If you like the podcast, you will love our live events. We have a special opportunity to conduct live workshops in CA and AZ for about half the normal cost. Travel costs from the east coast are often prohibitive, BUT we are being sponsored for an event out west so we can pass along savings to you. If you think your organization (school, pre-K, church, synagogue, adoption/foster care agency, company) would be interested, simply email [email protected] with the name of your organization and ...
Jun 02, 2021•3 min•Season 2Ep. 54
When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your Rules Your teenage daughter is mad because you won’t let her text late at night or go to a party. Your anxious son is screaming at you and refuses to go to an extracurricular. The battle lines are drawn. Kirk gives you a specific script and action steps to solve this battle. FREE SHIPPING this week when you purchase the Get Everything Package. Get Personal Mentoring with Kirk Over the Phone. Kirk will work with you individually or with you a...
Jun 01, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 52
How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child So this podcast is a little raw with emotion and force. There is a lot of insight into your strong-willed child that is absolutely critical. I’ve never said this before, but I encourage you to listen twice and even take notes (or just get our newsletter because the notes are there). This has the power to stop power struggles, but even more importantly change your relationship with your strong-willed child…and how your child views himself...
May 24, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 51
How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling Fights All hell is breaking loose around you. Kids are whining, fighting, melting down. It’s so frustrating after all you’ve done to make your kids happy. Your first impulse is to fix it and stop all the chaos. But that often backfires. Kirk shows you a different way, including a great example when siblings are squabbling. FREE SHIPPING this week when you purchase the Get Everything Package. Plus you get 67% OFF. Get Personal Mentoring with K...
May 18, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 50
A Message For Kids: You Do Not Need To Be Fixed A lot of young people feel misunderstood and judged. They go through life feeling like everyone is trying to fix them. So I recorded this short podcast to tell young people the truth: (1) You do not need to be fixed and there is nothing wrong with your brain. (2) You have unique advantages that others don't have. You can hyperfocus on what you are curious about, and possess the initiative and strategic skills necessary to be a leader. You have ever...
May 15, 2021•10 min•Season 2Ep. 49
My Mom is 87 and has fought for decades through many battles. She is an amazing woman. The fight, though, appears to be fading in the twilight of her life. She can no longer read emails or cards, so I wanted to send her a tribute she can listen to over and over again. And by proxy thank all the Moms who sacrifice for their children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...
May 09, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 47
How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School So I almost sobbed throughout this podcast. How do you turn a power struggle over school work into a bonding experience? How can Moms be free from the burden, guilt, and anxiety over trying to make everyone happy? Our Mother's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yourself or tell your hus...
May 06, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 46
No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This. What if there was one tool you could use to calm an upset child, motivate your child to behave better, and stop arguments, defiance and hitting siblings? Kirk shows you how in this enlightening, very practical podcast. Our Mother's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yourself o...
May 03, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Why Kids Resist Your Help You’re trying to help your kids with school, making something, cooking, sports, a chore. And they resist you. It’s frustrating! Your tone shifts and now it’s WWIII. Kirk shares how you can change this so your kids listen to you. Our Mother's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. Make this your Mother’s Day gift to yourself or tell your husband THIS is ...
Apr 26, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & Sleep Our kids can be so frustrating that we try to constantly change them. But what if the solution is right there in front of you? Kirk shows you how to help your kids with sleep, school, calming down, and more by using one simple trick. 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://celebrate...
Apr 20, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 43
10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7 Tired of repeating things, threatening time-outs, and saying, “No!” or “Stop!” 378 times per day? Kirk shows you very specific, concrete ways to get younger kids to listen, focus, calm down when upset, stop from running away/into streets, succeed in school, and a lot more! Please share with other parents, teachers, and MOPS groups. Want more help, specifically for Kids Ages 2-7? We put together a special package for parents of Kids Ages 2-7 here: https://celebratecalm.c...
Apr 18, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 42
My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose. Your child actively seeks to annoy you or push your buttons. And you react. It’s a vicious cycle that you have the power to stop. Kirk shows you how. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of our Big Spring Sale this week! Big Spring Sale: Get the Calm Parenting Package for only $179 (Reg...
Apr 13, 2021•18 min•Season 2Ep. 41
How to Set Limits & Use Tough Discipline Being calm doesn't mean being soft or sweet--it means you stay in control of yourself while you discipline your kids. Kirk gives you scripts and principles to develop a game plan for discipline in your home. Top 5 Podcast of 2021. This is very important so please share. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within y...
Apr 05, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan It seems like your kids are constantly in trouble, misbehaving, and getting consequences that don't work. So how do you get your kids to actually listen to and respect you? Kirk gives you a specific game plan to implement this week. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of our B...
Apr 01, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This Week Have a child who lies, won't look you in the eyes, makes up excuses, lashes out when in trouble, and/or gives up when things get tough? Kirk shows you how to change these behaviors in this powerful podcast. Please share with others. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within your budget or take advantage of our Big Spr...
Mar 29, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 37
BONUS PODCAST! Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” Friends You have a child who gets upset when he loses games, is hanging out with questionable friends, or is questioning her faith. How can you use this to your advantage? Kirk helps you see these situations in a completely different way. 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: ...
Mar 24, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 36
3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & Contrition Want your child to listen to you, calm down when upset, and show contrition? Consequences haven’t worked, so Kirk shows you three (actually six!) creative and effective ways to change your relationship. Very powerful. 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 ...
Mar 22, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your Kids How do you motivate kids ages 2-22 without crushing their spirits or causing them to shut down? How can you control your own anxiety about your child's future? Kirk shows you how to repair your relationship. 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 LIV...
Mar 15, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 34
3 Quick Ideas for Teachers Have a student who struggles with focus, impulsivity, blurting out, transitions, anxiety, and/or social skills? Kirk gives teachers three very practical ideas with scripts to use tomorrow to improve behavior while building a child's confidence. Please share this with teachers, principals, and your PTA. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm with other issues you'd like addressed in future podcasts or in Professional Development Training. We'd love to help! Learn more about your ad ...
Mar 14, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's Feelings Have kids who struggle with feeling frustrated, angry, or anxious? Of course! There are times when you should NOT ask your kids to “identify their emotions” or “express their feelings.” Kirk shows you a different way and provides an actual script for you to help your kids deal with their emotions. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to m...
Mar 08, 2021•10 min•Season 2Ep. 32
This F Word Improves Grades and Homework Do you have a child who resists, melts down, or shuts down when doing homework or school work? Kirk gives you 10 Do's and Don'ts (and how to leverage this important F word) to improve grades and homework without the power struggles. Use these at home and in the classroom. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within you...
Mar 04, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 31
"Ugh! Another Call About School!" No one really understands the challenges your kids face in school with short-term memory, processing, and getting along with kids their own age. It’s draining. Afternoon/homework meltdowns are frequent. Behavior charts and consequences don’t work. Kirk shares three positive tools to help with focus, anxiety, blurting out, and more. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a...
Mar 02, 2021•22 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Why Your Kids Ask “Why?” Every Time You ask your child to do something. He or she responds reflexively, “Why?” And like my father, you probably react sharply and quickly. Well, what if it’s not just defiance? How do you get kids who don’t transition well to actually listen, without the fight and tears? Kirk shows you how, whether your kids are young or older. GET THE CONFIDENCE YOU NEED TO LEAD YOUR KIDS. Email [email protected]. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custo...
Feb 22, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Stop Trying to Save Your Marriage You should stop trying to fix your marriage. This isn’t your traditional Valentine’s Day message, is it? But it may just change your family. Listen with an open mind and take up Kirk’s challenge for the next month—and see what happens. Valentine's Day Sale ENDS Monday at Midnight! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-this includes 30 hours of scripts and ideas plus the Marriage Mentoring program FREE. Get the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Pa...
Feb 20, 2021•10 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Being Calm Doesn’t Mean Being Sweet or A Door Mat I don’t think you should be “sweet” to strong-willed children. It backfires and makes them feel like you’re not taking them seriously. You also shouldn’t let them walk all over you. How can you be tough and understanding, firm and compassionate? How can you get your kids to respect you without yelling, pleading, or bribing? Kirk gives you actual scripts. Valentine's Day Sale EXTENDED One More Week! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-this ...
Feb 15, 2021•16 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Stop Battles Over Screens: 5 Ideas Of course you battle over video games, phones, and screens. Kirk provides 5 practical ways to reframe this issue and actually make concrete changes in your daily life. Our Valentine's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice in 2021. You can GROW UP or GROW APART. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to...
Feb 10, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 25
When Kids Have Bad Moods You walk into the room and your child is irritable, crabby, making negative comments. You naturally react and try to change or fix your child’s mood. And then it devolves into yelling, hurt feelings, separation. So how can you turn these battles into bonding moments and positive memories with the child you love (but don’t always like!)? Kirk shows you how. Our Valentine's Day Sale Ends This Weekend! You get 60% OFF the Calm Parenting Package-this includes 30 hours of scr...
Feb 09, 2021•15 min•Season 2Ep. 26
The Unrelenting, Demanding Child Do you have a child who can't let things go, who won't stop trying to argue or prove his point? In this 6-minute podcast, Kirk shares one idea to turn this situation into a positive one. Try it this week and observe your child's response. Our Valentine's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice in 2021. You can GROW UP or GROW APA...
Feb 04, 2021•6 min•Season 2Ep. 23
WHEN To Discipline and HOW To Get On the Same Page Say your child takes things from siblings, lies, or calls you names. Or all three in the same day! When exactly do you discipline? Right in the moment or later? How do you let them know they aren’t getting away with it? Listen for very practical advice! Our Valentine's Day Sale Begins NOW! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with your purchase of the Calm Parenting Package or the Get Everything Package. You have a choice in ...
Feb 01, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Entitled Brat? When You Should Give In. I just want you to listen to this one all the way through. I’m trying to prevent you from ruining your relationship with your child the way I almost did with Casey. Yes, sometimes you should just give in. And I show you when. 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 ...
Jan 27, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 21
