Calm Parenting Podcast

Why does losing a game trigger a massive meltdown? The same reason your kids boss siblings, obsess over fairness and have to prove their point, wear the same clothes and eat the same foods, struggle with changes in plans…and even collect acorns in their pockets. The good news is these behaviors all have the same root cause…and similar solutions! Kirk provides a practical cheat sheet to stop the constant drama…and help your child be more flexible. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with parents and in-laws so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm…

Your primary responsibility is to the family you created, not the family you came from. But standing your ground can feel scary with an intimidating, critical, or manipulative parent. If you’ve spent your whole life staying quiet, this episode is for you. You will have exact, word-for-word scripts to help you confidently set healthy boundaries and earn the respect you deserve. Plus, we’ll show grandparents specific ways to connect with your strong-willed child instead of criticizing them. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with parents and in-laws so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your…

\"Your boots are dumb and I don’t even like them!\" \"My friend’s Mom buys her better things.\" Ouch. Is this really what you envisioned when you decided to have kids? Whether your child is throwing hurtful insults, refusing dinner, smashing toys, or melting down over sensory issues, it\'s easy to feel unappreciated and exhausted. I give you specific scripts to turn ugly encounters into bonding moments without the drama. Your kids CAN be responsible for themselves—let’s learn how! P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with teachers and other caregivers so they know exactly how to help your strong-willed child! Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) if you have questions or need financial help with our Calm Parenting Bundle. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an…

Our kids often see your boundaries and consequences as a challenge to overcome, not as something to avoid! They won’t give in…and neither should you. But this can lead to never-ending power struggles. I want to show you a much better path to get your kids to actually take responsibility for their actions. Without the drama or exhausting tug-of-war over even easy requests. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with teachers and other caregivers so they know exactly how to help your strong-willed child! Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) if you have questions or need financial help with our Calm Parenting Bundle. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL…

Morning grumbling. After-school complaints. Grocery store meltdowns over cookies. Sibling fights while you’re trying to cook dinner, all while your spouse gets increasingly stressed by a picky eater... and you haven’t even gotten to tears over homework, bath, or bedtime yet! If your days feel like a 24/7 non-stop war of attrition, then use these 5 concrete scripts so you know exactly what to do when—not if—the next meltdown happens. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with teachers and other caregivers so they know exactly how to help your strong-willed child! Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) if you have questions or need financial help with our Calm Parenting Bundle. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm…

Do you have a child who pushes your buttons, avoids hard tasks, and always asks \"Why?\" instead of just doing what you ask? It’s exhausting! It\'s easy to label them as lazy or rude—but there’s a better way to look at it. Listen to this episode if you want to stop losing battles and reframe your child’s irritating traits to motivate, connect and build their confidence. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Share the programs with your child\'s teachers. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) if you have questions or need financial help with our Calm Parenting Bundle.** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you…

What is it like to grow up as an intense, strong-willed child—and how does that intensity follow you into adulthood and marriage? In this special Q&A episode with my son, Casey reveals what he’d tell his 8-year-old self and what “Don’t assume my intensity means I’m not happy” means. The unscripted moments are gold: when you had bad moments, were you internalizing anger at me for being overbearing or just thinking you were a bad kid who didn’t fit in? I think you will find his raw, honest insight very helpful. P.S. LET YOUR KIDS LISTEN to the Calm Parenting Bundle. Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Share the programs with your child\'s teachers. Casey can recommend specific programs for them. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) with questions or financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make…

What works with most kids backfires with our kids! So how can we discipline without being authoritarian or permissive? How can we go beyond consequences that don\'t work to actually change behavior while building trust? What are appropriate expectations of your child and yourself? I simplify discipline by giving you three practical action steps and scripts that work with kids of all ages. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Share the programs with your child\'s teachers.** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

In this special episode, I address these specific issues from parents of adopted kids: Our son will attach himself to anyone who gives him positive or negative attention. Our daughter always wants to be attached to only me and won’t separate. Our child has a \"love bucket\" with a giant hole in the bottom. Our kids never seem full, even with so much constant attention and love. It seems like she is unhappy and can\'t see the \"good\" in the day if ONE thing doesn\'t go her way. Ours was exposed to drugs, will not sleep, and becomes destructive. I want to give you practical strategies and hope. Please share this with support groups and other adoptive parents who need both encouragement and practical tools to help the kids they love so much. PS: This is the final week of our Christmas in July Sale. Get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY…

There is nothing worse than the pit in your stomach when you see the school\'s number on your phone. If your child struggles with following directions, transitions, impulse control, blurting out, or acting silly in class, it\'s easy to feel helpless. In this episode, I provide concrete strategies and exact scripts to hand your child\'s teacher before the drama starts. So teachers know how to help your child instead of punishing your child or sending home constant notes. P.S. You can share our proven school programs included in the extended Christmas In July Sale directly with your child’s teachers—so you can begin the school year on the same page. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-christmas/ to take advantage of the lowest prices of the summer. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) with questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm…

You know those morning meltdowns and battles are coming! What specific words and actions work when you have a child who struggles with separation anxiety, doesn’t like and refuses to go to school, and becomes rigidly defiant? You’ll quickly learn 5 practical, action-oriented steps that work for both parents at home and teachers in the classroom. P.S. You can share our proven school programs included in the extended Christmas In July Sale directly with your child’s teachers—so you can begin the school year on the same page. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-christmas/ to take advantage of the lowest prices of the summer. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com (mailto:Casey@CelebrateCalm.com) with questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK…

Parents often believe if you adopt a child from birth and provide a loving home, that will mitigate most issues. It doesn’t usually work that way. There is no judgment here. Just the reality that trauma triggers different issues. That can manifest in kids with an insatiable craving for intensity, sensory pressure, connection, food, and things. I do not want you feeling guilty or alone. In the first of two episodes, I set realistic expectations and begin answering tough questions from parents with practical strategies. Please share this with support groups and other adoptive parents who need both encouragement and practical tools to help the kids they love so much. PS: This is the final week of our Christmas in July Sale. Get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM…

This is the day I realized I was so consumed with how my son’s attitude made me feel, that I wasn’t actually helping him. I needed him to behave... so I could behave. In this episode, I provide a step-by-step guide for navigating those combustible situations you face daily—including the two phrases that work 99% of the time to de-escalate and allow you to teach instead of punish. PS: This is the final week of our Christmas in July Sale. Get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

Ever find yourself locked in a screaming match with your strong-willed child and suddenly realize, \"Wait... I’m arguing with a five-year-old?\" Whether you\'re dealing with a tantrumy toddler, a 10-year-old who makes everything a battle, or an unmotivated teenager who has shut down, Kirk shares powerful, real-world examples that will show you exactly how to de-escalate the tension and motivate your child ASAP. PS: This is the final week of our Christmas in July Sale. Get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to…

What do you do when your child defies you at every turn, refuses to let go of clutter, or prefers their grandmother over you? In this jam-packed episode, Kirk tackles some of the toughest, most sensitive questions parents face. From unpacking the controversial \"ODD\" diagnosis to navigating step-parent boundaries and dealing with anxious, non-compliant tweens, this unfiltered Q&A episode is a deep dive into the messy, complicated realities of modern parenting. If you\'re tired of textbook advice that doesn\'t work in the real world, this one is for you. PS: Take advantage of our Christmas in July Sale and get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast…

I want to give you options so you don’t have to choose between being a tyrant and a pushover in daily life. How can you use the tough approach without feeling guilty? When do you give kids some leeway without creating an entitled child? How can you help a child not get taken advantage of by a sibling? How can you get kids to listen and do chores (and make S’mores in a creative way!) without endless consequences? I give you scripts and five options that work! PS: Take advantage of our Christmas in July Sale and get the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more and to change your family. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at…

Usually there’s a provoking child and the more compliant one who gets picked on and has a hard time speaking up. How can you get your strong-willed child to stop provoking siblings? How can you teach your compliant child to speak up and be confident? How can you use sibling fights as an opportunity to teach your kids life skills that you and I struggle with as adults? You get actual scripts and specific action steps. PS: We are kicking off our Christmas in July Sale with the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK)…

It’s easy to lock horns with a demanding, strong-willed child who barges into a room and declares what they are going to do…without asking your permission! Does your child ever delay bedtime because they just HAVE TO complete a project, even though it’s way past bedtime? How do you avoid escalating power struggles without giving in? How can you get these kids who won’t follow simple directions to actually be MORE responsible? Listen and discover several scripts and options for the toughest situations. PS: We are kicking off our Christmas in July Sale with the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off…

Do you have children who struggle to connect with kids their own age, miss social cues or act silly in class? Who dominate conversations, get bossy during play dates or with siblings, become possessive of a friend? Do you have a child who gets anxious about going to school or summer camp? Kirk explains why your kids struggle and you receive very practical strategies and scripts to help your kids. PS: We are kicking off our Christmas in July Sale with the lowest prices of the year NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to learn more. Email casey@celebratecalm.com (mailto:casey@celebratecalm.com) with any questions. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to…

Do you have a child who resists what you want first, refuses to do chores or anything the easy way, and insists on touching that hot stove? Who is not immediately obedient, doesn’t respond to consequences, appears self-centered, won’t show math work, does the bare minimum to get by, won’t push through when things get hard? Good! I want to show you how to work with these traits instead of fighting them all the time. So you can actually enjoy your kids and your family life. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an…

What other parents take for granted can be a huge struggle for your child—and for you. Because you are likely that exhausted caregiver just trying to get through the day. Listen now. You get specific action steps and the process we use to address tough issues like potty training, hygiene, eating, and more. I think you’ll find this case study practical and insightful. **To get this kind of personal mentoring for your specific challenges, go through the PDA Parent Program at https://celebratecalm.com/pda/ ** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free…

I am going to hit a lot of hot buttons in this episode with scripts and action steps. What exactly do you say when kids are bored or complain? How can you get grandparents and relatives to be constructive instead of judgmental because your child doesn’t behave “the right way”? How can you enjoy vacation without trying to make everyone else happy…while you are miserable? Let your relatives listen to this one! **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK…

Our kids often feel very misunderstood, lonely, and like there is something wrong with them. We obviously don\'t want that and there\'s no real instruction manual for these kids. This episode will give you rare insight into how to help your kids feel confident and good about themselves. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40%…

Your kids have super powers other kids don’t have. They also have real weaknesses and struggles. We don’t want them to feel overwhelmed or less than. Instead, let’s give our kids practical tools to overcome their struggles with confidence. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in…

Your kids have brains that work differently. Some have a specific diagnosis. How can you teach your kids about their nature in a positive, constructive way without shame, negativity, or singling them out? I give you scripts so your child can feel confident about themselves and their future, even if they struggle in school. Please share this. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

Before I was the Calm Guy, I was the Triggered Dad! My default mode was, “My strong-willed son is doing things on purpose to irritate me and I need to correct him for that.” But then I learned how to turn those irritating behaviors and power struggles into opportunities to teach and bond. I give you 10 practical action steps and scripts. Use our first ever Coupon Code DAD to get an additional 25% OFF our Summer Sale special on the Calm Parenting Bundle—guaranteed to bring peace to your home—at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your…

Meltdowns are going to happen and you need a quick-fix guide. This episode is it! What specific action steps de-escalate even the toughest meltdowns? What should you NEVER do when intense kids are upset? And how can you help kids who crave or avoid sensory pressure? Share this short, jam-packed episode with your spouse. Use our first ever Coupon Code DAD to get an additional 25% OFF our Summer Sale special on the Calm Parenting Bundle—guaranteed to bring peace to your home—at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a…

You\'re not alone and you shouldn\'t feel guilty if you\'ve had this thought. Our kids often don\'t listen, \"make bad choices,\" and do embarrassing things in public. I want to show you, through a very powerful and vivid story, how to turn common battles into opportunities to change behavior and build a closer relationship so your child doesn\'t internalize being the \"bad kid.\" **Use the code: CALM75 for $75 OFF of the Calm Parenting Bundle. This week only. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to…

I have told this story before, but today a new flood of emotions came out as I realized this story with my own son…mirrored my experience with my own Dad. Walk step-by-step with me through the ups and downs of discipline, self-doubt, guilt, and ultimately connection with an outwardly defiant strong-willed child. Please share this one. It\'s very powerful. **Use the code: CALM75 for $75 OFF of the Calm Parenting Bundle. This week only. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

You Say No, Your Child Gets Upset. Is There Something Different You Could Do? If your child gets really upset, does that mean you did something wrong or that you should have done something differently? Does that mean you’re a bad parent or that there is something wrong with your child? How can you lead your child through uncomfortable situations with confidence…even when they are angry at you? Get personal mentoring with me through the PDA Parent Program at https://celebratecalm.com/pda. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box…

Have you ever felt that resentful, indignant anger surge through you when your child exhibits attitude…especially after all you do for them? Like it would feel satisfying to react? I have! I want to show you 12 different ways to help change your child’s behavior…so they take responsibility…without creating more power struggles. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

Do you have a child who fights you and gets upset about going to new activities? Who is already threatening not to go to that expensive camp you paid for? Who is nervous about family vacation or an upcoming move? I give you three very specific scripts and actions steps to help overcome the anxiety, stop the power struggles, and bond with your child through these big emotions. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT…

So how do your strong-willed kids and kids with PDA react when you try to correct them or talk to them about their behavior? My guess is they hate this! Even if you do it in a really sweet way, your child gets furious and lashes out or screams or even covers his or her ears. Does your child blame others and refuse to listen? Good, because that\'s very normal with our kids. So I want to give you 10 different options that work…without triggering meltdowns or fights! **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Listen to the programs over the summer while there\'s no school pressure.** COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father\'s Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL…

Does it ever appear that your child is not living up to their potential or your expectations? Are you worried that your child will fall behind or not be successful? Of course. But pushing them only causes kids to resist more. So I want to show you 7 ways to motivate your kids and break the negative cycle. * Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is…

Sometimes the stress of the school year can strip your kids of their confidence and create conflict even with siblings. I give you 6 easy and effective ways to rebuild your child\'s confidence, reconnect as a family, and help with screen dependence. ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by…

How do you motivate kids to do tasks without reminding them 18 times...or do uncomfortable things without arguing every single day? What should you do when a child defies you, disregards your instructions, doesn\'t do school work or go to sports practice? Should you force your teenager to go on family vacation? Kirk gives you creative answers to all these questions that you may not have thought of..or even agree with. Try them anyway! ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. This is the final week of our Mother\'s Day Sale. Download your roadmap to peace today at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

Whether your “hard to parent” child is 2, 12, or 22, they will complain that you are being too controlling and yell, “Stop treating me like a child!” And inside you’ll be thinking, “Well, stop acting like one!” Let me give you 10 ready-to-use scripts and tips to get toddlers, teens, and everyone in between to be more responsible for their own behavior…so they stop fighting you! ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. This is the final week of our Mother\'s Day Sale. Download your roadmap to peace today at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box…

When \"No\" turns into a nuclear meltdown and \"I’m sorry\" turns into \"I’m a bad kid,\" you aren\'t dealing with a tantrum—you’re dealing with a child who feels helpless, has internalized shame, and then goes scorched earth. If you\'re tired of threatening consequences that don\'t work and using a \"calm\" voice that makes them angrier, this is a must listen. You’ll get the exact 5-step de-escalation roadmap and a creative script that help you and your child feel in control again. Please share this one. ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK)…

You are constantly taking the emotional temperature of the home, forced to be the referee between siblings, between your spouse and strong-willed child. You get accused of coddling your child when you\'re really coddling the judgmental grown-ups judging you. You are courageously breaking generational patterns. I am so incredibly proud of you! I hope this episode helps you relax into this fact: you don\'t have to do anything else to be a great Mom. ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm…

How should you handle a child who resorts to negative self-talk when things don’t go well? What about a teen or tween daughter who isn’t living up to your expectations? Do you have a child who has become physically aggressive, especially after a new baby was born? What consequence should you give for your child bullying or being mean to another child? And how do you handle those annoying times when your kids interrupt you while on the phone or talking to a spouse? I answer tough questions Moms ask! ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK)…

Are you tired of constantly negotiating with a junior attorney who procrastinates, whines and complains, talks disrespectfully, won\'t clean up messes, fights bedtime and siblings, throws big tantrums? Maybe every day?! You\'re not alone! I give you exact scripts to stop being triggered...and stop the power struggles so you can enjoy your kids again. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ ** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box…

No more tension at dinner and escalating at bedtime. No more putting Moms in the position of being referee, constantly taking the temperature of the home, and managing everyone’s emotions. I give you very simple, concrete ways to handle disagreements and de-escalate. Ask your husband to listen to this one as a pre-Mother’s Day gift to you! **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK (https://ixl.com/KIRK) HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.…

I want to explain why you want a child like this…so you can accept your child as they are…and help them move more quickly without the power struggles and defiance. I give you 5 concrete action steps and scripts to use next time they have to transition or plans change. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ ** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH Visit https://equip.health/calm to get a free consultation with Equip.…

Do you have a child who sometimes feels like the “bad kid” and has even internalized, “I’m dumb” or “No one likes me?” That internal dialogue can sabotage your child’s success and relationships for a lifetime. In this episode, I give parents and teachers specific scripts that will change that NOW and build your child’s confidence. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ ** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH Visit…

What do you do when even a toddler is ruling your home? How do you handle a moody teenage daughter without getting into 10 fights a day? What do you do when your kids are constantly fighting and you feel like a failure? What do you tell your child who doesn’t get along with a teacher? How can you help kids who have a hard time making friends? Do adopted kids have unique struggles? What about that child who has a hard time hearing, “No” and will get angry and call you names? I give you scripts and action steps to help ASAP! **Make tomorrow different than the chaos, guilt, and power struggles today—get the roadmap to change your family ASAP and get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first…

Normal parenting strategies don\'t work with strong-willed kids, no matter how much your family judges you. You can do everything “right” with these kids and things can still go wrong! Whether you have toddlers or teens or in between or even adopted kids, I think you will find this episode extremely helpful and practical. **Make tomorrow different than the chaos, guilt, and power struggles today—get the roadmap to change your family ASAP and get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH Visit…

If you misunderstand your child’s motives and need for autonomy, it will provoke fierce defiance, pain, and pushback. I want to show you exactly how to help kids who don’t always want to be helped; help siblings who may not understand why you give your child accommodations; and help a spouse who is reluctant and thinks you’re just letting your child get away with things. Get personal mentoring with me through the PDA Parent Program at https://celebratecalm.com/pda/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH Visit https://equip.health/calm to get a free consultation with Equip.…

You have an intense, strong-willed child who is frustrating because they are either the complete opposite of you…or just like you, which means they mirror things you want to change about yourself. Do you get triggered when your child says, “Whatever”? Do you take your child’s unhappiness as ingratitude or a reflection of your parenting? You’re not alone! I want to give 10 strategies to stop the power struggles and drama so you can bond with this child. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box…

Do you have a child who procrastinates, argues like an attorney, picks on siblings, resists doing homework, chews on things, and/or chooses the harder path? A child who talks loudly, provokes and pushes buttons, has to get the last word in, gets bored easily? Of course you do! In this episode, I give you practical action steps to stop the power struggles and turn these into positive qualities. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH…

You have a sensitive child who is moody, mad, and mercurial…and somehow blames you for being disrespectful and losing their privileges. Staying calm feels like walking on eggshells, but you also don’t want to react and escalate. I give you five specific action steps and a script to stop this vicious cycle. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com (https://cozyearth.com/) and use my code CALM for up to 20% off. CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm (https://hungryroot.com/Calm) and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. EQUIP.HEALTH Visit https://equip.health/calm to get a free consultation with Equip. WAYFAIR Way Day is…