Do you have a child who fights you and gets upset about going to new activities? Who is already threatening not to go to that expensive camp you paid for? Who is nervous about family vacation or an upcoming move? I give you three very specific scripts and actions steps to help overcome the anxiety, stop the power struggles, and bond with your child through these big emotions. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebra...
Jun 03, 2026•22 min
So how do your strong-willed kids and kids with PDA react when you try to correct them or talk to them about their behavior? My guess is they hate this! Even if you do it in a really sweet way, your child gets furious and lashes out or screams or even covers his or her ears. Does your child blame others and refuse to listen? Good, because that's very normal with our kids. So I want to give you 10 different options that work…without triggering meltdowns or fights! **Tomorrow CAN be different from...
May 31, 2026•22 min
Does it ever appear that your child is not living up to their potential or your expectations? Are you worried that your child will fall behind or not be successful? Of course. But pushing them only causes kids to resist more. So I want to show you 7 ways to motivate your kids and break the negative cycle. * Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. COZY EART...
May 27, 2026•22 min
Sometimes the stress of the school year can strip your kids of their confidence and create conflict even with siblings. I give you 6 easy and effective ways to rebuild your child's confidence, reconnect as a family, and help with screen dependence. ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Take advantage of our Summer Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for ...
May 24, 2026•23 min
How do you motivate kids to do tasks without reminding them 18 times...or do uncomfortable things without arguing every single day? What should you do when a child defies you, disregards your instructions, doesn't do school work or go to sports practice? Should you force your teenager to go on family vacation? Kirk gives you creative answers to all these questions that you may not have thought of..or even agree with. Try them anyway! ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and...
May 20, 2026•22 min
Whether your “hard to parent” child is 2, 12, or 22, they will complain that you are being too controlling and yell, “Stop treating me like a child!” And inside you’ll be thinking, “Well, stop acting like one!” Let me give you 10 ready-to-use scripts and tips to get toddlers, teens, and everyone in between to be more responsible for their own behavior…so they stop fighting you! ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. This is the final week of our Mother's Day Sale. ...
May 17, 2026•23 min
When "No" turns into a nuclear meltdown and "I’m sorry" turns into "I’m a bad kid," you aren't dealing with a tantrum—you’re dealing with a child who feels helpless, has internalized shame, and then goes scorched earth. If you're tired of threatening consequences that don't work and using a "calm" voice that makes them angrier, this is a must listen. You’ll get the exact 5-step de-escalation roadmap and a creative script that help you and your child feel in control again. Please share this one. ...
May 13, 2026•25 min
You are constantly taking the emotional temperature of the home, forced to be the referee between siblings, between your spouse and strong-willed child. You get accused of coddling your child when you're really coddling the judgmental grown-ups judging you. You are courageously breaking generational patterns. I am so incredibly proud of you! I hope this episode helps you relax into this fact: you don't have to do anything else to be a great Mom. ** Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without t...
May 10, 2026•22 min
How should you handle a child who resorts to negative self-talk when things don’t go well? What about a teen or tween daughter who isn’t living up to your expectations? Do you have a child who has become physically aggressive, especially after a new baby was born? What consequence should you give for your child bullying or being mean to another child? And how do you handle those annoying times when your kids interrupt you while on the phone or talking to a spouse? I answer tough questions Moms a...
May 06, 2026•23 min
Are you tired of constantly negotiating with a junior attorney who procrastinates, whines and complains, talks disrespectfully, won't clean up messes, fights bedtime and siblings, throws big tantrums? Maybe every day?! You're not alone! I give you exact scripts to stop being triggered...and stop the power struggles so you can enjoy your kids again. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale...
May 03, 2026•24 min
No more tension at dinner and escalating at bedtime. No more putting Moms in the position of being referee, constantly taking the temperature of the home, and managing everyone’s emotions. I give you very simple, concrete ways to handle disagreements and de-escalate. Ask your husband to listen to this one as a pre-Mother’s Day gift to you! **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https...
May 01, 2026•24 min
I want to explain why you want a child like this…so you can accept your child as they are…and help them move more quickly without the power struggles and defiance. I give you 5 concrete action steps and scripts to use next time they have to transition or plans change. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ ** COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth...
Apr 29, 2026•25 min
Do you have a child who sometimes feels like the “bad kid” and has even internalized, “I’m dumb” or “No one likes me?” That internal dialogue can sabotage your child’s success and relationships for a lifetime. In this episode, I give parents and teachers specific scripts that will change that NOW and build your child’s confidence. **Tomorrow CAN be different from today, without the guilt and tears. Download your roadmap to peace today and take advantage of our Mother’s Day Sale at https://celebr...
Apr 26, 2026•26 min
What do you do when even a toddler is ruling your home? How do you handle a moody teenage daughter without getting into 10 fights a day? What do you do when your kids are constantly fighting and you feel like a failure? What do you tell your child who doesn’t get along with a teacher? How can you help kids who have a hard time making friends? Do adopted kids have unique struggles? What about that child who has a hard time hearing, “No” and will get angry and call you names? I give you scripts an...
Apr 22, 2026•24 min
Normal parenting strategies don't work with strong-willed kids, no matter how much your family judges you. You can do everything “right” with these kids and things can still go wrong! Whether you have toddlers or teens or in between or even adopted kids, I think you will find this episode extremely helpful and practical. **Make tomorrow different than the chaos, guilt, and power struggles today—get the roadmap to change your family ASAP and get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle. https://celebrat...
Apr 19, 2026•24 min
If you misunderstand your child’s motives and need for autonomy, it will provoke fierce defiance, pain, and pushback. I want to show you exactly how to help kids who don’t always want to be helped; help siblings who may not understand why you give your child accommodations; and help a spouse who is reluctant and thinks you’re just letting your child get away with things. Get personal mentoring with me through the PDA Parent Program at https://celebratecalm.com/pda/ COZY EARTH Head to https://coz...
Apr 17, 2026•23 min
You have an intense, strong-willed child who is frustrating because they are either the complete opposite of you…or just like you, which means they mirror things you want to change about yourself. Do you get triggered when your child says, “Whatever”? Do you take your child’s unhappiness as ingratitude or a reflection of your parenting? You’re not alone! I want to give 10 strategies to stop the power struggles and drama so you can bond with this child. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and da...
Apr 15, 2026•22 min
Do you have a child who procrastinates, argues like an attorney, picks on siblings, resists doing homework, chews on things, and/or chooses the harder path? A child who talks loudly, provokes and pushes buttons, has to get the last word in, gets bored easily? Of course you do! In this episode, I give you practical action steps to stop the power struggles and turn these into positive qualities. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring....
Apr 12, 2026•25 min
You have a sensitive child who is moody, mad, and mercurial…and somehow blames you for being disrespectful and losing their privileges. Staying calm feels like walking on eggshells, but you also don’t want to react and escalate. I give you five specific action steps and a script to stop this vicious cycle. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my ...
Apr 08, 2026•27 min
Should you give your child rewards or an allowance for good behavior or a good report card? Is there a better alternative to schools using smiley faces and sad faces on behavior charts? Why do I hate the following: “You’re not a bad kid. You just made bad choices?” The final example of how a child applied our discipline tools (in a cheeky way!) is worth the listen! **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/pr...
Apr 05, 2026•25 min
You have a challenging child who says disrespectful things to your face. You would never have even thought such things toward your parents so there’s a war inside you. You would be justified in punishing this child, but that won’t fix the underlying issues or relationship. I want to give you very clear scripts and a step-by-step action plan to handle these situations. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com...
Apr 01, 2026•23 min
Do you have a child who is great one-on-one, but then disrupts the entire family dynamic when you're all together? Do you have a child who won’t apologize and resists when you try to discipline? You’re not alone. I will give you a script and specific action steps to navigate these situations. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this Spring. https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for ...
Mar 29, 2026•25 min
Do you have kids who complain, get upset when corrected and revert to negative self-talk? Should you allow a child to quit a sport? How do you help kids with ADHD who are messy or forgetful? How do you handle kids who one-up each other or compete for attention with a younger sibling? What should be your primary priority with teens? Kirk answers these questions and more with candor and practical ideas. **Stop the yelling, power struggles, and daily chaos—get 50% off the Calm Parenting Bundle this...
Mar 25, 2026•24 min
How can you teach your kids impulse control and delayed gratification with their video games and screens? How can we help kids who blurt out in the classroom? Is it too early when they are toddlers or too late when teens? Buckle up for 10 more creative, important ways to teach your kids self-control. **FINAL 3 DAYS OF OUR BLACK FRIDAY IN MARCH SALE. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to get the lowest prices of the year and hundreds of practical strategies that really work with your s...
Mar 22, 2026•24 min
Some kids refuse to get off screens or go to school. Some refuse to leave their room. I know you never envisioned your home life being this challenging. Maybe you thought you’d have a few power struggles with your kids over the years, but nothing like this. I want you to know you’re not alone and it’s not your fault. I also want to give you practical ideas to make progress so both you and your child feel confident and good inside. Learn more at https://celebratecalm.com/pda/ . COZY EARTH Head to...
Mar 20, 2026•23 min
Learning impulse control and delayed gratification is more important than almost everything else we teach our kids in school. If I were raising a child today, I would slow my life down, spend way less time on academics and chores, and spend much more time teaching my kids impulse control and delayed gratification. These life skills disproportionately impact your child’s health, wealth and happiness. But they must be taught. I want to give you 22 practical ways to do this. **We are extending our ...
Mar 18, 2026•23 min
You are a good parent so you simply remind your child to do something. Do you have a child who then reacts angrily, shuts down, or has a meltdown? Does your child struggle with ADHD, short-term memory or forgetting things? Do you have a child who beats himself up and says things like, “I am so stupid!”? It can be painful to hear the negative self-talk. I want to give you a script and action steps that will change how your child sees himself or herself…and how you see them. This is a podcast to s...
Mar 15, 2026•22 min
How do you NOT react and get triggered when your child is in a bad mood or slamming dresser drawers, then acts like nothing happened? I want your kids to feel frustrated…and for you to resist jumping in...so your kids can develop the confidence and resilience to handle stressful situations in life. Super important so please share. This is the FINAL week of our Black Friday in March Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to get the lowest prices of the year and hundreds of practical ...
Mar 11, 2026•23 min
Why can't your kids just come when you ask them? It's like they can't hear you when playing video games. They aren't grateful for extra time with friends--they lash out when you pick them up. And when you call them for dinner, all you hear is, "Just a couple more minutes" and they ignore you. It's frustrating! I want to show you a powerful strategy that melts resistance, gets kids moving, and creates bonding moments...instead of power struggles. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to t...
Mar 08, 2026•22 min
You are doing heroic work breaking the generational cycle so you don't unintentionally pass along to your kids the same patterns that have tripped you up. I want to give you three very practical, specific scripts so you can parent without the baggage. For Kirk's Birthday, we are bringing back our Black Friday Sale for one week. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to take advantage of the Black Friday in March Sale. Get the lowest prices of the year and hundreds of practical strategies ...
Mar 04, 2026•23 min
