“Your Boots Are Dumb & My Friend’s Mom is Better!” Turning Ugly Moments into Bonding Memories #627

“Your Boots Are Dumb & My Friend’s Mom is Better!” Turning Ugly Moments into Bonding Memories #627

Author: Kirk Martin August 26, 2026 Duration: 23:13
"Your boots are dumb and I don’t even like them!" "My friend’s Mom buys her better things." Ouch. Is this really what you envisioned when you decided to have kids? Whether your child is throwing hurtful insults, refusing dinner, smashing toys, or melting down over sensory issues, it's easy to feel unappreciated and exhausted. I give you specific scripts to turn ugly encounters into bonding moments without the drama. Your kids CAN be responsible for themselves—let’s learn how! P.S. We can share the Calm Parenting Bundle with teachers and other caregivers so they know exactly how to help your strong-willed child! Take advantage of our Back-To-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and download your roadmap to peace today.  Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com if you have questions or need financial help with our Calm Parenting Bundle. COZY EARTHHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off.IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKHUNGRYROOTGo 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 CALENDARRight now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTINGCURE HYDRATIONCure 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.WAYFAIRHead 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.

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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Sibling Scripts: Your Summer Guide to Turn Provoking Into Peace #613 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:05
Usually there’s a provoking child and the more compliant one who gets picked on and has a hard time speaking up. How can you get your strong-willed child to stop provoking siblings? How can you teach your compliant child…
Parenting A Take-Charge Child Without Butting Heads Or Giving In #612 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:43
It’s easy to lock horns with a demanding, strong-willed child who barges into a room and declares what they are going to do…without asking your permission! Does your child ever delay bedtime because they just HAVE TO com…
Special Q&A With My Son, Casey? What Do You Want to Know? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:54
I have two very important things to share with you that will take less than two minutes! If you could ask Casey anything about his experience as a strong-willed child, what would you ask him? Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.co…
What You Can & Should Never Try to Fix About Your Kids #605 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:02
Your kids have brains that work differently. Some have a specific diagnosis. How can you teach your kids about their nature in a positive, constructive way without shame, negativity, or singling them out? I give you scri…