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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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  • Wednesday · 24 min

    "You Can’t Make Me!" 5 Scripts When Kids Choose Harsh Consequences Over Cooperation & Reflexively Say No #652

    If your child's default reaction to simple requests is immediate pushback, even if that results in a harsh consequence—or if they're actively rejecting your family’s values around food, faith, and daily routines—I promise it’s not usually defiance. And if you don’t understand WHY they ask WHY, you’ll get stuck in endless negotiations and power struggles. In this episode, you’ll learn five scripts and simple action steps to move from constant conflict to cooperation. P.S. If you have one of these kids, you need our Black Friday Sale! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to stop the power struggles NOW. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth's biggest sale of the year is on NOW and ends December 3rd. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 35% off home and sleepwear. HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR When refreshing your home this holiday season, Wayfair delivers exactly what you need. Head to https://Wayfair.com to shop all things home. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • Sunday · 21 min

    The 2-Step Discipline Reset That Stops Kids From Lying & You From Reacting #651

    We are kicking off our Black Friday Sale with a game-changing idea you can practice tonight! Your child messes up—again. When an upset parent or teacher calls to report the latest incident, your child lies right to your face. You would feel justified lecturing and grounding your child—but what if that reaction is secretly training them to become a better liar? I want to show you a very simple, powerful discipline reset that rewires your kids’ brains so they take responsibility for their actions…without the shame. P.S. Change your family ASAP with our Black Friday Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/. Let your kids and grandparents listen. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth's biggest sale of the year is on NOW and ends December 3rd. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 35% off home and sleepwear. HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR When refreshing your home this holiday season, Wayfair delivers exactly what you need. Head to https://Wayfair.com to shop all things home. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 30 · 26 min

    You’ll Hate Me For Saying This: You Must Ignore Your Child’s Initial Bluster! #650

    "This is dumb." "You can't make me." "I'm not doing that!" When your strong-willed child spits out immediate pushback, your natural instinct is to correct their attitude and nip the disrespect in the bud. But reacting to that first emotional reaction is the reason families get stuck in endless power struggles. I want to show you a counter-intuitive strategy that works much better—complete with real-world examples for kids of all ages. Casey gave me initial bluster for saying we’re starting the Black Friday Sale today—but he created the special web page for it below anyway. And yeah, feel free to call me dumb for this—I will ignore your bluster! P.S. Our Black Friday Sale begins today at https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/. Let your kids and grandparents listen to the Calm Parenting Bundle. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 28 · 22 min

    How to Pick Your Battles & Parent With Flexibility, Not Force #649

    It’s so hard raising a strong-willed child! Traditional parenting truths like being consistent don’t work with this child. You’re clear with expectations, your child pushes back, and you’re left wondering, “Do I double down right now, or do I let this go?” Then you’ll second guess yourself or be judged. I want to show you how to confidently choose when to be wise, not just “right” in everyday power struggles. P.S. Want to know exactly what to do in the toughest situations? Get the Calm Parenting Bundle now via In-App Streaming & Instant Download. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 25 · 21 min

    When Kids Reject Your Help & Refuse To Listen to You #648

    Your child is visibly struggling with something they care about. You step in to help make it easier, and instead of saying "thank you," they explode. Suddenly, you're locked in a massive fight—feeling angry, unappreciated, and deeply resentful. Listen and walk away with exact scripts and real-life action steps to get your kids to actually listen and change—without the usual anger and power struggles. P.S. Want to have dozens of scripts like this for every tough situation? Get the Calm Parenting Bundle now via In-App Streaming & Instant Download. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 21 · 23 min

    Script When An Angry, Frustrated, Anxious Child Is In Your Face & Feels Helpless #647

    Do you ever feel helpless when your child is melting down? Of course. Your child likely feels helpless as well. In this very personal and powerful episode, I give you the exact script I used to diffuse these situations…and respond the way I wish my parents had treated me. P.S. Want to have dozens of scripts like this for every tough situation? Get the Calm Parenting Bundle now via In-App Streaming & Instant Download. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 19 · 31 min

    Get Help For Your Child At School: Listen to Zero Reject From Understood.org

    Getting your child the support they need at school shouldn’t feel like a fight. But for millions of families, it does. In Zero Reject, an investigative podcast from Understood.org, award-winning journalist Anya Kamenetz looks at how changing federal policies are reshaping special education — and what’s at stake for families trying to access the support their children are legally entitled to. I encourage you to listen to this special episode to learn how to advocate more effectively for your child. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 18 · 21 min

    Do This When There Are Power Struggles Over EVERYTHING & Kids Choose A Harsher Consequence #646

    “If you would simply do what I ask you to do, you would be done in 7 minutes. But you would rather argue with me for 7 hours or days or weeks or years and lose everything you own!” That was our son! I tried to change him until I realized I was the one who needed to change. Tune in to this very personal episode to learn how to break the cycle of endless arguments, drop the power struggles, and finally build the deep bond you desire with your own strong-willed child. P.S. Want to stop those power struggles overnight? Get the Calm Parenting Bundle now via In-App Streaming & Instant Download. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 16 · 23 min

    7 Quick Ideas To Reset, Change Negative Momentum & Get Your Kids Back on Track #645

    If you feel overwhelmed with the stress and demands of school, extracurriculars, and a challenging child, you are not alone. So let’s make 7 stress-free shifts to calm the chaos, build positive momentum, and start feeling in control again starting tonight! P.S. Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now to make changes ASAP and save with our Fall Sale! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 14 · 22 min

    10 Ways to Get Kids to Care About School & Spark Internal Motivation #644

    You have tried everything to get your kids to care about school—and nothing has worked. These are kids who cannot be externally motivated. How can you internally motivate strong-willed kids to care about school? How can you build their confidence so they have the capacity to push through and do difficult things in school? You will learn 10 actionable strategies and scripts you can implement today! P.S. Share the programs with teachers so they know how to motivate your child in class. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 11 · 23 min

    DO NOT Fight, Stress, and Destroy Your Child’s Confidence Over This #643

    I have watched countless families ripped apart, spending 18 years fighting with their kids over something that doesn’t matter. It destroys both your child’s confidence and your relationship…so neither you nor your child enjoy their childhood. With zero upside. It’s an exhausting cycle you will regret and I don’t want you to waste another day trapped in it. Please share this important episode with other parents. P.S. Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now to make changes ASAP and save with our Fall Sale! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth almost never does 30% off, and they’re doing it right now through October 11th. Go to https://cozyearth.com, use code CALM, and get 30% off home and sleepwear from October 5th through 11th. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 7 · 21 min

    The Secret to A More Adaptable, Flexible, Resilient Child #642

    Do you have a child who struggles when plans change, who becomes rigid and digs in, or who completely melts down and can’t recover? I want to show you how to teach kids of all ages to be resilient emotionally, control their own moods, and be responsible for their school work…without you hovering or enabling them. Discover scripts to build a more capable, flexible, resilient child. P.S. Finally…learn how to control yourself! Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now and save with our Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/fall-sale/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth almost never does 30% off, and they’re doing it right now through October 11th. Go to https://cozyearth.com, use code CALM, and get 30% off home and sleepwear from October 5th through 11th. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 4 · 23 min

    How To Use Strategic Silence: You Talk Less, Your Kids Listen More. #641

    Want your kids to exhibit self-control and actually be responsible for their own emotions? Then you must learn the power of strategic silence. Whether you’re dealing with a toddler throwing a tantrum or a teenager furious about phone boundaries, this episode is a masterclass in strategic silence. Learn the exact moments to back off so your child can finally learn to control their own emotions and behavior. P.S. Finally…learn how to control yourself! Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now and save with our Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/fall-sale/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth almost never does 30% off, and they’re doing it right now through October 11th. Go to https://cozyearth.com, use code CALM, and get 30% off home and sleepwear from October 5th through 11th. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. ETHOS Take 10 minutes to get covered today, with life insurance through Ethos. Get your free quote at https://www.ethos.com/CALM/. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • October 2 · 25 min

    How to Change Situations Quickly: Toddler Screaming, Teen Refusing, Child Losing It At Bedtime. #640

    Your kids ARE going to misbehave, not listen, refuse to help, scream when you say no, have meltdown at the worst times like bedtime. They may not live up to their potential so you’ll naturally be anxious about their future. So how can you slow your world down in that pivotal moment and lead your child to calm rather than escalating common situations? I show you real life examples in this practical episode. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or financial assistance. P.S. Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now, get on the same page, and save with our Fall Sale! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/fall-sale/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 30 · 20 min

    A Back-Talking Kid, A Dad Who Feels Disrespected & A Mom Caught In The Crossfire. BIG NEW IDEA! #639

    You have a strong-willed child who triggers you by talking back, blurting out, dawdling, having a messy room, doing things the hard way. Moms and Dads have different triggers. You will learn three ways to handle your triggers, get on the same page, and help impulsive kids. Plus we debut a BIG IDEA that will change your family quickly! P.S. Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now, get on the same page, and save with our Fall Sale! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/fall-sale/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 27 · 23 min

    Messy Bedrooms, Messy Behavior: Get Kids to Be Responsible For Their Rooms & Relationships #638

    You want your kids to clean up their rooms. You also want them to handle the inevitable frustration and disappointment of life's biggest messes—without throwing tantrums, whining, or fighting with siblings. In this episode, you will learn stress-free strategies to get your kids to clean up their physical spaces and navigate internal frustration…while building their confidence and a closer bond with you. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with family members so they can understand your child and support you—instead of judge you. Take advantage of our Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/fall-sale/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 23 · 22 min

    Why Does Putting On Shoes Take 45 Minutes?! 10 Ways to Get Dawdlers Moving Faster! #637

    If getting your kids out the door, into bed, or to school feels like preparing for combat, this episode is your rescue mission. Whether your child is naturally a dawdler, struggles with focus, or uses resistance to cope with anxiety, shouting "Hurry up!" never works. Listen to learn 10 creative, battle-tested strategies to get kids of all ages moving more quickly—completely fear-free. P.S. Download the Calm Parenting Bundle now and save with our Back-to-School Sale! We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle directly with teachers so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ or Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 20 · 23 min

    Why You Do NOT Want Kids to Be Immediately Obedient: Raising Fearless Leaders, Not Fearful Robots. #636

    Do you ever feel like you are doing something wrong because your strong-willed child doesn’t readily comply? Do you ever feel caught in the middle playing peacekeeper between a spouse or rigid family with unrealistic expectations or religious beliefs and a kid who is just being a kid? Do you sometimes struggle letting go of the “Because I Said So” mentality demanding immediate obedience from kids? I want to show you a better way—so you can trade fear-based discipline for trusting connection that motivates your kids to listen, without fear. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with family members so they can understand your child and support you—instead of judge you. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ or email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 16 · 21 min

    Why “Name It To Tame It” & Punching Pillows Don’t Work For Intense Kids #635

    Deep breathing, punching pillows and “naming the emotion” sound great on paper—until you try them with an intense child. These traditional calming tools can actually backfire—leaving your child angrier and feeling incapable of managing their emotions. Learn why narrating your child’s emotions is one of the worst things you can do…and instead walk away with actionable, word-for-word scripts that diffuse big emotionsand give your child confidence in their ability to self-regulate. A must listen so please share. P.S. LET YOUR KIDS LISTEN to the Calm Parenting Bundle. We can recommend specific programs for them. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • September 13 · 22 min

    There Is Hope For Your ADHD Neurodivergent Child Who Can’t Focus (& 10 Ways to Stop Homework Battles) #634

    Do you have a child who would rather argue for 2 hours over homework rather than complete it in 20 minutes?! Those of us with ADHD or neurodivergent brains learn in different ways, but schools usually only teach one way…leaving us feeling inferior and frustrated. That leads to unnecessary stress and fights over homework. I want to share odd, but effective ways to improve focus and executive function using the brain’s natural super powers. And I will share a story I’ve never told so that you know there is hope for your child! Let your kids listen to this episode so they know how THEIR brain works best! P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle directly with teachers so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to 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 going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING 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. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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