Outright Defiance/Refusal: My Best Podcast of 2024 Do you have a child who ever acts outright defiant or refuses to do what you ask? Who then has attitude? How do you handle this without being authoritarian (fear, escalating) or being too sweet (getting walked all over and creating an entitled child)? Kirk shows you how to teach your child while staying connected through defiance, anger, and hostile words. This may be the best and most foundational podcast of 2024. Take the extra time and listen...
Jun 09, 2024•39 min•Ep. 26
Feeling Powerless with Video Games? 2 Ways to Take Back Control You don’t have to give in or operate from fear. Kirk shares some fascinating insight into your kids’ brains (it will surprise you) that you must understand first. Then he shares very specific strategies to motivate your kids, build their confidence, and take back control of screens. See the special discount Kirk negotiated with Kinjo below. Go to https://kinjo.com/ and use CALM15 to get 15% Off Kinjo Plus. Or just use this special w...
Jun 05, 2024•30 min•Ep. 24
4 Ways to Stop Power Struggles & Control Yourself Everything you have tried with the strong-willed child has backfired. Want to finally stop the power struggles and get control of yourself? Let's spend this summer working on these four specific ways to change yourself and your family very quickly. Our Summer Sale Begins NOW. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. The Calm Parenting Podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. ...
Jun 02, 2024•30 min•Ep. 25
Tough Teens & Tweens 101: Motivation, Screens, School Refusal, Defiance and More Do you have an unmotivated teen or tween who battles you over homework and screens? Who refuses to go to school, struggles with confidence, has shut down or become defiant? In this hard-hitting episode, Kirk gives you strategies to rebuild your teen's confidence and relationship; spark internal motivation and get off screens; overcome anxiety, homework struggles, ADHD, and apathy. This is the FINAL week of our M...
May 29, 2024•15 min•Ep. 55
5 Ways to Stop Anxiety-Driven Battles & Meltdowns Your child refuses to go to a new place or school. Threats and bribes don't work. A meltdown and harsh words ensue. Do you have a child who resists new experiences? A toddler or teen who doesn't want to go to school? Kirk shows you how to de-escalate anxiety-driven meltdowns and give your kids tools to overcome it. Very practical for kids of all ages. The Calm Parenting Podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Take a moment. Visit https://BetterHe...
May 26, 2024•30 min•Ep. 24
Are You Letting Kids “Get Away” With Things? You are going to get judged by other parents, family and friends who whisper that you are letting your SWC get away with things. You will second-guess yourself. People will say, “You just need to discipline that child more.” And you’ll think in your heart, “Hey, thanks, I never thought before to try being firm and consistent and following through on my consequences. Thanks!” Of course you have done all the RIGHT things and yet it still doesn’t work wi...
May 19, 2024•25 min•Ep. 23
10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles With Toddlers, Teens & In Between A Mom on Instagram asked me to share tips for her kids from ages 3 to 16. There are some very odd, but effective, strategies here to stop the power struggles, get your kids to listen, and connect with strong-willed kids. You will also learn how to save money and needless fights over things that aren't important. Plus we've extended our Mother's Day Sale at CelebrateCalm.com. We have extended our Mother's Day Sale. Visit https:...
May 14, 2024•40 min•Ep. 22
5-Minute Mother's Day Message Moms, here you are holding your family together—all alone at times, sometimes feeling numb, working through your own childhood hurts while trying to heal everyone around you. Many Moms never feel like what they've done is good enough. But I want you to know I am proud of you. And you are a great Mom. Take advantage of our Mother's Day Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Visit htt...
May 11, 2024•4 min•Ep. 21
Moms Coddle Husbands (Not Kids) Moms get accused of coddling their children. But the truth is they coddle husbands because we can't control our own emotions. So Moms have to manage their child's behavior, pick up toys, and create a perfect environment so their husband doesn't get upset. This creates resentment and exhaustion. Kirk gives Dads 3 specific action steps to take this week to change this dynamic. Forward this to your husband. Take advantage of our Mother's Day Sale. Visit https://celeb...
May 08, 2024•14 min•Ep. 20
How to De-Escalate A Nuclear Meltdown & Stop The Shame Cycle Plans go awry, your child gets disappointed or doesn’t get his way. He begins getting upset. Rational talk doesn’t work. Nothing does. Now he’s in full meltdown mode and doesn’t hold back. How do you stop this cycle of shame and escalation? Kirk gives a very practical and creative strategy to use. This is incredibly important. Our Mother's Day Sale Begins NOW! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/mothers-day/ to purchase the Get Everyth...
May 05, 2024•24 min•Ep. 19
Disagree About Discipline? Want to Get Control of Screens? Do you struggle with excess screen use in your home? Unless you're Amish, you probably do! Do you struggle to get on the same page as your spouse? Kirk gives you practical scripts and interesting ideas to get control of screens, lead upset kids to calm, and get on the same page as your spouse. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. Questions? Contact Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and we'll be happy to help out personally! Learn more about your ad ch...
May 01, 2024•20 min•Ep. 70
Why Kids Argue, Fight Siblings, Refuse Homework (ADHD) Do you have kids who argue like attorneys, pick on siblings, resist doing homework, procrastinate, and/or do things the hard way? Of course you do! Kirk gives you several scripts and practical action steps to stop the constant power struggles and fights! This is the final week of our Spring Sale: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer. Listen anywhere, anytime. You get...
Apr 28, 2024•25 min•Ep. 18
When Kids Say “No” Or Ask “Why?” Reflexively So either your child is inherently a rebellious, defiant, difficult kid…or there is something else going on when you ask them to do something and they respond by saying, “No” or asking “Why?” Kirk explains why your kids ask why and how you can get your kids to be responsible without escalating situations. Our Spring Sale Ends This Week: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer. Li...
Apr 21, 2024•25 min•Ep. 17
How I Almost Ruined My Relationship With My Son One of the big turning points for me was hearing my son say, “I feel like I can never please you. I feel like I constantly disappoint you.” You have an opportunity to avoid the same mistakes I made. Learn how to motivate kids in ways that build their confidence and competence. Get an exclusive 15% off your first OneSkin purchase using the code KIRK when you checkout at https://oneskin.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...
Apr 17, 2024•30 min•Ep. 70
How to Avoid Poisoning Your Child’s Confidence What happens to a child who begins to internalize from a young age, “I’m a bad kid, I’m slow so I’m not smart, I’m always in trouble, my parents are never happy with me, there’s something wrong with me, or I’m not as smart as my siblings?” That will sabotage yourchild’s success and relationships for a lifetime. Kirk shows you how to cultivate your child’s confidence and guiding internal dialogue. We Are Extending Our Spring Sale into April: You get ...
Apr 14, 2024•25 min•Ep. 15
Why Do Your Neuro-Divergent Kids Do These Things? Do you have a child who is disorganized, forgetful and seems to have selective hearing? Does your child struggle with writing and get frustrated trying to get thoughts from head to paper? What about a bossy child who likes to control people and situations (or maybe that’s your spouse?!)? How about a child who melts down over little things? Kirk shares practical ideas to help your kids with these challenges and more. We Are Extending Our Spring Sa...
Apr 10, 2024•32 min•Ep. 3
The Quickest Way to Change Your Child’s Behavior Do you have a child who doesn’t want to listen, blames others, doesn’t clean up his or her room, is unmotivated, talks back like an attorney, refuses to sleep or eat or do homework, touches the hot stove rather than doing what you ask? Of course you do! Kirk shows you the most powerful way to change your child’s behavior, and do it quickly. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. We Are Extending Our Spring Sale into April: You get everything we have eve...
Apr 07, 2024•20 min•Ep. 14
Defiant, Moody Child Won’t Stop & Blames You: 5 Ways to Stop This You have a child who gets moody and disrespectful. You tell her that attitude is not tolerated in your home. She keeps coming at you. You try staying calm, but eventually everyone ends up yelling and you impose consequences. She then blames you for her attitude. How can you stop this vicious cycle? Kirk gives you specific action steps and a script. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. This is the final week of our Spring Sale: You...
Mar 31, 2024•22 min•Ep. 13
Child Not Living Up To Your Expectations? Use This Script. Do you have a child who procrastinates, doesn’t listen, is impulsive and disorganized? You’ll likely struggle with this thought: how in the world is this strong-willed child going to be successful? Your anxiety over your child’s future will cause your child to fight you, ignore you, or shut down. Kirk gives you an actual script that will motivate your child and build his or her confidence. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. This is the fin...
Mar 24, 2024•25 min•Ep. 12
A Special Message For Kids Who Feel Different (Dedicated to Poppy!) I recorded this short message for kids who feel different, don't always feel like they fit in the kid world, and struggle in school even though they are smart. I challenge kids to stop fighting people and their parents. Instead, fight the obstacles that get in the way of you achieving your dreams. Instead, show your parents that you can control yourself, so they won't have to control you. Let your kids listen and let us know how...
Mar 20, 2024•9 min•Ep. 69
Get Your Kids to Listen Without Being Mean or Asking 12 Times Do you ever feel like you have to ask your child 12 times just to do something simple like put their shoes on and get in the car? And then you rightfully get frustrated, adopt a demanding tone, trigger more resistance, and then end up yelling? Of course you’ve experienced this! Listen to learn three strategies to get your kids to listen without being mean or asking 12 times! Our Spring Sale Continues This Week: You get everything we h...
Mar 17, 2024•13 min•Ep. 11
Considering UN-Schooling? A Practical Framework This is an opportunity to customize your child's education around his or her natural gifts, passions, curiosity, and learning style. But there is no single path because each child is different. You will ALWAYS feel like you're not doing enough. You will get judged and second-guess yourself. In this bonus podcast, Kirk provides a helpful framework for your un-schooling adventure. (If you want to talk to Kirk about this personally, email Casey@Celebr...
Mar 13, 2024•17 min•Ep. 68
You Did What?! Disobeying & Lying About It Your child trades another kid at school for something you don’t approve of. Then hides it and lies about it. This is a great story and a perfect example for what NOT to do and more importantly, what TO do. Kirk shows you 10 concrete action steps to turn this into a huge teaching opportunity. Our Spring Sale Continues This Week: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer. Listen an...
Mar 10, 2024•16 min•Ep. 10
Why Kids Choose Consequences Over Simply Doing What You Ask You give a strong-willed child a simple instruction. If they would simply do what you asked, they’d be done in 7 minutes. But they would rather argue for 7 hours, days or weeks and lose everything they own. It’s infuriating and frustrating! Kirk shows you WHY your kids do this and HOW you can change this. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. Our Spring Sale Begins NOW! You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on...
Mar 03, 2024•25 min•Ep. 9
When Kids Want To Do Things Their Own Way! Chloe wants to tie her own karate belt in the morning before practice. But she doesn’t really know how to do it. And if you try to help her, you will feel the venom. But if you don’t help her, you’ll be late or she’ll get even more frustrated. So what do you do when you have a strong-willed child who wants to do things their own way? Kirk gives you a specific script and action plan to use with kids like ours. Our Winter Sale Continues This Week: You get...
Feb 25, 2024•20 min•Ep. 8
A Personal, Self-Serving, 5-Minute Podcast! This is personal and self-serving so if you don’t want to listen to all 5:39 of it, here’s the gist. You don’t owe me anything and I don’t need you to support me. I do want you to know that in order for me to get paid by the brands who advertise on the podcast, you have to actually listen to the ads. They know if you skip them or not! You can play through the ads at 1.5 speed and that works. You just have to let the ad play through for it to count. So ...
Feb 21, 2024•6 min•Ep. 68
Angry, Aggressive Child Who Swears, Lies, Lashes Out Do you have a child who lies, swears, who lashes out at others and even at himself? Are you a Mom caught in the middle between father and child? Kirk gives you a game plan and scripts to make lasting changes. Our Winter Sale Continues This Week: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer. Listen anywhere, anytime. You get 35 hours of practical strategies and concrete example...
Feb 18, 2024•28 min•Ep. 7
Confronting Your Parents & In-Laws Do you have parents who criticize how you raise your own kids? Even correct you in front of your kids? Does this create division between you and your spouse? This is really hard. Kirk gives you scripts and ideas to use with reluctant, overbearing grandparents. Learn more at CelebrateCalm.com. Our Winter Sale Continues This Week: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered directly to an app on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or computer. Listen anywhere,...
Feb 13, 2024•15 min•Ep. 57
You Are NOT Responsible For Your Child’s Happiness, Mood or Gratitude This is hard. Some of you were emotionally abandoned as a child. Some were dismissed and ignored. Some of you are empaths and feel emotions deeply. So how can you stay connected with your child while you teach them how to handle the inevitable disappointment, frustration, and boredom of life? Kirk shows you how in this important podcast. Our Winter Sale Continues This Week: You get everything we have ever recorded delivered di...
Feb 11, 2024•44 min•Ep. 6
Kids Are NOT Supposed To Be Immediately Obedient How many of you have been told kids are supposed to be immediately obedient? Maybe you were raised with that awful little saying, “Obey right away, all the way, with a happy heart.” And now you have a strong-willed child who I can guarantee will NEVER listen the first time. You will judged and question yourself, as if you are doing something wrong. I want to show you a different and better way to raise a curious, loving, and responsible child. Our...
Feb 04, 2024•35 min•Ep. 5
