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Calm Parenting Podcast

386 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 270 ratings

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 refreshingly practical, honest, and laugh-out-loud funny! Questions? Visit us at www.CelebrateCalm.com or email us directly at [email protected]

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Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating

June 08, 2021 14:21 - 26 minutes

Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating Kirk gives you three examples of tough, matter-of-fact discipline in the first three minutes. Then he shows you a different way to handle an overtly defiant child who says the inexcusable to you. A must listen and share. Our Father's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Father’s Day gift to yourself or...

How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This Summer

June 04, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes

How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This SummerOf course your kids became more reliant on screens during the pandemic. The question is how do we realistically begin to roll back screen use? Kirk gives you three practical strategies to try ASAP and a big idea that works 94.7% of the time. FREE SHIPPING this week when you purchase the Get Everything Package. Get Personal Mentoring with Kirk Over the Phone.Kirk will work with you individually or with you and your spouse to get you on the same ...

For Friends in California and Arizona

June 02, 2021 14:00 - 4 minutes

If you like the podcast, you will love our live events. We have a special opportunity to conduct live workshops in CA and AZ for about half the normal cost. Travel costs from the east coast are often prohibitive, BUT we are being sponsored for an event out west so we can pass along savings to you. If you think your organization (school, pre-K, church, synagogue, adoption/foster care agency, company) would be interested, simply email [email protected] with the name of your organization a...

When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your Rules

June 01, 2021 21:01 - 23 minutes

When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your RulesYour teenage daughter is mad because you won’t let her text late at night or go to a party. Your anxious son is screaming at you and refuses to go to an extracurricular. The battle lines are drawn. Kirk gives you a specific script and action steps to solve this battle. FREE SHIPPING this week when you purchase the Get Everything Package. Get Personal Mentoring with Kirk Over the Phone.Kirk will work with you individually or with you and ...

How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child

May 24, 2021 22:00 - 31 minutes

How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed ChildSo this podcast is a little raw with emotion and force. There is a lot of insight into your strong-willed child that is absolutely critical. I’ve never said this before, but I encourage you to listen twice and even take notes (or just get our newsletter because the notes are there). This has the power to stop power struggles, but even more importantly change your relationship with your strong-willed child…and how your child views himse...

How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling Fights

May 18, 2021 05:31 - 20 minutes

How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling FightsAll hell is breaking loose around you. Kids are whining, fighting, melting down. It’s so frustrating after all you’ve done to make your kids happy. Your first impulse is to fix it and stop all the chaos. But that often backfires. Kirk shows you a different way, including a great example when siblings are squabbling.  FREE SHIPPING this week when you purchase the Get Everything Package. Plus you get 67% OFF.  Get Personal Mentoring with K...

A Message For Kids: You Don't Need To Be Fixed

May 15, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes

  A Message For Kids: You Do Not Need To Be Fixed  A lot of young people feel misunderstood and judged. They go through life feeling like everyone is trying to fix them. So I recorded this short podcast to tell young people the truth:  (1) You do not need to be fixed and there is nothing wrong with your brain. (2) You have unique advantages that others don't have. You can hyperfocus on what you are curious about, and possess the initiative and strategic skills necessary to be a leader. You ha...

SPECIAL PODCAST: Mother's Day Message For My Mom

May 09, 2021 13:00 - 19 minutes

My Mom is 87 and has fought for decades through many battles. She is an amazing woman. The fight, though, appears to be fading in the twilight of her life. She can no longer read emails or cards, so I wanted to send her a tribute she can listen to over and over again. And by proxy thank all the Moms who sacrifice for their children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School

May 06, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes

How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over SchoolSo I almost sobbed throughout this podcast. How do you turn a power struggle over school work into a bonding experience? How can Moms be free from the burden, guilt, and anxiety over trying to make everyone happy?  Our Mother's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yourself or tell your ...

No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This.

May 03, 2021 21:00 - 19 minutes

No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This.What if there was one tool you could use to calm an upset child, motivate your child to behave better, and stop arguments, defiance and hitting siblings? Kirk shows you how in this enlightening, very practical podcast.  Our Mother's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yoursel...

Why Kids Resist Your Help

April 26, 2021 23:00 - 17 minutes

Why Kids Resist Your HelpYou’re trying to help your kids with school, making something, cooking, sports, a chore. And they resist you. It’s frustrating! Your tone shifts and now it’s WWIII. Kirk shares how you can change this so your kids listen to you. Our Mother's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yourself or tell your husband THIS i...

Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & Sleep

April 20, 2021 00:28 - 20 minutes

Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & SleepOur kids can be so frustrating that we try to constantly change them. But what if the solution is right there in front of you? Kirk shows you how to help your kids with sleep, school, calming down, and more by using one simple trick. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99: https://celebratecalm.c...

10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7

April 18, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes

10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7Tired of repeating things, threatening time-outs, and saying, “No!” or “Stop!” 378 times per day? Kirk shows you very specific, concrete ways to get younger kids to listen, focus, calm down when upset, stop from running away/into streets, succeed in school, and a lot more! Please share with other parents, teachers, and MOPS groups. Want more help, specifically for Kids Ages 2-7? We put together a special package for parents of Kids Ages 2-7 here: https://celebratecalm...

My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose.

April 13, 2021 04:01 - 19 minutes

My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose.Your child actively seeks to annoy you or push your buttons. And you react. It’s a vicious cycle that you have the power to stop. Kirk shows you how. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS.Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of our Big Spring Sale this week!  Big Spring Sale: Get the Calm Parenting Package for only $179 (R...

How to Set Limits & Use Tough Discipline

April 05, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes

How to Set Limits & Use Tough DisciplineBeing calm doesn't mean being soft or sweet--it means you stay in control of yourself while you discipline your kids. Kirk gives you scripts and principles to develop a game plan for discipline in your home. Top 5 Podcast of 2021. This is very important so please share. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS.Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your...

Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan

April 01, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes

Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan It seems like your kids are constantly in trouble, misbehaving, and getting consequences that don't work. So how do you get your kids to actually listen to and respect you? Kirk gives you a specific game plan to implement this week. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of ou...

Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This Week

March 29, 2021 23:00 - 15 minutes

Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This WeekHave a child who lies, won't look you in the eyes, makes up excuses, lashes out when in trouble, and/or gives up when things get tough? Kirk shows you how to change these behaviors in this powerful podcast. Please share with others. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of our Big S...

Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” Friends

March 24, 2021 15:31 - 15 minutes

BONUS PODCAST!Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” FriendsYou have a child who gets upset when he loses games, is hanging out with questionable friends, or is questioning her faith. How can you use this to your advantage? Kirk helps you see these situations in a completely different way. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99:...

3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & Contrition

March 22, 2021 19:00 - 16 minutes

3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & ContritionWant your child to listen to you, calm down when upset, and show contrition? Consequences haven’t worked, so Kirk shows you three (actually six!) creative and effective ways to change your relationship. Very powerful. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99: https://celebratecalm.com/nobs/ Want to bo...

Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your Kids

March 15, 2021 20:00 - 17 minutes

Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your KidsHow do you motivate kids ages 2-22 without crushing their spirits or causing them to shut down? How can you control your own anxiety about your child's future? Kirk shows you how to repair your relationship. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99: https://celebratecalm.com/nobs/ Want to book a L...

3 Quick Ideas for Teachers

March 14, 2021 17:46 - 16 minutes

3 Quick Ideas for TeachersHave a student who struggles with focus, impulsivity, blurting out, transitions, anxiety, and/or social skills? Kirk gives teachers three very practical ideas with scripts to use tomorrow to improve behavior while building a child's confidence. Please share this with teachers, principals, and your PTA. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm with other issues you'd like addressed in future podcasts or in Professional Development Training. We'd love to help! Learn more about your ...

Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's Feelings

March 08, 2021 14:27 - 11 minutes

Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's FeelingsHave kids who struggle with feeling frustrated, angry, or anxious? Of course! There are times when you should NOT ask your kids to “identify their emotions” or “express their feelings.” Kirk shows you a different way and provides an actual script for you to help your kids deal with their emotions. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to...

This F Word Improves Grades and Homework

March 04, 2021 03:35 - 17 minutes

This F Word Improves Grades and HomeworkDo you have a child who resists, melts down, or shuts down when doing homework or school work? Kirk gives you 10 Do's and Don'ts (and how to leverage this important F word) to improve grades and homework without the power struggles. Use these at home and in the classroom.  GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within ...

"Ugh! Another Call About School!"

March 02, 2021 03:42 - 23 minutes

"Ugh! Another Call About School!"No one really understands the challenges your kids face in school with short-term memory, processing, and getting along with kids their own age. It’s draining. Afternoon/homework meltdowns are frequent. Behavior charts and consequences don’t work. Kirk shares three positive tools to help with focus, anxiety, blurting out, and more. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together...

Why Your Kids Ask “Why?” Every Time

February 22, 2021 22:00 - 16 minutes

Why Your Kids Ask “Why?” Every TimeYou ask your child to do something. He or she responds reflexively, “Why?” And like my father, you probably react sharply and quickly. Well, what if it’s not just defiance? How do you get kids who don’t transition well to actually listen, without the fight and tears? Kirk shows you how, whether your kids are young or older. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a cus...

Stop Trying to Save Your Marriage

February 20, 2021 15:00 - 11 minutes

Stop Trying to Save Your Marriage You should stop trying to fix your marriage. This isn’t your traditional Valentine’s Day message, is it? But it may just change your family. Listen with an open mind and take up Kirk’s challenge for the next month—and see what happens. Valentine's Day Sale ENDS Monday at Midnight! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-this includes 30 hours of scripts and ideas plus the Marriage Mentoring program FREE. Get the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything...

Being Calm Doesn’t Mean Being Sweet or A Door Mat

February 15, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes

Being Calm Doesn’t Mean Being Sweet or A Door MatI don’t think you should be “sweet” to strong-willed children. It backfires and makes them feel like you’re not taking them seriously. You also shouldn’t let them walk all over you. How can you be tough and understanding, firm and compassionate? How can you get your kids to respect you without yelling, pleading, or bribing? Kirk gives you actual scripts.  Valentine's Day Sale EXTENDED One More Week! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-th...

Stop Battles Over Screens: 5 Ideas

February 10, 2021 19:26 - 15 minutes

Stop Battles Over Screens: 5 IdeasOf course you battle over video games, phones, and screens. Kirk provides 5 practical ways to reframe this issue and actually make concrete changes in your daily life. Our Valentine's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice in 2021. You can GROW UP or GROW APART.   Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click her...

When Kids Have Bad Moods

February 09, 2021 03:28 - 16 minutes

When Kids Have Bad MoodsYou walk into the room and your child is irritable, crabby, making negative comments. You naturally react and try to change or fix your child’s mood. And then it devolves into yelling, hurt feelings, separation. So how can you turn these battles into bonding moments and positive memories with the child you love (but don’t always like!)? Kirk shows you how. Our Valentine's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-this includes 30 hours of s...

The Unrelenting, Demanding Child

February 04, 2021 05:00 - 7 minutes

The Unrelenting, Demanding ChildDo you have a child who can't let things go, who won't stop trying to argue or prove his point? In this 6-minute podcast, Kirk shares one idea to turn this situation into a positive one. Try it this week and observe your child's response. Our Valentine's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice in 2021. You can GROW UP or GROW A...

WHEN To Discipline and HOW To Get On the Same Page

February 01, 2021 22:00 - 26 minutes

WHEN To Discipline and HOW To Get On the Same PageSay your child takes things from siblings, lies, or calls you names. Or all three in the same day! When exactly do you discipline? Right in the moment or later? How do you let them know they aren’t getting away with it? Listen for very practical advice! Our Valentine's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice i...

Entitled Brat? When You Should Give In.

January 27, 2021 19:55 - 21 minutes

Entitled Brat? When You Should Give In.I just want you to listen to this one all the way through. I’m trying to prevent you from ruining your relationship with your child the way I almost did with Casey. Yes, sometimes you should just give in. And I show you when.   Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99: https://celebratecalm.com/nobs/ Want...

WHEN Will My Child Finally Be Responsible?

January 26, 2021 00:14 - 11 minutes

WHEN Will My Child Finally Be Responsible? "At some point, this child must step up if he’s going to be a value-producing adult.” You’ve thought that before, right? When will the pre-K child follow directions; the elementary school student focus and learn impulse control; the older child use proper hygiene and do more than the bare minimum to get by? The more you push, the longer they take. Kirk gives you three action steps to take this week to motivate your child.Want personal mentoring with ...

An Alternative to Consequences: How to Change Behavior & Build A Closer Relationship

January 22, 2021 14:10 - 11 minutes

BONUS PODCAST!An Alternative to ConsequencesIn this short, eye-opening podcast, Kirk explains why basing your discipline on consequences will never truly work...and how you CAN change behavior while building a closer relationship with your child. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can get it here for $99: https://celebratecalm.com/nobs/ Want to book a LIVE EVEN...

Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums, “It’s Not Fair,” Unmotivated Teens

January 18, 2021 16:09 - 37 minutes

Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums, “It’s Not Fair,” Unmotivated Teens Kirk covers a lot of ground in this podcast rich with content—from tough discipline and tantrums to siblings who think it isn’t fair that Johnny gets away with things, to kids who do the bare minimum to get by. A must listen primer on the strong-willed child. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the No B.S. Program FREE with all mentoring purchases OR you can ge...

When Your Kids & Spouse Don’t Do What You Ask/Respect You

January 15, 2021 02:50 - 38 minutes

When Your Kids & Spouse Don’t Do What You Ask/Respect You Being bossy is when you tell other people what THEY are going to do. Being assertive is when you tell other people what YOU need and what YOU are going to do. Do you do everything for everyone else and feel resentful? Do you feel unworthy of people serving you? Are you afraid that your needs will be ignored, because they always have been? This is a very personal podcast with lots of depth. Practice making yourself a priority—listen to ...

Discipline In The Midst of Defiance & Meltdowns

January 12, 2021 02:07 - 21 minutes

Discipline In The Midst of Defiance & MeltdownsIn the moment when your kids are throwing things or harsh words, how do you discipline without escalating or letting kids get away with misbehavior? Kirk gives you three very practical steps and very emotional insight into your child’s heart. This works for toddlers, teens, and kids in between. Take advantage of our New Year 2021 Sale! This week only! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parentin...

Little Stuff Triggers Me: 5 Steps to Turn Fights into Calm

January 04, 2021 22:00 - 29 minutes

Little Stuff Triggers Me: 5 Steps to Turn Fights into Calm Typically, we react to our triggers. Our tone becomes irritated, kids pick up on and react to that, and this sets off a chain reaction ending in red faces, tears, and quarreling spouses. So Kirk gives you 5 specific action steps to turn the tears into smiles, the tension into relief. Our New Year 2021 Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get E...

What Now? 2 Ways to Stop Power Struggles This Week

December 28, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes

What Now? 2 Ways to Change This Week       So you’ve finally decided, “Enough is enough” and you want to change. HOW exactly do you stop the yelling, lecturing, and constant power struggles? Kirk gives you a specific game plan this week. We’re going to change one common power struggle and break one negative pattern inside. Ready to get two wins this week? Our Black Friday & Christmas Clearance Sales END on January 1st. We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything Pa...

Straight Talk for Dads

December 22, 2020 23:54 - 9 minutes

Wife Coddle Your Child? She Coddles You, Too. It's Time to Change, Men.This is NOT a feel-good Christmas podcast. Men, you don't allow kids to make excuses--but you keep blaming your family life on your kids and wife. Your kids can't control their emotions, but neither can you. And your criticism has never worked and never will. Your wife coddles your child, but she also coddles you because she knows you can't handle things. So she's desperate and alone. Your wife can't replace you as the fat...

How Can You Control Your Emotions & Stop Reacting?

December 21, 2020 20:00 - 26 minutes

How Can You Control Your Emotions & Stop Reacting? How can you control your emotions, stop reacting, and stop allowing your kids’ emotions to control your emotions? You should still FEEL every emotion, but Kirk shows you how to control the anxiety that’s fighting for your attention inside, that causes you to feel guilt, embarrassment, frustration, and fear.  We're bringing back our Black Friday Special for ONE MORE WEEK! We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything ...

Your Kids Are Different, Not Broken

December 16, 2020 19:00 - 15 minutes

Your Kids Are Different, Not BrokenWhat would happen if we spent our energy building our child's confidence instead of trying to change them to be like other kids? Kirk shares a game plan for resisting society's tendency to crush your child's spirit. You'll love the letter he would send to parents if he were a teacher. Short and powerful. Our Christmas Clearance Sale Ends This Weekend! We have special deals at www.CelebrateCalm.com Become the parent your kids need you to be. Calm. Confident. ...

Stop Being Mommy: How to Get Your Kids to Be Responsible For Themselves

December 13, 2020 13:30 - 26 minutes

Stop Being Mommy: How to Get Your Kids to Be Responsible For ThemselvesAre you exhausted trying to make your kids happy and doing everything for them? How can you get your kids to be responsible for themselves? How can you get your hubby to support you emotionally? How can you motivate your kids without turning them off? This is a great podcast so listen and share it with others! Our Christmas Clearance Sale Ends This Weekend! We have special deals at www.CelebrateCalm.com  Become the parent ...

One Quick Way to De-Escalate (Listen With Your Kids)

December 10, 2020 01:00 - 7 minutes

One Quick Way to De-EscalateMy Dad and I used to fight a lot. And it escalated quickly. Then we both had regrets. Learn one quick way to stop this negative cycle in 6 minutes. Have your kids listen to this one! Our Christmas Clearance Sale Begins NOW! We have special deals at www.CelebrateCalm.com  Become the parent your kids need you to be. Calm. Confident. Accepting. Have hundreds of answers at your fingertips for the toughest situations. Start 2021 with the confident to make these changes ...

Get Ex On Same Page? How to Discipline Step-Kids?

December 04, 2020 22:00 - 19 minutes

Get Ex On Same Page? How to Discipline Step-Kids?How can I get my ex-spouse to agree to common boundaries and expectations for our kids? Should I directly discipline my new spouse's kids? How can we get the step-kids to respect us as authority figures? Kirk tackles these tricky situations with candor, compassion, and practical insight. Please listen and share with others. Black Friday Sale Ends Monday at 11:59pm. We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything Package,...

Anxiety & Defiance: Change Your Child Overnight

November 30, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes

Anxiety & Defiance: Change Your Child OvernightDoes your child struggle with anxiety and challenge your authority? Resist your directions and get anxious about new situations? Kirk gives you simple action steps and a script to change these power struggles and overcome the anxiety…literally overnight. Black Friday Sale Extended One More Week! We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything Package, and the No B.S. Program. Our programs have never been this inexpensive. ...

Do Not Apologize For Your Kids This Thanksgiving

November 25, 2020 22:00 - 16 minutes

Do Not Apologize For Your Kids This ThanksgivingOthers will judge you for not parenting your strong-willed child the "right" way. Relatives may judge your child. Don't be defensive or apologize for your child. Kirk gives you quick, easy ways to see your child in a different way and create successes for a stress-free holiday. Black Friday Sale Ends This Weekend! We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything Package, and the No B.S. Program. Our programs have never bee...

Why Are Kids Oppositional? 2 Action Steps This Week

November 23, 2020 22:00 - 21 minutes

Why Are Kids Oppositional? 2 Action Steps This WeekWhy do our kids act bossy, cheat or quit at games, struggle with transitions and say, “That’s not fair!”? Why do they procrastinate, push buttons, fidget and do things the hard way? This is critical insight. Kirk gives you two concrete action steps this week to stop defiance and power struggles. Share with others. Black Friday Sale Ends This Weekend! We have special deals on the Calm Parenting Package, the Get Everything Package, and the No B...

2 Reasons Your Wife Doesn't Have Sex With (Or Respect) You

November 21, 2020 01:00 - 11 minutes

2 Reasons Your Wife Doesn't Have Sex With (Or Respect) You Men, this isn't really about sex. It's about respect--which is what you value most from your kids and wife. Your wife wants you to listen to this, but she may fear your reaction if she sends it to you. Thank her instead. Then listen with humility and I will show you two very easy ways to change this. The payoff? A wife who wants to have "respect" with you :) Are you ready to FINALLY make changes? This is the best time. Our Black Frida...

You’re Not the Boss of Me! How to End An Argument.

November 17, 2020 01:00 - 21 minutes

You’re Not the Boss of Me! How to End An Argument. Your child challenges your authority and is disrespectful. How can you assert your authority to end an argument while getting compliance, respect, and even a closer relationship? These conflicts are fraught with peril so this is a Top 5 Podcast of the Year—very, very insightful, practical, and emotional. Are you ready to FINALLY make changes? This is the best time. Our Black Friday Sale enables you to get our programs at highly affordable pri...