Calm Parenting Podcast

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

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    3 Common Situations In Which You Can “Give In” & Still Be A Good Parent #531

    There are times when you are clear with your expectations and your child doesn't comply. Do you ever wonder, "Should I follow through right now...or would it be smarter to just let it go?" These gray areas of parenting are tough! Kirk walks you through three scenarios in which you may feel like you're "giving in," but it may be the right thing to do. You can give in sometimes and you’re still a good parent. I want to give you options. Our Big Fall Sale ends THIS WEEKEND. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    23 min
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    7 Favorite Ideas For Sleep, Anxiety, Meltdowns, School, Homework & Impulsivity #530

    How do you get intense toddlers, teens, and every age in between to go to sleep, get up in the morning, behave in school without getting in trouble, practice impulsivity, complete homework, and calm down when upset? I share 7 of my favorite ideas that work with the most challenging kids. This is the final week of our big Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. If you are interested in a LIVE training for teachers/parents, please email casey@celebratecalm.com with LIVE in the subject line. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    23 min
  3. 22 OCT

    When Kids Reject Your Help & Refuse To Listen to You #529

    You try to help your kids do something they are struggling with, something they say they care about. But they won’t listen to you, even though it would be so much easier if they did! It turns into a huge fight and you’re left feeling angry and resentful. I want to give you scripts and action steps in different situations so your kids listen and change…without the anger and power struggles. This is the final week of our big Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    22 min
  4. 19 OCT

    Do You Need To Grieve The Child (& Childhood) You Didn’t Get? #528

    “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. He reflected back to me my own immaturity, but also my own childhood. And that can lead to amazing healing and a deep bond with your strong-willed child. This is the final week of our big Fall Sale. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    22 min
  5. 17 OCT

    Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 4: Don't Ask Your Wife to be the Referee

    Because I couldn't control my own emotions, my wife had to walk on eggshells and manage my emotions for me. I put her in the position of having to be the referee between our son and me. I will show you exactly how to change this dynamic before it ruins your relationships. Take advantage of our big Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    7 min
  6. 15 OCT

    Face to Face With An Angry, Frustrated, Anxious Child #527

    You are going to come face to face with a child who feels angry, frustrated, anxious…and ultimately helpless. I used to feel helpless as a parent and react just like my son. Until I finally learned how to connect and diffuse these situations...and respond the way I wish my Dad had treated me. I show you exactly how with a script and action steps in this very powerful episode. Take advantage of our BIG Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    24 min
  7. 12 OCT

    Home Life Spiraling Out of Control? 7 Ways to Change Daily Battles ASAP #526

    Are you getting calls from school about your child’s behavior? Does it feel like your home is a little out of control, that you’re overwhelmed and at your wits’ end as your child spirals a bit? You’re not alone! All the pressures and stress of school and extracurriculars can be difficult to manage. How can you change the negative momentum so that you feel back in control? Kirk gives you 7 practical action steps. Want dozens of practical action steps for every situation? Take advantage of our BIG Fall Sale and get the Calm Parenting Bundle at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    23 min
  8. 8 OCT

    10 Ways to Internally Motivate Confident Kids & Prepare Them For Life Success #525

    How do you internally motivate kids who don't care about school or good behavior? You can't let them just fail or play video games all day--so what should you focus on? How can you build your child's confidence and prepare them for life success? Kirk gives you 10 practical steps and scripts to use. Want more tools to build your child's confidence and motivate your kids? Our BIG Fall Sale continues this week at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions. COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  HUNGRYROOT.COM Go to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  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 KIWICO.COM  Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Go to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. WYZANT.COM Help your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    25 min

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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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