Back-to-School Anxiety & Refusal? 5 Action Steps That Work #507

Back-to-School Anxiety & Refusal? 5 Action Steps That Work #507

Author: Kirk Martin August 6, 2025 Duration: 22:11
What do you say and do when a child struggles with anxiety, refuses to go to school, has separation anxiety, or makes defiant comments? Kirk gives parents (and teachers) 5 concrete, specific strategies that work at home and in the classroom. Did you know that you can share our school programs with your child’s teachers? We have extended the Christmas in July Sale for an extra week so you can do so! Visit https://celebratecalm.com/july-sale/ to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year. Email casey@celebratecalm.com with any questions. AG1 Go to https://DrinkAG1.com/CALM to get $76 of free extras including a shaker bottle, 5 AG1 travel packs and more with your first purchase.  EQUIP HEALTH If you're concerned about your child's relationship with food, don't wait to get an expert's advice. Visit https://equip.health/calm for a free consultation with Equip.  COZY EARTH Go to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.  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.  AIR DOCTOR Head to https://airdoctorpro.com/ and use promo code CALM to get UP TO $300 off an Air Doctor Air Purifier today! LEESA MATTRESSES Go to https://Leesa.com for 25% OFF mattresses with their extended 4th of July Sale PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code CALM Wayfair.com Head to https://Wayfair.com to explore a HUGE outdoor selection. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.  Thrive Market Go to https://ThriveMarket.com/CALM and start saving today. New members also get 30% off their first order and a free gift! Sale ends 8/31. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your household feels more like a courtroom with a strong-willed child who debates every request, take a breath. The Calm Parenting Podcast is a conversation for exactly that reality, hosted by Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm. This isn't about theoretical ideals; it's built on direct experience from years of working with over 1,500 challenging kids, including those with AD/HD, OCD, ODD, and ASD, right in his own home. Kirk translates that hands-on work into concrete steps you can use immediately, strategies that have already shifted dynamics for more than a million parents and teachers worldwide. Each episode moves beyond the frustration of daily power struggles, yelling, and defiance to offer a different path forward. You'll hear practical, life-changing approaches that focus on connection over control, understanding what's really driving the behavior rather than just reacting to it. This podcast provides a sense of solidarity and actionable advice for transforming tense standoffs into cooperative relationships, making your home a calmer place for everyone. Tune in for grounded perspectives that help you respond with intention, not just emotion.
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