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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

Calm Parenting Podcast Kirk Martin

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 528 Ratings

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

    How to Teach Kids Self-Control & Gratitude

    How to Teach Kids Self-Control & Gratitude

    How to Teach Kids Self-Control & Gratitude
    You sacrifice so much for your kids and sometimes they don’t express gratitude. You don’t want them to grow up feeling entitled and walking all over you. Or maybe your kids can’t seem to control themselves. So how can you teach kids gratitude and self-control in practical ways? Kirk shows you how.

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    • 17 min
    Get Your Kids to Listen Without Being Mean or Asking 12 Times

    Get Your Kids to Listen Without Being Mean or Asking 12 Times

    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!

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    • 16 min
    Stop Power Struggles Over Anxiety & Trying New Things

    Stop Power Struggles Over Anxiety & Trying New Things

    Stop Power Struggles Over Anxiety & Trying New Things
    Do you have a child who struggles with anxiety? Who resists going to new places or trying new activities? You know once you get your child there, he will enjoy it. But it almost always results in yelling, defiance, hurt feelings, and a big power struggle in which everyone loses. Kirk gives you two very practical, concrete strategies to help your child overcome anxiety and stop the power struggles. 

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    • 25 min
    What Anxiety Feels Like For Kids

    What Anxiety Feels Like For Kids

    What Anxiety Feels Like For Kids
    Too often we stigmatize anxiety as if it's something bad when it's completely normal. Kirk recorded this to help both middle/high school kids and their parents normalize anxiety instead of fearing it. Feel free to let your kids listen as it may help them feel understood and stimulate helpful conversations.

    Questions? Need help? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally. 

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    • 12 min
    Reactive, Dawdling Kid Who Lashes Out, Not Good At Losing

    Reactive, Dawdling Kid Who Lashes Out, Not Good At Losing

    Reactive, Dawdling Kid Who Lashes Out, Not Good At Losing 
    You have a sensitive child who overreacts, lashes out, has trouble losing games and connecting with peers, not to mention he dawdles. So what can you possibly do at home and school to help a child like this?

    Questions? Need help? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally. 

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    • 18 min
    5 Ways to Stop the Afternoon Chaos & Meltdowns

    5 Ways to Stop the Afternoon Chaos & Meltdowns

    5 Ways to Stop the Afternoon Chaos & Meltdowns
    How many of you have kids who hold it together at school, but then save the meltdown for you at the end of the day? Or maybe you have a teen or tween who just grunts and won’t open up, just shuts down? That time after work and before dinner can be brutal, so I want to give you some ideas to stop the afternoon chaos.

    Questions? Need help? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com and Casey will help you personally. 

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    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
528 Ratings

528 Ratings

RaisingFerns ,

Extremely helpful!

No nonsense- Kirk jumps right into the topic and I really appreciate his efficiency! He gives scripts along with his explanations which I find especially helpful.
Five stars.
Highly recommend.

r Schumann ,

Direct and honest

It’s not always easy to hear the truth about needing to change as a parent but he does it in such an encouraging way. It’s also really comforting knowing you are not alone in parenting strong willed children. I have learned to appreciate my son so much more and understand how I can change to be a better parent. Thanks Kirk!

Kdhall03 ,

Already hooked!

I’ve only listened to 15 minutes of this podcast and I already can’t wait to hear more. Love the practicality of it. Taking notes!

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