Episodios

  • Which Consequences Work for Lying, Disrespect & Defiance? #551
    Jan 7 2026

    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. What are appropriate consequences? What works even better than consequences?! Kirk gives you scripts and actions steps for kids of all ages. **Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to learn more about our New Year's Sale. If you are interested in our NEW AD-FREE Podcast Subscription, visit https://calmparenting.supportingcast.fm/


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  • Why Won’t My Kids Do Easy Things When I Ask?! #550
    Jan 4 2026

    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 the power struggles? Kirk shows you exactly how with some powerful scripts that may change your relationship with your strong-willed child…and their behavior. **Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to learn more about our New Year's Sale. If you are interested in our NEW AD-FREE Podcast Subscription, visit https://calmparenting.supportingcast.fm/


    COZY EARTH

    Start the New Year off right and give yourself the luxury you deserve.

    Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off.


    CURE HYDRATION

    Cure 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.


    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.


    EQUIP.HEALTH

    Visit https://equip.health/calm to get a free consultation with Equip.


    WAYFAIR

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    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

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    27 m
  • How To Stop Reacting, Help Kids with Anxiety/PDA/ADHD & Partner With Teachers #549
    Jan 1 2026

    What is one quick way to stop reacting or yelling? How can we help kids with anxiety who will resist going back to school after the long holiday break? How can you motivate kids with PDA without provoking pushback? What are practical ways to help sensory and ADHD kids in the classroom? I show you how and share a sample letter we shared with Casey’s teachers. **Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to learn more about our New Year's Sale. If you are interested in our NEW AD-FREE Podcast Subscription, visit https://calmparenting.supportingcast.fm/


    COZY EARTH

    Start the New Year off right and give yourself the luxury you deserve.

    Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for up to 20% off.


    CURE HYDRATION

    Cure 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.


    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.


    EQUIP.HEALTH

    Visit https://equip.health/calm to get a free consultation with Equip.


    WAYFAIR

    Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.


    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

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    22 m
  • 5 Easy Ways To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights This Week #548
    Dec 28 2025

    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 why should you hide in a closet, throw mac and cheese in the yard, and plop down in the middle of the floor? Kirk gives you scripts and strategies that work to replace chaos with calm in just 21 minutes. **This is the FINAL week of our Christmas Sale. Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/christmas-clearance/ to learn more. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions. If you are interested in our NEW AD-FREE Podcast Subscription, visit https://calmparenting.supportingcast.fm/


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    18 m
  • 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

    Do you have kids who appear lazy in school, refuse to accept responsibility and blame others, won’t push through when things get hard, pick on siblings, act out aggressively or self-sabotage? Most of these behaviors stem from a lack of confidence and motivation. I give you five concrete ideas and scripts to use during the holiday break to change these behaviors quickly. **This is the FINAL week of our Christmas Sale. Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/christmas-clearance/ to learn more. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions.**


    COZY EARTH

    Head to https://cozyearth.com/ and use my code CALM for up to 20% off bestselling sheets, PJs, Bubble Cuddle Blanket, and more.


    GREENLIGHT

    Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills, start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at https://GREENLIGHT.com/KIRK.


    HUNGRYROOT.COM

    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.


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    Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    23 m
  • 6 Creative Ways to Motivate Kids To Listen, Be Responsible & Do Chores #546
    Dec 21 2025

    This isn’t really about chores. It’s about working with your child’s nature—whether they are strong-willed or have PDA—to motivate them to be responsible, do chores, and succeed in life. But there isn’t just one way and the traditional approaches usually backfire. So I want to show you 6 different ways to motivate our kids, from a tough approach to a creative one you’ll question at first, but ultimately love! **This is the FINAL week of our Christmas Sale. Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/christmas-clearance/ to learn more. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions.**


    COZY EARTH

    Head to https://cozyearth.com/ and use my code CALM for up to 20% off bestselling sheets, PJs, Bubble Cuddle Blanket, and more.


    GREENLIGHT

    Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills, start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at https://GREENLIGHT.com/KIRK.


    HUNGRYROOT.COM

    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.


    WAYFAIR.COM

    Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    23 m
  • Quick Tips for Dads Ep. 8: How to Motivate Undisciplined or Lazy Kids Not Living Up to Their Potential
    Dec 19 2025

    Your kids saunter into the room, heads in their phones. They appear so lazy and undisciplined. They are not living up to their potential and you worry about their future. How can you motivate these kids without instigating a power struggle so they actually listen? **Our Christmas Sale continues this week! Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/christmas-clearance/ to learn more. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions.**


    COZY EARTH

    Head to https://cozyearth.com/ and use my code CALM for up to 20% off bestselling sheets, PJs, Bubble Cuddle Blanket, and more.


    GREENLIGHT

    Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills, start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at https://GREENLIGHT.com/KIRK.


    HUNGRYROOT.COM

    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.


    WAYFAIR.COM

    Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    8 m
  • Kids Who Struggle with Organization, Following Directions, Writing Essays, Turning in Homework? #545
    Dec 17 2025

    Ever ask your child to go put their shoes on and 45 minutes later they come downstairs with a really cool Lego project and no shoes?! Have a child who does homework and forgets to turn it in? A child who gets frustrated when asked to write and ends up in tears? You are not alone. I want to give you incredibly practical strategies that work in your home and classroom to alleviate the frustration and create successes. **Our Christmas Sale continues this week! Take advantage of the lowest prices of the year and give the gift of CALM to your family. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/christmas-clearance/ to learn more. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com with any questions.**


    COZY EARTH

    Head to https://cozyearth.com/ and use my code CALM for up to 20% off bestselling sheets, PJs, Bubble Cuddle Blanket, and more.


    GREENLIGHT

    Don’t wait to teach your kids real-world money skills, start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at https://GREENLIGHT.com/KIRK.


    HUNGRYROOT.COM

    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.


    WAYFAIR.COM

    Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    23 m
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