Calm Parenting Podcast

Your kids saunter into the room, heads in their phones. They appear so lazy and undisciplined. They are not living up to their potential and you worry about their future. How can you motivate these kids without instigating a power struggle so they actually listen? **Our Christmas Sale continues this week! Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family...

Ever ask your child to go put their shoes on and 45 minutes later they come downstairs with a really cool Lego project and no shoes?! Have a child who does homework and forgets to turn it in? A child who gets frustrated when asked to write and ends up in tears? You are not alone. I want to give you incredibly practical strategies that work in your home and classroom to alleviate the frustration an...

Do you have a child who wakes up grumpy, gets extremely frustrated when little things go wrong, or seems constantly irritated and you don’t know why? A child who complains about everything and seems miserable and ungrateful? Older kids who want you to hop on their emotional rollercoaster ride? Does one child control the mood of your home? Do you feel responsible for your spouse’s or kids’ moods? T...

Have a child who is disorganized, doesn’t follow directions, fidgets, and struggles to sit still? Easily distracted, blurts out, struggles with short-term memory, time management and focus? Wonder why your kids rock back on chairs, chew hoody tassels, and argue so much? Kirk provides 20 different tools to help your kids success while addressing medication, nutrition, exercise, and more. &nbsp...

I love this episode because we cover so many different topics and show you how to get your kids to be responsible for themselves. I share creative answers for handling picky eaters who create stress at mealtimes, a child who don’t show his math work, an older child who picks on her younger sibling, kids who’ve grown a little entitled, and setting boundaries on that new iPhone. Plus I have a killer...

Ever get triggered when kids are late, don’t listen the first time, don’t clean up, or cry? When you miss an exit or small things go wrong? I share MY triggers and give you an action plan. **This is the FINAL week of our Black Friday Sale. Take advantage of our LOWEST prices of the year at  https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ . Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions.** COZY...

Do you have a child who can provoke siblings and both parents without even breaking a sweat?   Who continually seeks negative intensity? How canyou respond without escalating the situation OR letting your kids get away with disrespect? I give you 5 concrete action steps and scripts for kids of all ages. **Due to demand, we have extended our Black Friday Sale for one more week....

Can you actually get kids to be responsible for their impulsive behavior, sassy attitude, and poor choices? Yes! What about kids who lash out when plans change, use you as a verbal punching bag, and blame you? Kids who are afraid of the dark? I show you exactly what to do and say with scripts and concrete action steps. **This is the FINAL week of our Black Friday Sale. Take advantage of our LOWEST...

This holiday is a powder keg for explosive emotions: tired, sensitive, strong-willed kids off their normal schedule in a loud, chaotic environment surrounded by impatient, extended family. So what can you do to prepare yourself for the inevitable meltdown? And what can you do once your child gets upset? Kirk gives you 5 concrete strategies plus a bonus idea for Sunday's inevitable back-to-school a...

The typical parenting strategies don’t work with strong-willed kids. So you get judged by family, teachers, even your own spouse. During the holidays, extended family may have strong opinions about what you’re doing wrong while your child’s spirit gets crushed being compared. I give you 10 concrete strategies to be confident instead of defensive, to get your family to see your child differently an...

What’s more fun than having your intense, emotional, particular child have a meltdown right in front of your entire family or church?! Have a strong-willed child who is great for one parent, but falls apart when both parents or siblings are around? You are going to experience a war within as you second guess yourself in the moment and that’s just as fun! I want to give you very clear scripts and a...

Have a child who makes excuses, blames others, won't take responsibility for their choices, or perhaps struggles academically? How do you instill confidence, resilience, and a growth mindset in kids from ages 4-24? I want to give you 10 practical action steps and scripts you can use ASAP. **Our Black Friday Sale continues this week! Take advantage of our LOWEST prices of the year at  https://...

Our Black Friday Sale continues this week! Take advantage of our LOWEST prices of the year at  https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ . Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions. How do you get kids to listen to you or calm down when they are melting down? Reacting and threatening consequences won’t work. I give you three different options to get your kids to follow your directions. C...

Your kids ARE going to get mad at you. How should you respond when your toddler throws herself on the floor and screams, “I hate you!” or your son begins hitting because he’s jealous of the new baby? When your teen or tween isn’t happy about parental controls on their phone or claims you are too strict? What about kids who lash out because you ask them to do chores or go to a new class? Or a child...

Do you get triggered by tantrums, kids pushing your buttons and ruining your busy agenda, leaving messes everywhere, smart aleck responses, or siblings fighting with each other? Of course you do! But when you react, you make power struggles worse, behavior never changes, and relationships become strained. Kirk gives you specific action steps to overcome your triggers and break generational pattern...

Do you have kids who reflexively say, “No” or ask, “Why?” when you ask them to do things? Reject your ideas about food and faith? Kids who choose harsh consequences instead of simply doing what you ask? How can you handle these situations differently without giving in or creating endless power struggles? I give you scripts, strategies, and important insights. **Our Black Friday Sale is LIVE!...

You get a call from upset parents or the school yet again informing you that your child has done something inappropriate. Your child lies and tries to hide it.   You would be “right” to lecture and get upset and impose harsh consequences. So why do I think you should celebrate this?! How can you turn negative situations into teaching opportunities so the lying stops? I give you 10 action step...

Our Black Friday Sale begins NOW! Take advantage of our LOWEST prices of the year at  https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ . How do you navigate the landmine of kids who play sports, but won’t practice or take constructive criticism? What about kids who lose it emotionally when they lose games? I give you scripts and action steps! Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions. COZY...

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 go...

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...

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...

“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 wit...

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 i...

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...

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 practica...