Calm Parenting Podcast

Kirk Martin
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  • Parenting
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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

  1. 1d ago

    Why “Name It To Tame It” & Punching Pillows Don’t Work For Intense Kids #635

    Deep breathing, punching pillows and “naming the emotion” sound great on paper—until you try them with an intense child. These traditional calming tools can actually backfire—leaving your child angrier and feeling incapable of managing their emotions. Learn why narrating your child’s emotions is one of the worst things you can do…and instead walk away with actionable, word-for-word scripts that diffuse big emotionsand give your child confidence in their ability to self-regulate. A must listen so please share. P.S. LET YOUR KIDS LISTEN to the Calm Parenting Bundle. We can recommend specific programs for them. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. 4d ago

    There Is Hope For Your ADHD Neurodivergent Child Who Can’t Focus (& 10 Ways to Stop Homework Battles) #634

    Do you have a child who would rather argue for 2 hours over homework rather than complete it in 20 minutes?! Those of us with ADHD or neurodivergent brains learn in different ways, but schools usually only teach one way…leaving us feeling inferior and frustrated. That leads to unnecessary stress and fights over homework. I want to share odd, but effective ways to improve focus and executive function using the brain’s natural super powers. And I will share a story I’ve never told so that you know there is hope for your child! Let your kids listen to this episode so they know how THEIR brain works best!  P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle directly with teachers so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. 6d ago

    Q&A With Casey: How Do You Repair Feeling Like “The Bad Kid”? #633

    Casey shares his first memory of feeling strong-willed and getting judged for it in school…and why it sticks with him to this day. He gives in-depth insight into how to repair your relationship and help your child not feel like “the bad kid.” When your child makes a choice that you strongly disagree with, how can you protect the relationship without pretending to approve of their decision? And we end with one phrase kids need to hear more often. Super insightful episode!  P.S. Share the Calm Parenting Bundle for FREE with family and teachers. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. Sep 9

    Why Kids Choose the Harder Path & Procrastinate: 10 Secrets to Stop Power Struggles #632

    It would be so much easier if your kids would simply do things your way, but they won’t. They will procrastinate and create unnecessary stress. They will purposefully choose the harder path and get burned. Some may then blame you! This episode is jam packed with real life examples to get your kids to be responsible for their daily chores, school work, and meals…without the draining power struggles.  P.S. Let your kids listen to the Calm Parenting Bundle at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. We can recommend specific programs for them. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. Sep 6

    Disciplining & Loving Kids When They REALLY Mess Up : A Guide to Tough Talks & Tough Love #631

    You and I have impulsive, emotional kids who are prone to sneaking screens or food at night and experimenting with porn, drinking, vaping, and drugs. They may steal your credit card for an online purchase. Just confronting them will cause them to be more sneaky or lie. But you can’t let them get away with it. I give you a script and step-by-step process for having tough talks to prevent this behavior from happening again. And I share how a rigid, career military Dad bonded with a son he had nothing in common with.  P.S. Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. We can also recommend specific programs for your specific situation. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with questions or financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  6. Sep 2

    Child Goes From 0-60 Emotionally? Lies When Confronted? 10 Quick Phrases to Calm Any Situation. #630

    It’s easy to escalate situations. I want to make it easy to diffuse tense situations with intense kids. Even when they argue like attorneys, try to push your buttons, are struggling with anxiety or feeling overwhelmed, or lie when asked about their behavior. I give you 10 easy-to-use phrases you can use today!  P.S. You can share our proven school programs included in the Back-to-School Sale directly with your child’s teachers—so you can begin the school year on the same page. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.comwith questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. Aug 30

    Why More Rigid Child Can’t Lose Games, Can Boss Siblings, Must Prove Their Point? #629

    Why does losing a game trigger a massive meltdown? The same reason your kids boss siblings, obsess over fairness and have to prove their point, wear the same clothes and eat the same foods, struggle with changes in plans…and even collect acorns in their pockets. The good news is these behaviors all have the same root cause…and similar solutions! Kirk provides a practical cheat sheet to stop the constant drama…and help your child be more flexible. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with parents and in-laws so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.comwith questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  8. Aug 28

    Scripts to Set Effective Boundaries With Critical Parents & In-Laws #628

    Your primary responsibility is to the family you created, not the family you came from. But standing your ground can feel scary with an intimidating, critical, or manipulative parent. If you’ve spent your whole life staying quiet, this episode is for you. You will have exact, word-for-word scripts to help you confidently set healthy boundaries and earn the respect you deserve. Plus, we’ll show grandparents specific ways to connect with your strong-willed child instead of criticizing them. P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with parents and in-laws so you can be on the same page! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.comwith questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Cozy Earth’s Labor Day Sale is happening now through September 8th. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 30% off home and sleepwear. 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 HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life.  SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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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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  • Creator
    Kirk Martin
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    642
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © ©2025 Celebrate Calm, LLC
  • Show Website
    Calm Parenting Podcast

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