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

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

Author: Kirk Martin October 12, 2025 Duration: 23:25
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.

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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The One Key to Stop 80% Of Power Struggles With Your Kids #552 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:57
Your kids are NOT rejecting you or your authority. They are rejecting your anxiety, which compels you to lecture and micromanage…and compels your kids to resist you even more! The good news is you can quickly stop 80% of…
Which Consequences Work for Lying, Disrespect & Defiance? #551 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:00
Your child lies right to your face or responds in a disrespectful tone to test boundaries. Your toddler yells, "I hate you, Mommy!" Teens and tweens roll their eyes at you or begin drinking/vaping against your rules. Wha…
Why Won’t My Kids Do Easy Things When I Ask?! #550 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:49
Why Won’t My Kids Do Easy Things When I Ask?! It's not like you are asking your kids to do anything unreasonable or hard! And yet they resist you. How can we get our kids to actually be responsible for themselves without…
5 Easy Ways To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights This Week #548 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:58
You have tired, irritable kids who are bored, out of their routine, and bugging each other. You’ll be tempted to double down on consequences in the moment—which spiral into huge meltdowns and fights between spouses! So w…