior? Does it feel like your home is a little out of control, that you’re overwhelmed and at your wits’ end as your child spirals a bit? You’re not alone! All the pressures and stress of school and extracurriculars can be difficult to manage. How can you change the negative momentum so that you feel back in control? Kirk gives you 7 practical action steps. Want dozens of practical action steps for every situation? Take advantage of our BIG

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00:24:53

10 Ways to Internally Motivate Confident Kids &...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/08

How do you internally motivate kids who don't care about school or good behavior? You can't let them just fail or play video games all day--so what should you focus on? How can you build your child's confidence and prepare them for life success? Kirk gives you 10 practical steps and scripts to use. Want more tools to build your child's confidence and motivate your kids? Our BIG Fall Sale continues this week at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any

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00:21:50

School Is Not That Important (& What IS Important) #524

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/05

Some of you have kids who have never liked school and never will. Does this mean they are doomed? Absolutely not. My goal is to prevent you from spending 18 years on needless worry, pressure, lectures, and power struggles over school. Your kids will choose the harder path and that is part of the process. Learn how to prepare your kids for success without ruining your relationship or destroying their confidence. Our BIG Fall Sale continues this week at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and includes

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00:07:57

Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 3: Discipline Without Drama

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Your kids and wife won't respect you if you give consequences you can't actually enforce. Learn a different way to handle tough discipline without yelling or drama. Bonus tip? I show you how to teach kids impulse control and delayed gratification on screens.COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box

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00:20:39

Son Blurts Out, Dad Feels Left Out, Mom Feels Caught...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/10/01

You have a strong-willed child who triggers you by talking back, blurting out, dawdling, having a messy room, doing things the hard way. Moms and Dads have different triggers. Sometimes Dads feel shut out and Moms feel caught in the middle as the referee. Kirk shares three ways to handle your triggers, get on the same page, AND help kids who blurt out in class. Plus we share a brand new idea that WILL change your family quickly! Our BIG Fall Sale begins today at https://celebratecalm.com/products/

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00:23:54

A Different Way to Use Consequences (From Toddlers to...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/28

What should the consequence be for being disrespectful to a parent or teacher, not listening to you, not getting ready for bed on time, being mean to a sibling, coming home late, creating a mess, swearing, throwing a tantrum, speeding, or not doing what you ask? Kirk gives you scripts and some unique twists on traditional consequences that actually work! If you want more practical scripts and action steps, take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Our

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00:24:29

How to De-Escalate & Discipline Defiant Behavior #521

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/24

Your child is yelling and even saying hurtful things, maybe picking on siblings. Your natural response is to become resentful and angry—you bend over backwards for this challenging child and now they treat you like this? How can you de-escalate these situations in the moment so they don’t become full blown family meltdowns? What is the appropriate discipline for defiant behavior. I give you actual scripts and action steps to take in this very personal, practical episode. If you want more practical

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00:21:58

When & Where To Draw The Line With Your Kids (Let the...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/21

Do you ever feel like you are constantly explaining your child’s quirks or justifying your decisions to others? When do you insist that your kids get with the program and when do you accommodate their anxiety or preferences? Do you ever feel like you’re giving in while others claim tough consequences would work? How do you navigate highly charged situations without ruffling your family’s feathers? This is an especially insightful, emotional episode with powerful lessons so please share this one

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00:21:32

3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Your kids are going to do things that are annoying, irritating, and sometimes just wrong. You will be justified in getting angry and correcting them. But I want you to turn what usually separates you from your child…into a bonding opportunity to draw you closer. I want you to deal with your own triggers and control yourself…because that will change their behavior more quickly. Take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get 35 hours of strategies to stop the

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00:23:15

ADHD Neurodivergent Kids & Adults: 10 Ways to Improve...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/14

Do you have a child who would rather argue for 2 hours over homework rather than complete it in 30 minutes?! Those of us with ADHD or neurodivergent brains learn in different ways, but schools usually only teach one way…leaving us feeling inferior and frustrated. That leads to unnecessary stress and fights over homework. I want to share odd, but effective ways to improve focus and executive function using the brain’s natural super powers. Let your kids listen to this episode so they know how THEIR

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00:07:51

Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 2: Disrespect & Backtalk

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/12

How do you handle a child who talks back to you disrespectfully? How can you discipline without using fear and intimidation...or without being weak and permissive? Kirk gives you a script and action steps that work.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:26:46

Stop Fights Over Screens For Toddlers Through Teens #517

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/10

This is NOT a fear-based lecture to make parents feel guilty about screen usage! I want to give you practical scripts, guidelines, and an action plan for kids of all ages. How can you get kids off phones, video games, the iPad, YouTube, and social media without the fights? How can you teach kids to use screens responsibly? Let your kids listen and use this as a discussion starter. Go through the "Control Screens" Program included in our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/

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00:22:53

Kids Who Procrastinate, Touch the Hot Stove, Resist...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/07

Do you have a child who resists doing things your way, chooses the harder path, and sometimes touches the hot stove? What about a child who procrastinates on an important project or with chores? Does it irritate you that they won’t do it your way since that would be easier? Of course! Kirk shows you 10 specific ways to stop the constant fights and get your kids to be responsible for their meals, school work, and chores. This is the final week of our our Back-to-School Sale

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00:25:15

Catch Your Child Stealing, Sneaking Screens,...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/03

What should you do if your child sneaks food or screens late at night? If a child has stolen your credit card for online purchases? How do you approach your teen or tween when you discover beer cans under their bed, a vaping pen in their backpack, or porn on their phone? What consequences will actually work? Kirk gives you specific scripts and a step-by-step process to prevent this from happening again. Want more ideas like this? Listen to the Discipline That Works Program included in our

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00:07:51

Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 1

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/09/01

Do you have a child not living up to expectations? Do you feel like you're not being a good father if you're not correcting your kids? You can see very clearly what they need to be successful, but they aren't listening to you! Instead of getting frustrated or doubling down, learn one action to STOP doing and one to START doing that will make an immediate difference. All in less than 10 minutes! Want more help? Take advantage of our Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/

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00:25:23

When Kids Boss Siblings, Melt Down Over Losing, Prove...

Calm Parenting Podcast ·

2025/08/30

Do you have a child who is bossy, melts down over changes in plans or when little things go wrong? Acts like a sore loser when playing games? Collects little stones and acorns in their pant pockets? Wears the same clothes and eats the same foods? Likes to say, “That’s not fair!” and won’t stop following you until they prove their point? Has difficulty with executive function and following directions? Struggles with anxiety over new experiences? Good. Kirk explains why all of these behaviors have the

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