Calm Parenting Podcast Home Life Spiraling Out of Control? 7 Ways to Change Daily Battles ASAP #526
Oct 12, 2025
Feeling overwhelmed by your child's behavior? You're not alone! Discover practical steps to regain control at home. Learn how to slow down your family's pace and focus on raising responsible adults rather than perfect kids. Rebuild trust through connection and assume the best about your child's intentions. Equip them with tools for success and use specific praise to motivate. Commit to a few changes this week to transform daily battles into positive experiences!
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Early School-Year Struggles
- Kirk recounts getting frequent calls and emails about his son Casey's behavior early in the school year.
- He uses the story to normalize parental overwhelm and promise change is possible.
Reset Yourself First
- Reset your nervous system first by taking a literal deep breath and adopting a longer-term perspective.
- Be willing to accept your child being upset while you calmly do what’s best for them.
Slow The Pace And Simplify
- Slow down your schedule and purposefully cut activities that overfill your family's calendar.
- Create downtime and predictable routines like simple posted house rules and weekly traditions.