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Calm Parenting Podcast

Kirk Martinart19.com

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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Child Anxious? Won’t Push Through Tough Assignments?

Child Anxious? Won’t Push Through Tough Assignments? Do you have a child who is anxious, who doesn’t like new experiences? What about a child who does the minimal work necessary and won’t push through when school work is difficult? If you make a common parenting mistake, you’ll make these situations way worse. So Kirk gives you a fantastic script to use instead. Want hundreds of ideas like these? Take advantage of huge discounts on the Get Everything Package & Calm Parenting Package this mon...

Sep 07, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 70

A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension

A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension Everyone is on edge now with school returning. Your kids are going to pushback, become more mouthy and defiant, siblings are going to fight. In the moment, it’s so hard to remain in control, so use this easy phrase to reset and de-escalate situations. Worried about anxiety, social skills, motivating teens, behavior issues, transitioning after online learning, homework battles, and proper expectations? Of course. Kirk covers each of these topic...

Aug 16, 202124 minSeason 2Ep. 66

10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17

10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17 Worried about anxiety, social skills, motivating teens, behavior issues, transitioning after online learning, homework battles, and proper expectations? Of course. Kirk covers each of these topics in rapid fire format for kids of all ages. 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 ...

Aug 08, 202133 minSeason 2Ep. 66

Do Calm Strategies Apply to Kids/Parents of All Ages?

Do Calm Strategies Apply to Kids/Parents of All Ages? When your child is having a meltdown or anxious, does it matter if they are 2, 5, 8, 11, 14 or 17? Not at all. In fact, the meltdowns can often look the same. Does it matter whether you are single, married, gay, straight, religious, atheist, Type-A or passive? No. Kirk shares universal principles that apply to all kids and parents. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages. We are including the ...

Aug 07, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 65

The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child

The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child What if we labeled naturally compliant children with RFCD: Rule Following Compliance Disorder and asserted that their very nature is a disorder that needs to be fixed? Well, we’ve done that to our own kids with disastrous consequences. In this challenging and insightful podcast, Kirk shows you how to change this perspective and build your child’s confidence. Want personal mentoring with Kirk via Phone? Click here to learn about mentoring packages...

Aug 01, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 64

When Kids Are Wrong & Do Irritating Things

When Kids Are Wrong & Do Irritating Things: Your son tears his pancakes with his bare hands. Your daughter doesn’t clean her room or do schoolwork the way you want. Your child procrastinates. It’s irritating. How can you use these moments to actually teach your child AND bond, rather than creating more power struggles? 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 ge...

Jun 21, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 58

Special Podcast for Father's Day

Special Podcast for Father's Day Your son is whining on the soccer field and refusing to be a good teammate. You're frustrated and embarrassed. Now you have a choice as the Dad. You can escalate this and destroy your child's confidence...or use it as a bonding moment to build his confidence. Kirk shows you how to use your power to get respect and build your relationship with a strong-willed child. Our Father's Day Sale Ends Tuesday! You get the Calm Couples Marriage Mentoring Program FREE with y...

Jun 20, 202114 minSeason 2Ep. 57

How to Affirm a Child Who Rejects Praise

How to Affirm a Child Who Rejects Praise Do you have a child who rejects or resists your praise? Frustrating, isn't it? Our affirmation doesn't always resonate with how they feel inside or it feels disingenuous. Kirk gives you a script to build your child's confidence through specific, effective praise. Our Father'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 Fa...

Jun 14, 202110 minSeason 2Ep. 56

Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating

Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating Kirk gives you three examples of tough, matter-of-fact discipline in the first three minutes. Then he shows you a different way to handle an overtly defiant child who says the inexcusable to you. A must listen and share. Our Father'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 Father’s Day gift to yourself o...

Jun 08, 202125 minSeason 2Ep. 55

How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This Summer

How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This Summer Of course your kids became more reliant on screens during the pandemic. The question is how do we realistically begin to roll back screen use? Kirk gives you three practical strategies to try ASAP and a big idea that works 94.7% of the time. 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 and your spouse to get you on the same p...

Jun 04, 202123 minSeason 2Ep. 53

For Friends in California and Arizona

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with the name of your organization and ...

Jun 02, 20213 minSeason 2Ep. 54

When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your Rules

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, 202122 minSeason 2Ep. 52

How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child

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, 202130 minSeason 2Ep. 51

How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling Fights

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, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 50

A Message For Kids: You Don't Need To Be Fixed

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, 202110 minSeason 2Ep. 49

SPECIAL PODCAST: Mother's Day Message For My Mom

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, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 47

How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School

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, 202132 minSeason 2Ep. 46

No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This.

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, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 45

Why Kids Resist Your Help

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, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 44

Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & Sleep

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, 202119 minSeason 2Ep. 43

10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7

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, 202123 minSeason 2Ep. 42

My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose.

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com. 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, 202118 minSeason 2Ep. 41

How to Set Limits & Use Tough Discipline

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to meet your specific needs within y...

Apr 05, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 39

Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com. 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, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This Week

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com. 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, 202114 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” Friends

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, 202114 minSeason 2Ep. 36

3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & Contrition

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, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 35

Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your Kids

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, 202116 minSeason 2Ep. 34

3 Quick Ideas for Teachers

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, 202115 minSeason 2Ep. 33

Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's Feelings

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 Casey@CelebrateCalm.com. Tell us your family situation and we’ll put together a custom package to m...

Mar 08, 202110 minSeason 2Ep. 32
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