The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 665: Embrace the Flaws in Your Family | Kirk Martin, The Calm Parenting Podcast
Dec 31, 2025
Join Kirk Martin, a parenting coach and host of The Calm Parenting Podcast, as he shares practical strategies for navigating family dynamics. He explores the impact of common triggers, like messes and perceived disrespect, on parental anxiety. Kirk emphasizes that strong-willed traits can become strengths and advises on fostering connection over control to improve family relationships. Additionally, he offers tips on maintaining marital alignment amidst parenting challenges and encourages outdoor play to enhance family bonds.
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Sit With Your Triggers
- Sit in the midst of your triggers instead of immediately trying to fix them to reduce visceral reactions.
- When calm, you can problem-solve and teach instead of reacting with anxiety and resentment.
Do The Opposite To Regain Control
- Do the opposite of your habitual reaction when triggered (for example, sit when you're in a rush).
- Small deliberate choices reclaim control and lower anxiety so you respond instead of escalate.
Focus On Adult-Ready Qualities
- Make a family list of adult qualities you want to cultivate instead of obsessing over childhood checklist tasks.
- Use that list to evaluate which behaviors truly matter long-term.