

Calm Parenting Podcast
Kirk Martin
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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com
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Aug 6, 2023 • 16min
3 Quick Ways to Help Kids at Back-to-School Time
As the new school year begins, you’re hoping the new teacher understands your child and can help him succeed, instead of relying on behavior charts that make things worse. So how can you prepare new teachers to help your child? How can you send your child to school feeling confident that this year will be different? Kirk shares a killer idea from the ADHD University program you should use every year.Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages.Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale. Set your kids up for success this year: https://celebratecalm.com/products/ Want to book a LIVE EVENT in 2022/2023?! We are now booking IN PERSON and Zoom events for schools, PTAs, churches, synagogues, corporations, and agencies! Simply email Casey@CelebrateCalm with LIVE in the subject line and he'll share a one-page proposal within hours. It's EASY! Questions? Need help deciding on the best tools for your family? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 30, 2023 • 15min
Stop Making Your Kids Eat Your Food…Or Ideas
Do you have a child that reflexively says, “No!” or “Why?” and rejects even your best, most well-intentioned suggestions? Of course you do! It’s frustrating, but Kirk shares a killer idea for getting your child to actually do what you know is best for them.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 EVENT in 2022/2023?! We are now booking IN PERSON and Zoom events for schools, PTAs, churches, synagogues, corporations, and agencies! Simply email Casey@CelebrateCalm with LIVE in the subject line and he'll share a one-page proposal within hours. It's EASY! Questions? Need help deciding on the best tools for your family? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 23, 2023 • 14min
You’re Not Yelling…Yet. But Here’s What Ticks You Off.
Learn effective strategies for handling frustration when children don't behave as expected. Discover a different approach to parenting strong-willed children. Explore strategies to transform frustrating situations with children into opportunities for connection. Learn a strategy to deal with a strong-willed and resistant child. The importance of understanding your child's perspective and turning irritating behaviors into bonding opportunities.

Jul 16, 2023 • 15min
One New Idea When a Child Lashes Out
Explore tools for calming a child who exhibits aggression, navigating conflict and validating feelings, and empowering a child through their interests to regain control. Plus, learn how asking a child to teach can build bonds and confidence.

Jul 9, 2023 • 30min
Straight Up Defiance: 7 Ways to Stop It.
Explore the challenges of dealing with defiant children and the importance of understanding their personalities beyond their behaviors. Learn strategies for handling disrespectful behavior, turning defiance into bonding opportunities, and promoting self-respect. Embrace your child's strong-willed nature and address the root causes of oppositional behavior. Discover effective ways to recognize and affirm positive behavior through casual praise.

Jul 2, 2023 • 16min
When Kids Resist & Whine—Stop Trying to Make Everything Better
When Kids Resist & Whine—Stop Trying to Make Everything BetterAre you tired of feeling like you have to “make everything better” for your child or fix your child’s attitude? Are you tired of the complaining and whining and power struggles over simple requests? Kirk gives you two action steps to stop the negativity. Our Christmas in July Sale Begins NOW! Lowest prices of the year on the Get Everything Package.Want to talk with Kirk directly and come up with a game plan for your family? Kirk will work with you individually, or together with your spouse, to get you on the same page and help with the toughest parenting situations you haven’t been able to solve. These calls are a game-changer. Click here to learn about mentoring packages.Questions? Need help deciding on the best tools for your family? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 28, 2023 • 60min
Q&A: Exhausted By Lies, Defiance, Yelling, Moody Kids?
Q&A: Exhausted By Lies, Defiance, Yelling, Moody Kids?How do you handle kids who lie and won't accept responsibility, husbands who yell, defiant kids who want to do thing their own way, kids who can't handle disappointment and whose moods control the home? In this special Q&A session, Kirk shares practical strategies for these situations and many more.Have more questions you'd like addressed in the podcast? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 25, 2023 • 20min
2 Ways to (Re)Build Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child
2 Ways to (Re)Build Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed ChildTo my shame, I didn’t like our son when he was little and nearly destroyed my relationship with him. I struggled with how to connect with him. These kids are tough and it doesn’t help that we’re all flawed from our own childhoods. No one gives you an instruction manual for raising these kids. So we put one together! Here are two concrete, powerful action steps from the No B.S. Instruction Manual to rebuild a strained relationship.Need more help? Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year.Want to work with Kirk directly? Schedule a phone consultation here: https://celebratecalm.com/call-kirk/Questions? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 23, 2023 • 45min
Kirk Answers Your Toughest Questions!
Kirk Answers Your Toughest Questions!Have a child who dominates others and family time, whines or complains, won't do homework or clean up messes, struggles with perfectionism, social skills and more? Kirk answers tough questions from parents and adds important insight into your most strong-willed child. Listen and share.Have more questions you'd like addressed in the podcast? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 18, 2023 • 24min
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind Do you have a child who comes downstairs in the morning (afternoon and evening) DEMANDING things or with a single-minded focus on doing something? You rightfully and reasonably say no to their request and it sets off a huge power struggle, meltdowns, constant arguing, throwing things and words around. How can you handle these situations without losing your mind or your relationship? Kirk shows you how.Need more help? Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year.Want to work with Kirk directly? Schedule a phone consultation here: https://celebratecalm.com/call-kirk/Questions? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.