Podcast · 154 episodes
Calm Parenting Podcast, page 2
by Kirk Martin · English
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
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Questions Parents Are Afraid to Ask Out Loud: Do You Agree or Disagree With My Answers? #615A bonus Q&A on tough parenting questions, emphasizing confidence-building and calm, consistent leadership. Guests: No guests are interviewed; the host is Kirk Martin (founder of Celebrate Calm).24 Jul 2026 · 23 min · 12 chapters
5 Options to Get Kids To Do What You Ask (Chores, S’Mores & More) #614How to get kids to do chores and other requests using five discipline “options” that avoid being a tyrant or a pushover, with scripts and real-life scenarios (chores, boundaries with siblings, and a…22 Jul 2026 · 23 min · 6 chapters
Sibling Scripts: Your Summer Guide to Turn Provoking Into Peace #613Sibling squabbles during summer—how to turn provoking into peace by identifying root causes (boredom, resentment, confidence) and teaching life skills instead of punishing.19 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Parenting A Take-Charge Child Without Butting Heads Or Giving In #612How to parent a strong-willed, “take-charge” child without power struggles—using options, “give the brain a win,” and shifting from obedience to responsibility.15 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 9 chapters
Social Skills Playbook: 10 Scripts For Kids Who Struggle With Friendships #611Why some kids struggle with friendships and social cues, and practical “social scripts” and strategies to help them connect (especially during school/camp transitions).12 Jul 2026 · 22 min · 8 chapters
Special Q&A With My Son, Casey? What Do You Want to Know?A special Q&A episode where the host’s son, Casey, answers questions from parents about raising a challenging neurodivergent, strong-willed child across childhood into adulthood.10 Jul 2026 · 2 min · 1 chapter
Child Who Touches Hot Stove, Does Bare Minimum, Appears Self-Centered? #610How to parent a strong-willed child (e.g., “hot stove” touching, resisting first, doing the bare minimum, seeming self-centered) without power struggles, by shifting expectations toward ownership,…8 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 11 chapters
Why Is EVERYTHING So Hard With This Child? A Guide to Make It Easier. #609This episode (PDA Parent Podcast #609) focuses on potty training a 5-year-old with PDA who can do it but is regressing, especially affecting camp/class attendance.5 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 9 chapters
Surviving Summer Vacation With Bored, Complaining Kids & Judgmental Relatives #608This Calm Parenting Podcast bonus episode (#608) is about surviving summer vacation with bored, complaining kids and judgmental relatives.1 Jul 2026 · 25 min · 12 chapters
5 Ways We Misunderstand Our Intense, Deeply Feeling Kids & How to Change That #607How parents can misunderstand strong-willed, neurodivergent kids—especially in school and at home—and how to shift to a calmer, more adult-to-adult approach.28 Jun 2026 · 22 min · 7 chapters
3 Ways to Teach Your Kids How to Confidently Overcome Their Weaknesses #606How to help kids confidently overcome weaknesses by reframing school challenges as mismatches for their brain strengths, then using “workarounds” tailored to specific needs (especially ADHD-related…26 Jun 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters
What You Can & Should Never Try to Fix About Your Kids #605How to talk to kids about ADHD (and apply to autism/OCD/ODD) without fear or deficit-focused messaging; reframe weaknesses as context-dependent and emphasize strengths, nature, and…24 Jun 2026 · 25 min · 8 chapters
How I Changed from Triggered Dad to Calm Guy: 10 Practical, Doable Ideas #604Kirk Martin explains how he moved from being a “triggered/reactive dad” to a calmer, connecting parent using 10 practical, doable strategies for handling kids’ irritating behaviors without arguing,…21 Jun 2026 · 25 min · 9 chapters
Ultimate Cheat Sheet For Meltdowns: 10 Quick Ideas #603A “10 quick ideas” cheat sheet for handling kids’ meltdowns and sensory dysregulation during summer, emphasizing de-escalation, nonverbal presence, and proactive regulation strategies.17 Jun 2026 · 22 min · 10 chapters
"I Wish I Had An Easier Kid." #602A beach incident with “Sophie,” a strong-willed child, who twirls a plastic shovel despite her mom’s repeated commands, accidentally hits her mom, then runs off; the episode reframes the child’s…14 Jun 2026 · 22 min · 11 chapters
My Best Podcast Ever: Defiance & Reconciling With My Son #601Kirk Martin recounts a real Father’s Day/strong-willed-child conflict with his son Casey (age ~10) about refusing chores (“rake the leaves”), then explains how he stayed calm, set firm boundaries,…10 Jun 2026 · 32 min · 13 chapters
You Say No, Your Child Gets Upset. Is There Something Different You Could Do? #600When parents say “no” and a child with PDA/anxiety becomes extremely upset, the episode argues that this doesn’t automatically mean the parent did something wrong or that the child is “in burnout.”…7 Jun 2026 · 24 min · 10 chapters
Ever Feel Indignant At Your Child’s Attitude or Misbehavior? 12 More Ways to Change This. #599How to respond to a child’s attitude/misbehavior without power struggles, using 12+ concrete strategies (tone, wording, space, PDA-friendly approaches, respect, choice/ownership, and role-play).5 Jun 2026 · 23 min · 20 chapters
3 Ways To Get Your Anxious Child to Camp, New Activities, School & A New Home #598How to reduce power struggles and anxiety when getting kids to new activities (especially summer camp, school, vacations, and moves), using “missions,” familiarity, and calm, matter-of-fact…3 Jun 2026 · 22 min · 13 chapters
10 Options When Kids Mess Up (Without Messing Up Your Night!) #597How to handle strong-willed kids and kids with PDA when they “mess up” or get overwhelmed, without escalating shame or power struggles.31 May 2026 · 22 min · 11 chapters
Kids Not Living Up To Expectations or Potential? 7 Quick Ways to Motivate Them #596How parents’ personal and “future” anxiety fuels power struggles with strong-willed kids, causing lectures, micromanagement, and constant focus on weaknesses; the fix is to regulate the parent first…27 May 2026 · 22 min · 10 chapters
6 Easy Ways to Undo School Damage & Rebuild Your Child’s Confidence #595Summer reset for families with strong-willed neurodivergent (ADHD/PDA) kids—how to undo “school damage” and rebuild confidence through six practical habits: play/outdoor time, anxiety-friendly camp…24 May 2026 · 23 min · 11 chapters
Kids Won’t Listen? 5 Creative, Easy Ways To Stop Bribing, Forcing, or Reminding Them 18x #594How to stop bribing/forcing/reminding strong-willed kids; five “odd answers” for chores, boundary-testing, chronic discomfort, teen motivation, and refusing family vacation.20 May 2026 · 22 min · 7 chapters
“Stop Treating Me Like A Child!” (Stop Acting Like One LOL!) #593How to respond when tweens/teens say you’re “too controlling,” plus strategies for school refusal, strong-willed “spicy” kids, and building a positive internal dialogue.17 May 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters