A focused case for protecting curiosity when school rewards compliance.
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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 [email protected]
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Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Calm Parenting Podcast makes difficult behavior more legible by pairing firm expectations with parental self-control and respect for a child's autonomy.
Kirk Martin turns common power struggles into close readings of what a child may be protecting: autonomy, dignity, intensity, or room to solve a problem alone.
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A golf-course story about the hard work of giving a child space to figure something out.
The episode turns child autonomy into something concrete: a tense stretch on the golf course as Daniel rejects his mother's attempts to fix his swing. His pushback reads less like defiance than persistence.
A blunt, useful reset on how parental preferences can turn ordinary choices into power struggles.
The Calm Parenting Podcast frames everyday standoffs as moments when a parent's preference quietly hardens into a demand. Through questions about school motivation, a child's refusal to move up a level, and a rule about keeping outside clothes off the bed, the host keeps…
A clear, brisk reframing of arguing and resistance as a search for intensity and connection, with parents asked to shift their response.
The episode frames arguing, refusal, resistance, and homework battles as behavior worth studying before judging. Its clearest idea is that some children argue like attorneys because conflict produces intensity fast, and a parent's angry attention can register as connection.
A practical take on tired, shut-down kids and the words adults use around them.
The episode treats kids who get tired and shut down around school as a cue for context, not judgment. It keeps the advice grounded: children should not be expected to act like adults, and the tone stays calm even when the host is talking about grandparents or a preschool…
A traffic-light script for making transitions less combative and more workable.
The episode works best when it turns a familiar transition problem into a plain three-color code: red, yellow, and green. That framing gives parents concrete language for moments when a child needs a firmer handoff and when a softer landing makes more sense, whether the shift is…
A compact playbook for fairness fights that keeps the relationship ahead of the argument.
This piece focuses on the familiar parent-child standoff where a child keeps pressing a fairness point and will not let it go. It treats the disagreement as a clue, not just a problem to shut down, and asks what sits underneath it: wanting to be heard, wanting a real point…
A blunt reset on boundaries that still leaves room for connection.
The piece lands on a practical middle ground: one parent can stay warm and understanding, while the other draws the line and says the child still has to follow through. That is the useful part here.
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- 1
Be The Cycle-Breaker: 3 Scripts to Break the Parenting Patterns You Grew Up With #569
"When I was a little boy I learned that I had to hide and not speak in order to stay safe."
·23m·1 clip - 2
Why Smiley Faces, Sad Faces & Typical Discipline Methods Are Destructive And Make Behavior Worse #579
·25m - 3
When A Child Is Defiant & Verbally Disrespectful: A Script and Action Plan #578
·23m - 4
We Got Our PDA/ADHD/ND Son Off Screens & Out of the House! #574
Validate his anxiety with intensity and normalize it, but don't stop there: give them tools.
·23m·1 clip - 5
22 Ways to Teach Impulse Control & Delayed Gratification #573
Hidden gemKirk Martin's Calm Parenting Podcast episode #573 lays out 22 ways to teach impulse control and delayed gratification, after he says he originally planned 10.
·23m·1 clip - 6
Child Great One-on-One, But Disrupts Family Dynamic, Won’t Apologize to Sibling? #577
Hidden gemCalm Parenting Podcast #577 centers on a strong-willed child who refuses to apologize to a sibling and turns a simple correction into a family standoff.
·25m·1 clip - 7
Help For Kids Who Want To Quit, Complain, Be Negative, Are Messy & Forgetful, Compete With Siblings, Have ADHD #576
Hidden gemKirk Martin uses Calm Parenting Podcast #576 to answer parent questions about negative self-talk, messy ADHD brains, sibling competition, quitting sports, and nonstop complaining.
·24m·1 clip - 8
Teaching Impulse Control With Screens, Teens, Toddlers & Teachers II #575
Hidden gemKirk Martin opens with a listener example from Lindsay, a 10-year-old whose power struggles were cut in half when her mother stopped reacting and Lindsay started owning her morning routine, homework, and food prep.
·24m·1 clip - 9
Raising A Resilient, Responsible Child (Even When They Are Slamming Things!) #571
Calm Parenting Podcast #571, "Raising A Resilient, Responsible Child (Even When They Are Slamming Things!)," centers on Kirk Martin's case for teaching frustration tolerance instead of chasing short-term happiness.
·23m·1 clip - 10
Deeply Feeling Child Blames You? 5 Ways to Stop Walking on Eggshells & Escalating #580
·27m - 11
When Time-Outs, Behavior Charts & Taking Away Screens Don’t Work, Try This… #584
Hidden gemKirk Martin offers parenting strategies for neurodivergent children, including an ad for IXL learning program and a personal story about his son's thoughtful Mother's Day gift.
Apr 19, 2026·24m·1 clip - 12
Why Your Child’s Fierce Autonomy is Good & How to Get Husbands/Siblings To Understand #583
Hidden gemKirk Martin offers parenting strategies for neurodivergent children, including an ad for IXL learning and a personal story about his son's thoughtful Mother's Day gift.
Apr 17, 2026·23m·1 clip - 13
“My Child Is A Mini-Me. Help!” Stop the Power Struggles & Drama #582
Hidden gemKirk Martin promotes IXL learning and Cozy Earth products while discussing parenting strategies for strong-willed children.
Apr 15, 2026·22m·1 clip - 14
10 Ways to Help Kids Who Procrastinate, Choose the Harder Path, Get The Last Word In, Argue, Resist Homework (ADHD), Get Bored Easily. #581
Hidden gemKirk Martin shares parenting strategies for strong-willed children, including a personal story and sponsor messages.
Apr 12, 2026·25m·1 clip - 15
Kids Who Get Angry, Say "I'm Stupid" or Shut Down When You Remind or Correct Them? #572
Kirk Martin discusses why children, especially strong-willed or neurodivergent kids, react with anger or self-criticism to simple corrections, explaining it stems from feeling overwhelmed by their weaknesses.
Mar 15, 2026·22m·2 clips - 16
Get Resistant Kids to Get Off Screens, Come to Dinner, Transition Without Fights #570
Kirk Martin discusses practical strategies for parents to handle resistant children, focusing on entering their world to build connection before compliance.
Mar 8, 2026·22m·1 clip - 17
5 Scripts When Kids Argue, Prove Their Point, Won't Relent. #568
Kirk Martin shares five scripts for parents to handle argumentative children, using personal stories about his son Casey and listener examples to reframe defiance as positive traits and build trust.
Mar 1, 2026·24m·2 clips - 18
Practical Ways to Establish Boundaries & Stay Connected With Really Intense Kids #567
Kirk Martin shares practical strategies for parenting strong-willed children, focusing on identifying personal triggers, reframing defiance as persistence, and improving co-parenting dynamics.
Feb 27, 2026·41m·3 clips - 19
How to Address Unfairness When A Sibling Has PDA, ADHD, ND #566
Kirk Martin discusses strategies for addressing unfairness when a sibling has PDA, focusing on reframing fairness as equity, validating sibling frustrations, and normalizing brain differences.
Feb 25, 2026·21m·1 clip - 20
Practical Ways to Discipline (Not Punish) Toddlers Through Teens #565
Kirk Martin discusses practical discipline strategies for parents, focusing on teaching over punishment, with examples like handling lying, picky eating, and phone usage.
Feb 22, 2026·22m·2 clips - 21
Punishment v. Discipline: 10 Ways to Get Unstuck From Endless Consequences #564
Kirk Martin discusses the key differences between punishment and discipline in parenting, offering 10 insights to help parents move from frustration to teaching.
Feb 18, 2026·20m·1 clip - 22
When PDA Kids Resist | What My Son Taught Me About Anxiety #563
Kirk Martin shares his personal experience with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), revealing how he masked symptoms for years and how his son Casey also exhibits PDA traits.
Feb 15, 2026·18m·1 clip - 23
When YOU Feel Out of Control As A Parent... #562
Kirk Martin addresses common parenting struggles like lecturing, disrespect, and feeling overwhelmed, offering practical strategies to shift from control to curiosity and break generational patterns.
Feb 11, 2026·26m·2 clips - 24
How to Get Kids to Finally Listen...Without Using Words #561
Kirk Martin explores why parental lecturing backfires, distinguishing it from effective teaching driven by confidence rather than anxiety.
Feb 8, 2026·24m·2 clips - 25
My Son, Casey, Explains How My Changing As A Dad Affected Him #560
Kirk and Casey Martin discuss how Kirk's shift from authoritarian parenting to self-control transformed their relationship, exploring themes of fatherhood, masculinity, and practical strategies for calm parenting.
Feb 6, 2026·41m·3 clips - 26
Tough Toddler, Teen & In-Between Behavior Issues #559
Kirk Martin discusses strategies for parents to handle irritating behaviors in strong-willed or neurodivergent children, using real-life stories like a mom praising her daughter's late-night project completion and kids using pillows for wrestling.
Feb 4, 2026·21m·1 clip - 27
Tantrums & Meltdowns? Scripts to Stop Them & De-Escalate #558
Kirk Martin discusses how to differentiate between tantrums and meltdowns, offering scripts and strategies to de-escalate emotional outbursts.
Feb 1, 2026·22m·2 clips - 28
Faster Mornings & Smoother Transitions: 10 Ways to Get Kids Unstuck #557
Hidden gemKirk Martin shares parenting strategies for strong-willed children, including sponsor messages for CozyEarth and IXL.
Jan 28, 2026·22m·1 clip - 29
Child Who Struggles with Physical Aggression, Impulsivity, ADHD, Social Skills, Anxiety? #556
Kirk Martin introduces the Calm Parenting Podcast, offering strategies for parents of strong-willed children, and promotes sponsors IXL and Cozy Earth.
Jan 25, 2026·24m - 30
Scripts For Kids Who Talk Back, Lash Out, Won’t Listen, Refuse to Move No Matter Your Consequence? #555
Kirk Martin promotes sponsors and introduces strategies for parenting strong-willed children.
Jan 21, 2026·25m - 31
How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Using Fear or Being Permissive #554
Kirk Martin shares parenting strategies for strong-willed and neurodivergent children, including product endorsements for Cozy Earth and IXL.
Jan 18, 2026·27m - 32
Kids Who Act Like Nothing Happened After Meltdown, Laugh When Disciplined? #553
Jan 14, 2026·25m - 33
The One Key to Stop 80% Of Power Struggles With Your Kids #552
Jan 11, 2026·23m - 34
Which Consequences Work for Lying, Disrespect & Defiance? #551
Jan 7, 2026·23m - 35
Why Won’t My Kids Do Easy Things When I Ask?! #550
Jan 4, 2026·27m - 36
How To Stop Reacting, Help Kids with Anxiety/PDA/ADHD & Partner With Teachers #549
Jan 1, 2026·22m - 37
5 Easy Ways To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights This Week #548
Dec 28, 2025·18m - 38
Kids Who Appear Lazy, Blame Others, Won’t Accept Responsibility, Pick On Siblings, Act Aggressively? 5 Ways To Help Over Holidays. #547
Dec 24, 2025·23m - 39
6 Creative Ways to Motivate Kids To Listen, Be Responsible & Do Chores #546
Dec 21, 2025·23m - 40
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 8: How to Motivate Undisciplined or Lazy Kids Not Living Up to Their Potential
Dec 19, 2025·8m - 41
Kids Who Struggle with Organization, Following Directions, Writing Essays, Turning in Homework? #545
Dec 17, 2025·23m - 42
Moody, Intense Kids Who Complain & Control The Mood Of Your Home #544
Dec 14, 2025·23m - 43
Should You Medicate? 20 Natural Ways to Help ND & ADHD Kids #543
Dec 10, 2025·24m - 44
“How Can I Stop Snapping At My Kids When They Pick At Food & Siblings, Refuse Schoolwork, Act & Entitled?” #542
Dec 7, 2025·23m - 45
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 7: Ever Get Triggered? Try These 3 Steps.
Dec 5, 2025·6m - 46
Kids Who Push Buttons, Roll Their Eyes, or Argue Like Attorneys? Try These 5 Scripts. #541
Dec 3, 2025·23m - 47
Tired Of Being A Verbal Punching Bag & Want Kids to Be Responsible For Impulse Control & Sassy Attitudes? #540
Nov 30, 2025·23m - 48
5 Quick Ways to Calm Big Emotions During Thanksgiving #539
Nov 26, 2025·21m - 49
Tired Of Being Judged & Having Your Child’s Spirit Crushed? 10 Quick Tips #538
Nov 23, 2025·24m - 50
4 Ways to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns With Family & In Public #537
Nov 19, 2025·21m - 51
10 Ways to Cultivate A Growth Mindset in Kids Who Make Excuses, Blame Others, Lose Poorly #536
Nov 16, 2025·23m - 52
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 6: How to Lead Kids Who Are Upset or Won’t Listen
Nov 14, 2025·6m - 53
How to Turn Mad Toddlers, Teens & In Between Into Resilient Kids #535
Nov 12, 2025·23m - 54
Triggered By Kids’ Noises & Messes, Sibling Fights, Backtalk, Dawdling? #534
Nov 9, 2025·24m - 55
When Kids Reflexively Say No, Reject Your Ideas, Food & Faith #533
Nov 5, 2025·25m - 56
Should You Celebrate Your Child Infuriating You (& Lying About It)? #532
Nov 2, 2025·21m - 57
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 5: Navigating the Landmine of Kids & Sports
Nov 1, 2025·7m - 58
3 Common Situations In Which You Can “Give In” & Still Be A Good Parent #531
Oct 29, 2025·23m - 59
7 Favorite Ideas For Sleep, Anxiety, Meltdowns, School, Homework & Impulsivity #530
Oct 26, 2025·23m - 60
When Kids Reject Your Help & Refuse To Listen to You #529
Oct 22, 2025·22m - 61
Do You Need To Grieve The Child (& Childhood) You Didn’t Get? #528
Oct 19, 2025·22m - 62
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 4: Don't Ask Your Wife to be the Referee
Oct 17, 2025·7m - 63
Face to Face With An Angry, Frustrated, Anxious Child #527
Oct 15, 2025·24m - 64
Home Life Spiraling Out of Control? 7 Ways to Change Daily Battles ASAP #526
Oct 12, 2025·23m - 65
10 Ways to Internally Motivate Confident Kids & Prepare Them For Life Success #525
Oct 8, 2025·25m - 66
School Is Not That Important (& What IS Important) #524
Oct 5, 2025·22m - 67
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 3: Discipline Without Drama
Oct 3, 2025·8m - 68
Son Blurts Out, Dad Feels Left Out, Mom Feels Caught in the Middle #523
Oct 1, 2025·21m - 69
A Different Way to Use Consequences (From Toddlers to Teens) #522
Sep 28, 2025·24m - 70
How to De-Escalate & Discipline Defiant Behavior #521
Sep 24, 2025·24m - 71
When & Where To Draw The Line With Your Kids (Let the Kid Wear His Cowboy Hat!) #520
Kirk Martin shares parenting strategies for neurodivergent children, including product recommendations and an alternative learning program.
Sep 21, 2025·22m - 72
3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior (And Yourself!) #519
Sep 17, 2025·22m - 73
ADHD Neurodivergent Kids & Adults: 10 Ways to Improve Focus & Executive Function (And Stop Homework Battles!) #518
Sep 14, 2025·23m - 74
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 2: Disrespect & Backtalk
Sep 12, 2025·8m - 75
Stop Fights Over Screens For Toddlers Through Teens #517
Sep 10, 2025·27m - 76
Kids Who Procrastinate, Touch the Hot Stove, Resist You? 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles #516
Sep 7, 2025·23m - 77
Catch Your Child Stealing, Sneaking Screens, Drinking, Vaping, Watching Porn? #515
Sep 3, 2025·25m - 78
Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 1
Sep 1, 2025·8m - 79
When Kids Boss Siblings, Melt Down Over Losing, Prove Their Point or Say, “That’s Not Fair!” #514
Aug 30, 2025·25m - 80
Get Kids Moving More Quickly: 10 Practical Ideas To Try This Week #513
Aug 27, 2025·22m - 81
Are Kids Supposed to Be Immediately Obedient? How Can You Motivate Kids Without Fear? #512
Kirk Martin promotes sponsors and introduces strategies for parenting strong-willed children.
Aug 24, 2025·23m - 82
Unmotivated Child, Won’t Push Through, Avoids Tasks, Always Asks “Why?” #511
Aug 20, 2025·26m - 83
Big Emotions Are Coming: 5 Ways to Prepare #510
Aug 17, 2025·27m - 84
Want A Resilient Child? Back Off (& Shut Up) Part II #509
Aug 13, 2025·21m - 85
Want A Responsible Child? Back Off (& Shut Up) Part I #508
Aug 10, 2025·24m - 86
Back-to-School Anxiety & Refusal? 5 Action Steps That Work #507
Aug 6, 2025·22m - 87
School Struggles with Transitions, Impulse Control, Following Directions, Social Skills? #506
Aug 3, 2025·22m - 88
10 Quick Phrases That Instantly Calm Kids Who Are Angry, Defiant, Arguing & Bossy #505
Aug 1, 2025·23m - 89
The Root of Anger & Frustration: 8 Questions to Ask #504
Jul 30, 2025·24m - 90
Battling Toddlers, Teens, & In-Between? 3 Quick Ways to Change Your Family Life ASAP #503
Jul 27, 2025·20m - 91
7 Strategies to Stop Summer Sibling Squabbles #502
Jul 23, 2025·22m - 92
12 Social Skills Ideas For Kids Who Miss Social Cues, Become Possessive or Boss Friends, Etc. #501
Jul 20, 2025·22m - 93
Controversial Q&A: ODD, Tween Won’t Listen, Gut Issues, Blending Families, Hoarding, Homeschooling & More #500
Jul 18, 2025·23m - 94
Guilt-Free Discipline, Teaching Compliant Kids to Speak Up, Sibling Fairness #499
Jul 16, 2025·22m - 95
Demanding Kids Who Argue When Told No: 3 Strategies That Work #498
Jul 13, 2025·21m - 96
10 Insights into Strong-Willed Kids You Must Know & Accept #497
Jul 9, 2025·25m - 97
Kids Who Complain, Relatives Who Judge, Parents Who Are Overwhelmed #496
Jul 6, 2025·25m - 98
10 Do’s & Don’ts to Stop Emotional Fireworks & Meet Sensory Needs #495
Jul 2, 2025·22m - 99
2-Minute Personal Message from Kirk
Jun 30, 2025·2m - 100
Discipline Without Yelling or Giving In? 3 Questions You Must Ask #494
Jun 29, 2025·23m - 101
Summer Sanity: 6 Ways to Build Your Child's Confidence #493
Jun 25, 2025·23m - 102
The Battle That Changed Me: How To De-Escalate & Discipline #492
Jun 22, 2025·23m - 103
More Scripts to Explain Your Child’s Diagnosis or Struggles (Part 2) #491
Jun 20, 2025·23m - 104
A Script to Explain Your Child’s Diagnosis or Struggles (Part 1) #490
Jun 18, 2025·25m - 105
10 Ways to Stop Irritating Power Struggles Without Reacting #489
Jun 15, 2025·23m - 106
11 Ways to “Correct” A Strong-Willed Child Without Provoking A Battle #488
Jun 11, 2025·24m - 107
A Different Way to Discipline Pure Defiance (Best Podcast of 2025) #487
Jun 8, 2025·32m - 108
What It Feels Like to Be A Sensitive, Strong-Willed Child #486
Jun 4, 2025·22m - 109
Anxiety Over New Activities, Summer Camp, Moving, School & More? #485
Jun 1, 2025·22m - 110
How To Be A Dad Your Kids Listen To #484
May 30, 2025·20m - 111
7 Ways to Stop Negative Behavior & Control Your Own Anxiety #483
May 28, 2025·22m - 112
Fighting On Vacation? 5 Steps to Stop Stress & Struggles #482
May 25, 2025·22m - 113
Q&A: 5 Odd Answers To Tough Questions #481
May 21, 2025·22m - 114
Spicy Toddlers, Teens & In Between: 10 Ways to Prevent Constant Battles #480
May 18, 2025·23m - 115
Massive Meltdowns: 5 Steps To Calm Kids Who Blame & Feel Shame #479
May 14, 2025·25m - 116
Moms, You Are Doing A Better Job Than You Think! (10 Lies You’re Told) #478
May 11, 2025·22m - 117
7 Killer Ideas to Get Kids to Clean Up Emotional, Relational & Physical Messes #477
May 7, 2025·24m - 118
Messes, Sibling Fights, Whining, Defiance: How to Tackle Your Triggers #476
May 4, 2025·24m - 119
10 Ways to Get Your Husband On Board #475
May 2, 2025·27m - 120
Kids Who Struggle When Plans Change, Refuse Instructions, Always Ask, “Why” #474
Apr 30, 2025·25m - 121
“I’m A Bad Kid. I’m Stupid.” Kid Who Works Slowly, Daydreams, Doesn’t Participate. #473
Apr 27, 2025·26m - 122
What It’s Like To Be A Mom…From A Mom #472
Apr 25, 2025·21m - 123
You're Not Doing Anything Wrong! Why Isn't It Working? #471
Apr 23, 2025·24m - 124
5 Things I Feared About My Son & His Future #470
Apr 20, 2025·26m - 125
Moody Child Who Blames YOU? 5 Ways to Avoid Emotional Collisions #469
Apr 16, 2025·27m - 126
Why Kids Refuse Homework (ADHD), Fight Siblings & Argue #468
Apr 13, 2025·25m - 127
Why Won't My Child Apologize? Disrupts Family/Sibling Dynamic #467
Apr 9, 2025·25m - 128
Q&A: Kids Interrupt On Phone, Co-Parenting, Kids Who Lose It When Lose Games, Focus in Classroom #466
Apr 6, 2025·22m - 129
Stop Lying & Stealing. Help for Adopted Kids. Alternatives to Spanking? #465
Apr 2, 2025·22m - 130
Defiant, Disrespectful Child: A Script to Repair Your Relationship #464
Mar 30, 2025·23m - 131
Adoption #2: Kids Who Never Seem Full or Happy, Unhealthy Attachments, Separation & Sleep Issues #463
Mar 28, 2025·24m - 132
Q&A: Kids Who Complain, Compete with Siblings, Quit Sports? Anxiety and OCD Issues? Teen Priorities? #462
Mar 26, 2025·23m - 133
3 Easy Ways to Change Your Child’s Behavior Quickly (Discipline That Works!) #461
Mar 23, 2025·24m - 134
Do Adopted Kids Struggle More? Part #1 #460
Mar 21, 2025·34m - 135
A Life-Changing Script for Kids With Negative Self-Talk (Forgetful, ADHD) #459
Mar 18, 2025·22m - 136
Raising A Resilient, Responsible Child (Even When They Thrash About!) #458
Mar 16, 2025·23m - 137
Kids Ignore, Resist, or Fight You? Get Them Moving More Quickly. #457
Mar 12, 2025·22m - 138
3 Ways to Break Childhood Patterns & Reparent Yourself #456
Mar 9, 2025·23m - 139
Tough Discipline Your Kids Will Respect (Without Being Mean) #455
Mar 5, 2025·22m - 140
Jr. Attorney, Cop & Judge At Home? 5 Responses to Arguing #454
Mar 2, 2025·24m - 141
Kids Anxious, Smashing Toys, Calling You Stupid, Refusing to Eat, AM Routine? #453
Feb 26, 2025·22m - 142
FAFO Parenting Will NOT Work With Strong-Willed Children #452
Feb 23, 2025·23m - 143
Millennial Moms & Dads: Becoming the Parent You Never Had #451
Feb 21, 2025·54m - 144
Are You Excusing Behavior...Or Changing It? A Challenge! #450
Feb 19, 2025·21m - 145
Pt. 2: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #449
Feb 16, 2025·26m - 146
Eating, Sleeping & Potty Training Challenges? Get Real Help! #448
Feb 13, 2025·22m - 147
Pt. 1: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #447
Feb 9, 2025·24m - 148
ADHD or ND Kids? 8 Ways to Build Resilience, Confidence & Self-Control #446
Feb 7, 2025·1h 11m - 149
Your Child’s Next Meltdown Is A Huge Opportunity #445
Feb 5, 2025·22m - 150
Morning Madness & Tough Transitions: 12 Creative Ideas #444
Feb 2, 2025·22m - 151
Why Kids Say 'No' Instantly (You Won’t Like My Response!) #443
Jan 29, 2025·22m - 152
Q&A: Social Skills, ADHD, Impulsivity, Physically Explosive, Testing, Refusal, Anxiety #442
Jan 26, 2025·24m - 153
Scripts For Kids Who Talk Back, Refuse to Go Places or Listen #441
Jan 22, 2025·25m - 154
How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Giving In Or Escalating #440
Jan 19, 2025·27m - 155
Want to Podcast, Write A Book, Help People? 10 Important Lessons
Jan 17, 2025·23m - 156
Consequences for Defiance, Disrespect & Lying? #439
Jan 15, 2025·23m - 157
Why Won’t My Kids Just Do What I Ask?! #438
Jan 12, 2025·27m - 158
Meltdowns Over Meaningless Things? Kids Won’t Let You Correct Them? #437
Jan 8, 2025·25m - 159
Are Kids Rejecting Your Authority…Or Your Anxiety? #436
Jan 5, 2025·24m - 160
Change Behavior ASAP At Home & School: 3 Quick Tips #435
Jan 1, 2025·24m - 161
5 Quick Tips To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights During Chaotic Holiday Break
Dec 27, 2024·20m - 162
What Your Kids Will Remember & What They Will Forget
Dec 24, 2024·22m - 163
When To Say No & Yes (Bored, Unhappy, Tattling and Fighting Siblings)
Dec 21, 2024·22m - 164
Stop Power Struggles with Toddlers, Teens & In-Between
Dec 18, 2024·23m - 165
Self-Centered Child? Unfair With Siblings, Does Minimal Work & No Chores?
Dec 15, 2024·26m - 166
Expert Button-Pusher Who Argues & Negotiates? 5 Scripts & Action Steps to Help.
Dec 11, 2024·23m - 167
Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad Manners
Dec 7, 2024·22m - 168
Stop Homework & Homeschooling Battles: 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Kids’ Brains
Dec 4, 2024·26m - 169
Grumpy, Complaining, Tantrumy Kids from Ages 2-22?
Dec 1, 2024·21m - 170
Crash Course: Kids Who Don’t Comply, Listen, or Care About Consequences
Nov 29, 2024·20m - 171
Feeling Judged By Family? 10 Quick Tips With A Strong-Willed Child
Nov 27, 2024·24m - 172
How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With Family
Nov 23, 2024·24m - 173
How Chicken Nuggets Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Part 2)
Nov 20, 2024·24m - 174
8 Ways to Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Sibling Fights, Lying, & More) Part 1
Nov 17, 2024·23m - 175
Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Success
Nov 15, 2024·20m - 176
Screens Q&A: No Drama Screen Safety & Success from Toddlers to Teens
Nov 13, 2024·31m - 177
10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 2 (Why Punching Pillows Doesn’t Work)
Nov 10, 2024·25m - 178
10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 1
Nov 6, 2024·22m - 179
Triggered By Sibling Fights, Noise, Messes & More?
Nov 3, 2024·23m - 180
ADHD & ND Kids: 25 Ways To Help
Oct 30, 2024·26m - 181
Are You Giving In...Or Just Using Wisdom?
Oct 27, 2024·22m - 182
“I Don’t Want Your Help!” When Kids Won’t Listen to You.
Oct 23, 2024·21m - 183
The Day I Finally Changed Myself Instead of My Son
Oct 20, 2024·23m - 184
Kids Who Lie, Steal, Sneak Things At Night
Oct 16, 2024·23m - 185
10 Ways To Stop Power Struggles & Get Kids To Do Stuff
Oct 13, 2024·27m - 186
3 Ways to Motivate Teens & Tweens
Oct 11, 2024·43m - 187
Stop Punishing Kids For Having A Busy Brain
Oct 9, 2024·24m - 188
3 Ways to Handle Your Triggers & Trauma
Oct 6, 2024·24m - 189
Consequences: From Toddler Tantrums to Teen Transgressions
Oct 2, 2024·26m - 190
At Your Wits’ End? 5 Ways to Get Your Sanity Back & Your Kids to Be Responsible
Sep 29, 2024·24m - 191
Defiance, De-Escalation, & Discipline
Sep 25, 2024·24m - 192
Child Who Argues, Melts Down Over Losing, Bosses Siblings?
Sep 22, 2024·23m - 193
You’re A Control Freak! 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles.
Sep 18, 2024·24m - 194
3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior (And Yourself!)
Sep 15, 2024·22m - 195
An Instruction Manual For Connecting With Your Strong-Willed Child
Sep 11, 2024·24m - 196
5 Ways to Get Kids Moving More Quickly
Sep 8, 2024·25m - 197
"F*** You, Mom!" Scripts to Handle Disrespect
Sep 4, 2024·23m - 198
How to Help Defiant, Task Avoidant, Unmotivated Kids Who Ask "Why?"
Sep 1, 2024·27m - 199
Tough Talks with Kids: Stealing, Sneaking Things at Night, Vaping, Porn
Aug 28, 2024·24m - 200
3 Ways to Stop Yelling, Lecturing & Power Struggles
Aug 25, 2024·25m - 201
When Behavior Charts & Consequences Don't Work (Help for Teachers)
Aug 21, 2024·21m - 202
10 Ways to Stop Daily Homework Battles
Aug 18, 2024·23m - 203
Anxiety, School Refusal, & Defiance: 5 Strategies That Work
Aug 14, 2024·25m - 204
5 Secrets to Prevent School Battles & Motivate Your Kids
Aug 11, 2024·24m - 205
Child Won’t Follow Rules, Not Motivated by Rewards or Consequences, Gets Angry When Say No
Aug 7, 2024·24m - 206
Child Won’t Accept Responsibility, Lashes Out When Corrected, Picks on Siblings?
Aug 4, 2024·25m - 207
Q&A: Impulse Control, Messy Bedrooms, Sassy Kids & More
Aug 1, 2024·27m - 208
Complaining, Bored kids and Judgmental Relatives (Vacation Tips)
Jul 27, 2024·24m - 209
Social Skills & Sibling Squabbles #2
Jul 24, 2024·27m - 210
Social Skills & Sibling Squabbles #1
Jul 21, 2024·21m - 211
3 Ways to Help Frustrated Kids So They Don't Beat Themselves Up
Jul 17, 2024·26m - 212
How to Stop Entitlement, Build Resilience & Stop Being Referee With Siblings?
Jul 14, 2024·20m - 213
Navigating Neurodiversity: 8 Tips for Parenting Your Unique Child with Holly Blanc Moses
Jul 10, 2024·1h 11m - 214
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind (Give Their Brain A Win)
Jul 7, 2024·23m - 215
7 Ways to Stop Emotional Fireworks & Meet Sensory Needs
Jul 4, 2024·19m - 216
Fights Over Chores, Sibling Fairness, Tough Discipline
Jul 1, 2024·20m - 217
Relentless Arguer, Gets Last Word In, Demands Fairness?
Jun 23, 2024·19m - 218
3 Shocking Thoughts Strong-Willed Kids Want to Share With You
Jun 19, 2024·14m - 219
Discipline Without Being Angry or Permissive
Jun 16, 2024·28m - 220
Why You Want Your Kids to Say, “No.”
Jun 12, 2024·30m - 221
Outright Defiance/Refusal: My Best Podcast of 2024
Jun 9, 2024·39m - 222
Feeling Powerless with Video Games? 2 Ways to Take Back Control
Jun 5, 2024·30m - 223
4 Ways to Stop Power Struggles & Control Yourself
Jun 2, 2024·30m - 224
Tough Teens & Tweens 101: Motivation, Screens, School Refusal, Defiance and More
May 29, 2024·15m - 225
5 Ways to Stop Anxiety-Driven Battles & Meltdowns
May 26, 2024·30m - 226
Are You Letting Kids “Get Away” With Things?
May 19, 2024·25m - 227
10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles With Toddlers, Teens & In Between
May 14, 2024·40m - 228
5-Minute Mother's Day Message
May 11, 2024·4m - 229
Moms Coddle Husbands (Not Kids)
May 8, 2024·14m - 230
How to De-Escalate A Nuclear Meltdown & Stop The Shame Cycle
May 5, 2024·24m - 231
Disagree About Discipline? Want to Get Control of Screens?
May 1, 2024·20m - 232
Why Kids Argue, Fight Siblings, Refuse Homework (ADHD)
Apr 28, 2024·25m - 233
When Kids Say “No” Or Ask “Why?” Reflexively
Apr 21, 2024·25m - 234
How I Almost Ruined My Relationship With My Son
Apr 17, 2024·30m - 235
How to Avoid Poisoning Your Child’s Confidence
Apr 14, 2024·25m - 236
Why Do Your Neuro-Divergent Kids Do These Things?
Apr 10, 2024·32m - 237
The Quickest Way to Change Your Child’s Behavior
Apr 7, 2024·20m - 238
Defiant, Moody Child Won’t Stop & Blames You: 5 Ways to Stop This
Mar 31, 2024·22m - 239
Child Not Living Up To Your Expectations? Use This Script.
Mar 24, 2024·25m - 240
A Special Message For Kids Who Feel Different (Dedicated to Poppy!)
Mar 20, 2024·9m - 241
Get Your Kids to Listen Without Being Mean or Asking 12 Times
Mar 17, 2024·13m - 242
Considering UN-Schooling? A Practical Framework
Mar 13, 2024·17m - 243
You Did What?! Disobeying & Lying About It
Mar 10, 2024·16m - 244
Why Kids Choose Consequences Over Simply Doing What You Ask
Mar 3, 2024·25m - 245
When Kids Want To Do Things Their Own Way!
Feb 25, 2024·20m - 246
A Personal, Self-Serving, 5-Minute Podcast!
Feb 21, 2024·6m - 247
Angry, Aggressive Child Who Swears, Lies, Lashes Out
Feb 18, 2024·28m - 248
Confronting Your Parents & In-Laws
Feb 13, 2024·15m - 249
You Are NOT Responsible For Your Child’s Happiness, Mood or Gratitude
Feb 11, 2024·44m - 250
Kids Are NOT Supposed To Be Immediately Obedient
Feb 4, 2024·35m - 251
When Childhood Trauma Affects Parenting: 3 Ideas to Help You
Jan 28, 2024·26m - 252
5 Ways To Be A Better Parent, Leader & Manager
Jan 24, 2024·42m - 253
3 Specific Ways to Help Kids In School
Jan 16, 2024·19m - 254
From Authoritarian to Connected Parenting (Without Being Too Sweet)
Jan 14, 2024·39m - 255
3 Tough Talks With Husbands & Dads
Jan 10, 2024·34m - 256
Stop Whining, Complaining & Tantrums NOW!
Jan 7, 2024·24m - 257
Stop Anxiety, Perfectionism & Controlling People’s Emotions
Dec 30, 2023·24m - 258
Q&A: Sibling Fights, Unhappy Kids, Parents with Control Issues, Kids Throwing Things
Dec 27, 2023·31m - 259
When Plans Change: Kids Who Lose It When Disappointed
Dec 23, 2023·15m - 260
When Your Child Provokes You: 3 Ways to Stop Reacting
Dec 17, 2023·17m - 261
Q&A: Fear of Failure, Calming A Chaotic Home, Child Doesn’t Want to Participate?
Dec 13, 2023·25m - 262
Grumpy Kid? How to Change This (& Yourself)
Dec 10, 2023·27m - 263
5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Clean Up Messes (Part II)
Dec 6, 2023·28m - 264
Overcoming Triggers That Set You Off: Messes Everywhere Part I
Dec 3, 2023·32m - 265
Stop Fights Between Siblings & Parents. Build Confidence.
Nov 26, 2023·18m - 266
Thanksgiving: 8 Ways to Handle Big Emotions (And Judgmental Family!)
Nov 19, 2023·21m - 267
Parents with Big Emotions: 5 Responses When Kids Push Your Buttons.
Nov 12, 2023·23m - 268
BIG DEFIANCE FROM A BROKEN RELATIONSHIP & CHILD
Nov 8, 2023·27m - 269
Stop Defiance & Big Emotions From Anxiety
Nov 5, 2023·20m - 270
MEN: How to Stop the Yelling & Power Struggles (Men In The Arena Guest Podcast)
Nov 3, 2023·1h 6m - 271
Calming A Screaming Toddler or Venomous Teen
Nov 1, 2023·21m - 272
5 Strategies to Help Kids With Big Emotions
Oct 29, 2023·23m - 273
Help For Homeschoolers Part II: 10+ Tips For Your Kids
Oct 25, 2023·29m - 274
Is Giving Consequences “Threatening” Your Child? Better Ways to Discipline
Oct 22, 2023·32m - 275
Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Survive
Oct 18, 2023·35m - 276
Child Doesn’t Want Any Restrictions on Screen Time? 4 Script Options
Oct 15, 2023·26m - 277
Men: What Your Wife is Afraid To Tell You
Oct 11, 2023·15m - 278
Best Morning Routine Idea! I Dare You To Try This
Oct 8, 2023·17m - 279
3 Ways to Help Disruptive Kids in the Classroom
Oct 4, 2023·19m - 280
School Struggles? 8 Weird Ideas To Improve Focus, Motivation, Homework & Writing
Oct 1, 2023·24m - 281
How to "Win" The Power Struggle Without Struggling
Sep 27, 2023·25m - 282
Stealing, Lying and Spanking
Sep 24, 2023·20m - 283
When Kids Don’t Want to Do Things YOUR Way
Sep 17, 2023·24m - 284
Fighting Over Doritos: Handling Tantrums & Sibling Fights
Sep 13, 2023·14m - 285
My Son Follows Me, Relentlessly, Picking Fights
Sep 10, 2023·12m - 286
The Frustrated Child: 3 Ways to Help
Sep 3, 2023·26m - 287
How & When To Be Stern, Without Being Mean
Aug 27, 2023·26m - 288
Stop Power Struggles Without Breaking Your Child’s Spirit
Aug 20, 2023·27m - 289
A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension
Aug 14, 2023·24m - 290
Moms, This is NOT Your Fault (Tough Toddler Troubles)
Aug 12, 2023·50m - 291
Let Your Kids Be Odd & Responsible For Themselves
Aug 9, 2023·14m - 292
3 Quick Ways to Help Kids at Back-to-School Time
Aug 6, 2023·16m - 293
Stop Making Your Kids Eat Your Food…Or Ideas
Jul 30, 2023·15m - 294
You’re Not Yelling…Yet. But Here’s What Ticks You Off.
Jul 23, 2023·14m - 295
One New Idea When a Child Lashes Out
Jul 16, 2023·15m - 296
Straight Up Defiance: 7 Ways to Stop It.
Jul 9, 2023·30m - 297
When Kids Resist & Whine—Stop Trying to Make Everything Better
Jul 2, 2023·16m - 298
Q&A: Exhausted By Lies, Defiance, Yelling, Moody Kids?
Jun 28, 2023·1h - 299
2 Ways to (Re)Build Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child
Jun 25, 2023·20m - 300
Kirk Answers Your Toughest Questions!
Jun 23, 2023·45m - 301
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind
Jun 18, 2023·24m - 302
How to Discipline Without Anger
Jun 11, 2023·20m - 303
"I Don't Have Anger Issues!"
Jun 9, 2023·8m - 304
Triggered By Messes? An Odd Way to Get Your Kids to Listen More
Jun 4, 2023·22m - 305
Child Bossy, Melt Down Over Transitions & Losing, Argue Relentlessly?
May 28, 2023·19m - 306
Sibling Fights: What Are The Consequences?
May 21, 2023·16m - 307
When Your Child Thrashes About—Teach Them To Be Responsible
May 15, 2023·30m - 308
I Feel Like A Failure As A Mom! My Child Won’t Listen!
May 7, 2023·36m - 309
Why Do Strong-Willed Kids Push Your Buttons?
Apr 23, 2023·20m - 310
PANDAS, Pills, Patience & Pushups: Who Wins the Faceoff?
Apr 16, 2023·18m - 311
Responding to Blatant Disrespect & Backtalk
Apr 9, 2023·29m - 312
How To Restrict Phone Usage With Your Kids
Apr 2, 2023·25m - 313
How to Teach Kids Self-Control & Gratitude
Mar 26, 2023·14m - 314
Stop Power Struggles Over Anxiety & Trying New Things
Mar 12, 2023·22m - 315
What Anxiety Feels Like For Kids
Mar 11, 2023·9m - 316
Reactive, Dawdling Kid Who Lashes Out, Not Good At Losing
Mar 5, 2023·15m - 317
5 Ways to Stop the Afternoon Chaos & Meltdowns
Feb 26, 2023·21m - 318
Q&A With 5 Odd Answers To Tough Questions
Feb 22, 2023·27m - 319
Try This During Meltdowns, Chaos, Sibling Fights
Feb 19, 2023·14m - 320
5-Minute Valentine's Day Message: Say This To Your Spouse
Feb 13, 2023·6m - 321
10 Secrets To Stop Homework Battles
Feb 5, 2023·18m - 322
Men In The Arena Guest Podcast: Discipline Without Anger w/ Kirk Martin
Feb 2, 2023·1h 5m - 323
Child Who Creates Chaos & Seeks Attention (Attachment Issues)
Jan 29, 2023·18m - 324
Q&A For Teachers & Parents: Kids Daydreaming, Not Listening, Acting Silly in Class
Jan 24, 2023·22m - 325
How to Reset/Recover After You React/Yell At/Lecture Your Child
Jan 22, 2023·10m - 326
3 Ways to Keep From Destroying Your Child’s Confidence
Jan 15, 2023·27m - 327
Teachers: 5 Ways to Help Students with Anxiety, Focus, Social Skills, & Transitions
Jan 10, 2023·14m - 328
One Way to Change Your Child's Response Overnight
Jan 8, 2023·23m - 329
The Truth About Lying & How To Stop It
Jan 1, 2023·18m - 330
When To Be Tough Or Soft? Specific Examples.
Dec 26, 2022·19m - 331
5 Quick Holiday/Family Survival Strategies
Dec 19, 2022·13m - 332
What Should Worry You About Your Strong-Willed Child
Dec 12, 2022·25m - 333
A Grumbling, Growling Child: 3 Ideas For Defiance & Complaining
Dec 4, 2022·13m - 334
Tired of Being Judged As A Parent During the Holidays?
Nov 28, 2022·11m - 335
3 (Actually 5!) Quick Ideas For Dads & Moms
Nov 16, 2022·14m - 336
Child Hits, Screams, Defiant? What's the Root?
Nov 13, 2022·15m - 337
Why Your Kids Aren’t Listening or Progressing
Nov 6, 2022·10m - 338
One Secret to Change Misbehavior & Build Confidence
Oct 30, 2022·18m - 339
The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child
Oct 23, 2022·19m - 340
Dishonesty or Distrust? When Kids Lie or Won’t Talk to You.
Oct 16, 2022·14m - 341
Moms Do Too Much. Here’s How to Stop That.
Oct 9, 2022·12m - 342
How to “Yell” Appropriately At Toddlers, Teens & In Between
Oct 2, 2022·14m - 343
3 Ways A Dad Prevented Volcanic Reactions
Sep 25, 2022·20m - 344
5 Simple Tips to Calm Down & De-Escalate Situations
Sep 5, 2022·10m - 345
10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17
Aug 15, 2022·33m - 346
Proper Expectations of Toddlers, Teens & In-Between
Aug 10, 2022·27m - 347
Calm Parenting Podcast Trailer
Aug 4, 2022·3m - 348
Getting Your Child to Be Part of Family Life & Motivated In School?
Jul 31, 2022·24m - 349
Kids Who Complain: 2 Big Insights
Jun 26, 2022·16m - 350
Every Mom's Dilemma: Navigating Meltdowns (From Child & Spouse)
Jun 19, 2022·22m - 351
DADS: 2 Noble Goals, 2 Big Challenges
Jun 12, 2022·14m - 352
4 Things We Misunderstand About Strong-Willed Children
Jun 5, 2022·20m - 353
Frazzled Child In A Bad Mood? How to Help.
Jun 1, 2022·15m - 354
You Don’t Have To Take It (Disrespect)! A Tough Approach
May 23, 2022·18m - 355
Widows and Single Parents: Dealing With Guilt & Anger/Defiance
May 21, 2022·15m - 356
Child Who Corrects You, Proves Their Point
May 16, 2022·15m - 357
3 Behaviors We Misinterpret As Defiance or Selfishness
May 9, 2022·24m - 358
Stop Judging Moms: No One Has Any Idea How Hard This Is
May 1, 2022·17m - 359
Are You Coddling Your Child? A Surprising Answer
Apr 24, 2022·18m - 360
How to Get Your Kids to Control Themselves
Apr 21, 2022·10m - 361
Have A Relentless Arguer? Use This Script.
Apr 17, 2022·12m - 362
When Kids Don’t Respect A Step-Parent
Apr 16, 2022·14m - 363
Child Sending Inappropriate Texts, Vaping, Drinking? Use This Script
Apr 11, 2022·18m - 364
Fights Over Bedtime, Fortnite & Swearing: How to Teach Delayed Gratification
Apr 3, 2022·13m - 365
“I’m Stupid!” How to Change/Improve Behavior
Mar 27, 2022·19m - 366
How Can I Get Through To My Child?
Mar 21, 2022·11m - 367
Why I'm Glad A Kid Ignored His Parents
Mar 14, 2022·12m - 368
3 Scripts for Kids Who Hate to Lose, Whine, Or Say “That’s Not Fair!”
Mar 10, 2022·17m - 369
A Script & 2 Ways to Diffuse Heated Moments
Mar 6, 2022·15m - 370
Why Defiance Is An Opportunity
Mar 1, 2022·20m - 371
Texas: 2 Live Events in Texas & An Opportunity to Come to Your Town!
Mar 1, 2022·3m - 372
5 Discipline Tools To Get Your Kids to Cooperate
Feb 21, 2022·20m - 373
Motivating Kids in Sports, Music, & Extracurriculars
Feb 17, 2022·13m - 374
Get Your Kids to Listen Without Resistance
Feb 15, 2022·14m - 375
5 Minutes to Change Morning/Bedtime & Save Your Marriage
Feb 12, 2022·5m - 376
Consequences That Work & Build Trust, Not Shame
Feb 8, 2022·12m - 377
Should You Express Disappointment In Your Child?
Feb 1, 2022·13m - 378
Kid Who Acts Like Nothing Happened After Meltdown
Jan 23, 2022·21m - 379
Proper Expectations: Why Kids Do Things on Their Own Terms
Jan 16, 2022·15m - 380
Turn Disruptive Students into Helpful, Confident Kids
Jan 9, 2022·12m - 381
Never Say These Two Phrases To An Upset Child
Jan 2, 2022·11m - 382
When Kids Rage & Feel Helpless
Dec 27, 2021·10m - 383
Child Not Living Up to Potential? Do This.
Dec 19, 2021·14m - 384
Medication For Behavior Issues? Try These 7 Strategies First.
Dec 12, 2021·14m - 385
Don’t Miss These Critical Moments: Defiant or Desperate Kid?
Dec 5, 2021·19m - 386
Disappoint Your Kids on Purpose
Nov 29, 2021·17m - 387
5 Ways To Survive Thanksgiving with Family
Nov 24, 2021·38m - 388
Do What Works, Even If It’s Weird
Nov 21, 2021·12m - 389
Old School Parenting Outdated? Not In These 2 Ways.
Nov 18, 2021·15m - 390
Why Your Kids Aren’t Listening or Progressing
Nov 15, 2021·10m - 391
Child Hits, Screams, Defiant? What’s the Root?
Nov 8, 2021·15m - 392
Child Procrastinate? How to Help Kids Focus.
Nov 1, 2021·16m - 393
Get Kids to Love & Respect Siblings?
Oct 25, 2021·18m - 394
Dads Only: How To Really Get Respect
Oct 22, 2021·20m - 395
Should You Ask Less of A Strong-Willed Child?
Oct 17, 2021·13m - 396
Moms Do Too Much. Here’s How to Stop That.
Oct 11, 2021·12m - 397
How Involved Should You Be in Homework?
Oct 4, 2021·16m - 398
Kids Not Living Up to Potential?
Sep 26, 2021·17m - 399
Have An Unmotivated, Frustrated Child Who Feels Dumb?
Sep 21, 2021·14m - 400
Do We Give In? Let Her Get Away With Things?
Sep 13, 2021·17m - 401
Child Anxious? Won’t Push Through Tough Assignments?
Sep 7, 2021·16m - 402
A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension
Aug 16, 2021·24m - 403
10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17
Aug 8, 2021·33m - 404
Do Calm Strategies Apply to Kids/Parents of All Ages?
Aug 7, 2021·19m - 405
The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child
Aug 1, 2021·19m - 406
When Kids Are Wrong & Do Irritating Things
Jun 21, 2021·15m - 407
Special Podcast for Father's Day
Jun 20, 2021·14m - 408
How to Affirm a Child Who Rejects Praise
Jun 14, 2021·10m - 409
Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating
Jun 8, 2021·25m - 410
How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This Summer
Jun 4, 2021·23m - 411
For Friends in California and Arizona
Jun 2, 2021·3m - 412
When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your Rules
Jun 1, 2021·22m - 413
How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child
May 24, 2021·30m - 414
How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling Fights
May 18, 2021·19m - 415
A Message For Kids: You Don't Need To Be Fixed
May 15, 2021·10m - 416
SPECIAL PODCAST: Mother's Day Message For My Mom
May 9, 2021·18m - 417
How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School
May 6, 2021·32m - 418
No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This.
May 3, 2021·18m - 419
Why Kids Resist Your Help
Apr 26, 2021·16m - 420
Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & Sleep
Apr 20, 2021·19m - 421
10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7
Apr 18, 2021·23m - 422
My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose.
Apr 13, 2021·18m - 423
How to Set Limits & Use Tough Discipline
Apr 5, 2021·16m - 424
Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan
Apr 1, 2021·15m - 425
Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This Week
Mar 29, 2021·14m - 426
Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” Friends
Mar 24, 2021·14m - 427
3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & Contrition
Mar 22, 2021·15m - 428
Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your Kids
Mar 15, 2021·16m - 429
3 Quick Ideas for Teachers
Mar 14, 2021·15m - 430
Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's Feelings
Mar 8, 2021·10m - 431
This F Word Improves Grades and Homework
Mar 4, 2021·16m - 432
"Ugh! Another Call About School!"
Mar 2, 2021·22m - 433
Why Your Kids Ask “Why?” Every Time
Feb 22, 2021·15m - 434
Stop Trying to Save Your Marriage
Feb 20, 2021·10m - 435
Being Calm Doesn’t Mean Being Sweet or A Door Mat
Feb 15, 2021·16m - 436
Stop Battles Over Screens: 5 Ideas
Feb 10, 2021·14m - 437
When Kids Have Bad Moods
Feb 9, 2021·15m - 438
The Unrelenting, Demanding Child
Feb 4, 2021·6m - 439
WHEN To Discipline and HOW To Get On the Same Page
Feb 1, 2021·25m - 440
Entitled Brat? When You Should Give In.
Jan 27, 2021·20m - 441
WHEN Will My Child Finally Be Responsible?
Jan 26, 2021·10m - 442
An Alternative to Consequences: How to Change Behavior & Build A Closer Relationship
Jan 22, 2021·10m - 443
Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums, “It’s Not Fair,” Unmotivated Teens
Jan 18, 2021·36m - 444
When Your Kids & Spouse Don’t Do What You Ask/Respect You
Jan 15, 2021·37m - 445
Discipline In The Midst of Defiance & Meltdowns
Jan 12, 2021·20m - 446
Little Stuff Triggers Me: 5 Steps to Turn Fights into Calm
Jan 4, 2021·28m - 447
What Now? 2 Ways to Stop Power Struggles This Week
Dec 28, 2020·15m - 448
Straight Talk for Dads
Dec 22, 2020·8m - 449
How Can You Control Your Emotions & Stop Reacting?
Dec 21, 2020·25m - 450
Your Kids Are Different, Not Broken
Dec 16, 2020·14m - 451
Stop Being Mommy: How to Get Your Kids to Be Responsible For Themselves
Dec 13, 2020·25m - 452
One Quick Way to De-Escalate (Listen With Your Kids)
Dec 10, 2020·6m - 453
Get Ex On Same Page? How to Discipline Step-Kids?
Dec 4, 2020·18m - 454
Anxiety & Defiance: Change Your Child Overnight
Nov 30, 2020·20m - 455
Do Not Apologize For Your Kids This Thanksgiving
Nov 25, 2020·15m - 456
Why Are Kids Oppositional? 2 Action Steps This Week
Nov 23, 2020·20m - 457
2 Reasons Your Wife Doesn't Have Sex With (Or Respect) You
Nov 21, 2020·10m - 458
You’re Not the Boss of Me! How to End An Argument.
Nov 17, 2020·20m - 459
Child Call You An Idiot, Have Trouble in School, Fight with Siblings? 5 Ways to Change Behavior
Nov 14, 2020·20m - 460
Transition Trouble? How To Get Quick Compliance
Nov 10, 2020·18m - 461
Calming Upset Kids & Dealing with Defiance
Nov 2, 2020·14m - 462
When To Be Tough Or Make Exceptions for Behavior Issues? Change Behavior, NOT Your Child’s Nature.
Oct 27, 2020·18m - 463
Bedtime, AM Routine, Hygiene & More
Oct 19, 2020·20m - 464
Why Kids Say No: 10 Ways To Stop It
Oct 12, 2020·30m - 465
Motivate Your Child, Stop Negativity & Sibling Fights
Oct 5, 2020·35m - 466
“I Boil With Anger When My Son Does This…”
Sep 28, 2020·20m - 467
“I Don’t Want Your Help!” How to Help Without the Fights.
Sep 21, 2020·21m - 468
A Script for Defiance—Mouthy, Demanding Kids
Sep 14, 2020·22m - 469
Bad Attitude? Bad Behavior? Try This.
Sep 8, 2020·16m - 470
Getting Kids to Stop Procrastinating & Interrupting Work Calls
Sep 5, 2020·17m - 471
Everyone Is Wrong About Your Kids
Sep 1, 2020·18m - 472
School Anxiety? 5 Ways to Avoid Meltdowns
Aug 25, 2020·20m - 473
Get Kids Up for School--3 Quick Motivation Tips
Aug 22, 2020·10m - 474
Your Kid Doesn't Fit In. Best Podcast of 2020
Aug 17, 2020·34m - 475
What “I Hate You!” Really Means
Aug 11, 2020·25m - 476
13 School Ideas in 13 Minutes for Teachers & Parents
Aug 10, 2020·13m - 477
Stop Fights Over School, Screens, & Chores: 5 Tips
Aug 4, 2020·29m - 478
Your Name is A 4-Letter Word In Our Home
Jul 28, 2020·20m - 479
Teachers: 10 Back-to-School Tips & COVID Ideas
Jul 27, 2020·14m - 480
Child Won’t Follow Through, Ruins Family Time
Jul 21, 2020·42m - 481
Stop Sibling Fights: A Script
Jul 14, 2020·26m - 482
3 Quick Discipline Tools When Consequences Don’t Work
Jul 7, 2020·20m - 483
“Calm Down Now!” 5 Ways to Calm Situations
Jun 30, 2020·23m - 484
“I Feel Like I Lost Myself In Raising Kids.”
Jun 23, 2020·20m - 485
Don’t Crush Spirits—3 Ways to Help Unmotivated, Defiant Kids
Jun 16, 2020·30m - 486
This May Save Your Relationship
Jun 9, 2020·26m - 487
"I Can't Breathe." 6 Ways to Approach Heated & Emotional Topics
Jun 1, 2020·18m - 488
Lying & Misbehavior: Don’t Miss the Real Issue!
May 31, 2020·23m - 489
Q&A: Kids Rude, Coming Off Meds, Running Off
May 26, 2020·24m - 490
When Kids Are Irritating—Stop Fixing, Start Building
May 18, 2020·15m - 491
How to Stop Meltdowns, Defiance, Hitting & More
May 11, 2020·16m - 492
Moms Do Too Much & How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School
May 4, 2020·32m - 493
Dads: 3 Quick, Easy Action Steps in 8 Minutes
Apr 30, 2020·8m - 494
When Kids Question You or Your Faith
Apr 29, 2020·28m - 495
"I Can't Please You." Repeating My Own Father's Mistakes.
Apr 27, 2020·30m - 496
Use This Checklist for Unmotivated or Defiant Kids
Apr 21, 2020·22m - 497
Take the Pressure Off Yourself & Your Kids
Apr 15, 2020·23m - 498
Have A Relentless Arguer? 5 Ways to Stop This
Apr 13, 2020·19m - 499
Meltdowns Over Screen Time: Casey's Message to Kids & Parents
Apr 11, 2020·15m - 500
Kids Irritating You & Each Other
Apr 7, 2020·21m