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In this powerful episode, Holly welcomes back Kirk Martin, founder of CelebrateCalm.com, to discuss a topic that weighs heavily on many parents' minds: anxiety about their neurodivergent child's future. Join us for this reassuring conversation that will help you embrace your child's unique journey and feel confident about their future, even when it looks different from what you expected. Don't miss it! Sincerely, Holly Blanc Moses The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - FREE GUIDES and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina Learn more about Holly's continuing education trainings for mental health therapists ⭐️Join the Facebook Groups ➡️ Parents, Come on over and join the Autism ADHD Facebook Group for Parents ➡️ Professionals, Join the Facebook Group for Therapists and Educators Learn more about Kirk Martin and Celebrate Calm
If you have a strong-willed child, you know that traditional parenting strategies just don't work. No amount of reasoning, bribing, or threatening seems to move the needle—and sometimes, the more you push, the harder they push back. So what does work? In this episode, I'm joined by Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. With his signature humor and straight-talking style, Kirk shares practical strategies for understanding and guiding strong-willed kids—without constant power struggles. Tune in to learn: ✨ The quickest way to change your child's behavior (hint: it has little to do with them!) ✨ How to de-escalate meltdowns -- without saying, "Calm down!" ✨ The power of using body posture and tone to foster cooperation ✨ Why strong-willed kids thrive in adulthood—and how to survive their childhood For a FREE printable with tips for de-escalating meltdowns, along with a private podcast feed that includes all of the episodes I've produced on raising strong-willed kids, click here! My friend, if you're feeling exhausted, frustrated, or just plain out of ideas with your strong-willed child, this episode is for you. And please know I'm in the trenches with you, and I'm rooting for you! For full show notes, including takeaways, click here. *** Announcements: For a FREE printable with tips for de-escalating meltdowns, along with a private podcast feed that includes all of the episodes I've produced on raising strong-willed kids, click here! Related Episodes: 242: What to Do When Your Kids are Fighting // Dr. Laura Markham 266: Parenting Strong-Willed Kids // Wendy Snyder 391: Parenting a Child with ADHD: How to Stay Calm and Connected // Rachel on The Childhood Collective Episode Sponsors: Acorns Early: Ready to help your kids learn the value of money? Just head to acornsearly.com/3in30 or download the Acorns Early app to get started. Sign up now and your first month is on us! Wild Grain: For a limited time, Wild Grain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box plus free croissants in every box when you start a subscription. BetterHelp: 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms is sponsored by BetterHelp. Go to betterhelp.com/3in30 to get 10% off your first month of online therapy. Let's Connect: Join me on Instagram! Get weekly-ish emails with BTS of my life Find Your Magic in Motherhood: Free 3-Day Email Course ***
Ever feel like no matter what you do, your child refuses to listen? If every request turns into a battle of wills, you're not alone. Strong-willed kids are wired differently, and traditional discipline often backfires—leading to even more resistance, frustration, and exhaustion. In this episode, parenting expert Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, shares five powerful strategies to help you end power struggles and create a more peaceful home. With years of experience coaching thousands of families, Kirk offers practical, real-life techniques that shift the way you approach discipline—so your child feels understood, and you get the cooperation you've been craving. If you've ever wondered how to stay calm when your child pushes every button, how to get your partner on board with a new approach, or how to parent without yelling, this episode is packed with the insights you need. Tune in for simple, effective ways to build a stronger connection with your child—without losing your sanity in the process! Resources We Shared: Get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Lost your temper and regret it? Repair your relationship with your child in less than 17 seconds with our FREE 3 Actions To Take After You Say Something To Your Kids You Regret Learn more about Kirk here! Listen to the Calm Parenting Podcast with Kirk Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Follow us on Instagram! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingpodcast #parentingtips #selfcare #mentalload #kids #teenager #toddler #preschooler #baby #strongwilled, #calmparenting, #parentingstrategies, #discipline, #parentingtechniques, #KirkMartin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Parenting isn't for the faint of heart—especially when raising strong-willed kids! In this episode, Lisa Fischer sits down with Celebrate Calm founder Kirk Martin to unpack the challenges of parenting independent-minded children. They explore why curiosity beats control, how modeling values shapes character, and why letting kids develop their own beliefs is essential. Plus, they dive into emotional awareness, the impact of social media, and the power of service and connection in raising resilient, thoughtful kids. Tune in for practical insights and fresh perspectives on navigating the parenting journey! WEBSITE: https://celebratecalm.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CelebrateCalm PODCAST: https://celebratecalm.com/podcast-directory/ EPISODE SPONSOR: https://www.akelscarpetone.com/ EPISODE SPONSOR: https://marlsgate.com LISA'S LINKS: Lisa Fischer Said Academy: https://lisafischersaid.com/academy/ Website: lisafischersaid.com For more information on group intermittent fasting coaching with Lisa, email fasting@lisafischersaid.com For more information on one-on-one or group health coaching with Lisa, email healthcoaching@lisafischersaid.com Podcast produced by clantoncreative.com
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Are you a grandparent unexpectedly raising a strong-willed grandchild, navigating the complexities of intergenerational parenting? Do you often find yourself battling emotions and seeking tools to manage confrontations effectively? Are you striving to establish a harmonious household while nurturing the unique spirit of your headstrong grandchild?I'm Laura Brazan, and on this episode of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren,' we dive into the world of strong-willed children with expert insights from Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and the Calm Parenting Podcast. In "4 Effective Tools For Handling Strong-Willed Children," you'll discover transformative strategies to maintain your calm amidst chaos. Kirk shares the power of sitting to calm confrontations, using an even, matter-of-fact tone, and deeply reflective questions that can shift your parenting approach.For more information about Kirk Martin, or to follow his podcast, please visit, Celebrate CalmJoin us as we uncover the wisdom of generational parenting, find ways to pass on resilience and understanding, and break free from dysfunctional patterns. With Kirk's personal journey and field-tested methoSend us a textYou have to laugh at yourself because you'd cry your eyes out if you didn't! Owner, Broker, and Realtor at Team Eureka with National Parks Realty Forbes Global Properties—Sandi Hall is a beacon of trust and insight for both local and international clients. With a Graduate REALTOR® Institute designation and a feature in Forbes, underscore her commitment to excellence.Visit WelcomeHomeMontana.com today or call (406) 471-0749 and experience the difference an expert like Sandi can bring to your journey home. Big Heart Family Dentistry, led by Dr. Seth Hinckley. Their dedication goes beyond treating teeth; they empower healthier, happier lives through prevention and education. They use state-of-the-art technology and are deeply connected to the community, addressing every dental need with expertise and heart. Kids on the specturm have the most imaginative minds. They can say the silliest things. My world can get way too serious. Sometimes the best thing to do is "get on the train" with them! Here's another fun Self-care tip with Jeanette Yates!Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook
In Episode 141, Kyle and Sara, LPC's, interview Kirk Martin, he is the founder and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. He is also fast becoming an Instagram influencer with 800k followers listening to his sage wisdom. He has currently helped almost 1,000,000 parents stop yelling, defiance, and power struggles. In this interview he shares how the tools and strategies he was using with his son were destroying his relationship with him. Kirk then gives us some his favorite ways to shift moments of conflict and defiance into opportunities of connection and vulnerability. Parents will come away from this episode both inspired and hopeful that they can change their relationship with their child for the better. This is definitely an episode every dad needs to hear! Share this episode with every dad you know!!!!Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/i-really-did-not-like-my-son-much-an-interview-with-kirk-martin Visit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.
CALMING ADHD is a powerful conversation with my guest Kirk Martin. Kirk is the founder of CelebrateCalm.com and the Calm Parenting Podcast. Kirk has shown close to a 1,000,000 parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles with the most strong-willed children. Kirk's work is celebrated on social media, YouTube and all podcast platforms with hundreds of thousands of views and followers. Kirk is known for very practical strategies and scripts delivered with humor and compassion. He is committed to get kids to listen the first time while building a close, trusting relationship. We talked about the failing education system, the damage ADHD labels can have on children and much much more! For more information on Kirk, Celebrate Calm and the Calm Parenting Podcast, visit www.celebratecalm.com For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com Check out our sponsor ZHERO at www.zhero.co and get yourself some non-jittery hyper-focus online! And... check out our new sponsor "Planet 432" - www.planet432.com (affiliate link: planet432.peachs.co/a/roman)
This is the episode you've been waiting for without realizing it! Kirk Martin has helped thousands of parents learn to calmly parent our children who are strong-willed, always one step ahead, or neurodivergent. Kirk is a homeschool dad who understands the pressures of parenting and home educating at the same time and addresses these parenting issues with humor, compassion, and wisdom. To find out more about Kirk and to listen to his podcast “Calm Parenting” you can follow these links: www.celebratecalm.com https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZWuMa7fheULcg93VU2S9a?si=5uUMKURzQiaKSb3wmY5UTA
This week, it is our pleasure to welcome Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, to The Hamilton Review! In this conversation, Kirk discusses the following: - How to help strong willed kids. - Controlling yourself as a parent. - Giving kids tools to succeed, so that you can raise confident kids. Parents, this is a must listen conversation that you will want to share with all of your friends and family! Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin Kirk has given almost 1,000,000 parents and teachers in 19 countries very specific, practical strategies to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles. He understands you and your child like no one else because for over a decade, his family invited 1,500 strong-willed kids into their home. That's why over one thousand school districts, churches, and foster care agencies have flown Kirk across the globe for training. How to contact Kirk Martin: Celebrate Calm Website Calm Parenting Podcast on Instagram How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656 Dr. Bob's Seven Secrets Of The Newborn website: https://7secretsofthenewborn.com/ Dr. Bob's website: https://roberthamiltonmd.com/ Pacific Ocean Pediatrics: http://www.pacificoceanpediatrics.com/
On this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy chats with the funny and insightful Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting podcast. They explore 3 tools we can use to help de-escalate situations with our strong-willed kids when they're upset that are effective and actually create closeness when parenting a strong-willed kiddo: Self-Regulation: We must control our own emotions first before we address the child. The quickest way to change your child's behavior is to first control your own. Movement: Motion changes emotion. Sometimes talking makes kids more upset. Use movement to help calm an upset child. Connection: Relationships change behavior. Staying connected, especially during discipline creates trust & safety, which kids NEED in order to learn effective self-regulation. Strong-willed kids are incredible, AND they can often be misunderstood. This episode gives us a fresh and empowered perspective on these kiddos and how to support their big feelings. For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/238. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whether it's a teammate at work or a child at home, helping others to improve can be frustrating, especially when they don't respond to consequences...and maybe push your buttons.Today's guest has spent decades working with thousands of families with strong-willed children. Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. On this episode of The Clarity Advisors Show, he and host Ken Trupke look at the overlap between good parenting principles and good leadership principles and share practical tips to help you be a better parent...and a better leader.Timestamps:(01:26): Origins of Celebrate Calm.(04:52): Turning it into a business.(07:41): Evolution of the product and the team.(10:47): Misconceptions about strong-willed kids(16:55): Escalating our own problems.(23:35): Importance of validation.(25:08): Giving space to respond rather than react.(26:20): Body posture.(28:57): Performing under pressure.(36:30): How strong-willed kids are like adults.(38:31): Ways to learn more and contact Kirk Martin.Episode quotes:“I loved my son, but I just spent all my time trying to change him. I thought he was the issue because he's so difficult...until I realized he was just like me. I was the issue.”“The quickest way to change your child's behavior is to first control your own because we trigger each other all the time.”“ADHD is pretty much a predictor of a really good entrepreneur.”“With parenting strong-willed kids, so much of it is tone of voice. I wanted to do recordings because mom could listen, dad could listen, and they could get down the tone of voice to use with a strong-willed child.”“It's not like consequences keep us from making bad choices. Jails aren't filled because people didn't know the consequence of stealing or murder. They knew the consequence, but there's usually something deeper going on.”“This isn't permissive parenting, where we'll just let them do whatever they want. Not at all. It's teaching because discipline literally means to teach.”“There's something about sitting that changes my tone of voice. Instead of standing in a cubicle over the employee or my colleague, if I come in and just sit, it changes something. It creates a different dynamic and you talk a little bit differently.”“You don't have to (react) in the moment. You're the leader. If somebody's in your office or on the phone and they bring something up, you can say, ‘Hey, I really want to give that the attention it deserves and I can't do that right now. Let me consider it and give you a call back,” to buy yourself some time (to respond).” (Ken)“Strong-willed kids aren't great at childhood, but they're really good at the adult world.”Recommended reading and listening:Calm Parenting Podcast with Kirk MartinForbes magazine interview with Kirk Martin Connect with Kirk Martin:CelebrateCalm.comCalm Parenting on Facebook
5 Strategies to Help Kids With Big EmotionsDo you have a child with BIG EMOTIONS? Of course you do. Do you or your spouse have big emotions? Yeah probably. So we are going to kick off BIG EMOTIONS month at Celebrate Calm with an entire series of podcasts designed to give you tools to calm your kids and your own big emotions. Take advantage of our BIG SALE at https://celebratecalm.com so you can finally get that breakthrough you've wanted.Kirk is available for Phone Consultations. Click here to learn more.This episode of the Calm Parenting Podcast is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Go to https://www.hellofresh.com and use code 50calm for 50% off plus FREE shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
5 Strategies to Help Kids With Big Emotions Do you have a child with BIG EMOTIONS? Of course you do. Do you or your spouse have big emotions? Yeah probably. So we are going to kick off BIG EMOTIONS month at Celebrate Calm with an entire series of podcasts designed to give you tools to calm your kids and your own big emotions. Take advantage of our BIG SALE at https://celebratecalm.com so you can finally get that breakthrough you've wanted. Kirk is available for Phone Consultations. Click here to learn more. This episode of the Calm Parenting Podcast is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/50calm and use code 50calm for 50% off plus 15% off the next 2 months! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kirk Martin is joining us again today, as we look specifically at how to stop defiance, disrespect and meltdowns without yelling or ruining your relationship with your child. This is a really practical discussion that you don't want to miss. Meet The Guest:Kirk is the founder of Celebrate CALM and the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. Through the years, he has shown almost 1,000,000 parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles with the most strong-willed children. He's known for very practical strategies and scripts delivered with humor and compassion and helping parents learn how to get your kids to listen the first time while building a close, trusting relationship. Kirk will be joining us at our homeschool conference in Pigeon Forge, TN May 4-6. Secure your ticket HERE to see Kirk Martin in Pigeon Forge.Podcast Sponsor:Today's episode is brought to you by Samaritan Ministries. Samaritan Ministries connects hundreds of thousands of Christians across the nation who care for one another spiritually and financially when a medical need arises. As a member, you choose the doctors, treatments, and hospitals that are right for your family. Afterwards, your medical bills are sent to Samaritan Ministries, and they notify members to pray for you and send money directly to you to help you pay those bills. It's Biblical, affordable, and you can join today. When the Body of Christ comes together to pray, encourage, and provide for one another, burdens are lifted, and God is glorified. This applies to all areas of life, including health care. Learn more at teachthemdiligently.net/samaritanministries. Topics Covered in This Episode:1) What is the root of much of the defiance parents experience with more strong-willed children (i.e. anxiety, frustration, broken relationships, attachment issues)? 2) How can you turn defiance into a bonding opportunity with your child? 3) Can you give examples of how "motion changes emotion" can be used to help calm a child when melting down? 4) Why does using intensity often calm an upset child who is already intense?
Kirk Martin is joining us again today, as we look specifically at how to stop defiance, disrespect and meltdowns without yelling or ruining your relationship with your child. This is a really practical discussion that you don't want to miss. Kirk is the founder of Celebrate CALM and the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. Through the years, he has shown almost 1,000,000 parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles with the most strong-willed children. He's known for very practical strategies and scripts delivered with humor and compassion and helping parents learn how to get your kids to listen the first time while building a close, trusting relationship. Kirk will be joining us at our homeschool conference in Pigeon Forge, TN May 4-6, and I hope you're making your plans to join us there as well. If you do, you'll find not only incredibly helpful homeschool helps and information, but even more importantly, you'll be able to take advantage of a lot of teaching about parenting, marriage, discipleship, and more—because we know that homeschooling is a LOT more than just an academic pursuit! Learn more about our upcoming event, including pre-conference opportunities specifically for those who are new to homeschooling or homeschooling high school at teachthemdiligently.net/events. Today's episode is brought to you by Samaritan Ministries. Samaritan Ministries connects hundreds of thousands of Christians across the nation who care for one another spiritually and financially when a medical need arises. As a member, you choose the doctors, treatments, and hospitals that are right for your family. Afterwards, your medical bills are sent to Samaritan Ministries, and they notify members to pray for you and send money directly to you to help you pay those bills. It's Biblical, affordable, and you can join today. When the Body of Christ comes together to pray, encourage, and provide for one another, burdens are lifted, and God is glorified. This applies to all areas of life, including health care. Learn more at teachthemdiligently.net/samaritanministries. Topics Included In Today's Podcast: 1) What is the root of much of the defiance parents experience with more strong-willed children (i.e. anxiety, frustration, broken relationships, attachment issues)? 2) How can you turn defiance into a bonding opportunity with your child? 3) Can you give examples of how "motion changes emotion" can be used to help calm a child when melting down? 4) Why does using intensity often calm an upset child who is already intense? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The parenting journey is a tough one. You can feel like you are losing your temper and loosing your mind. Today's episode offers blunt and relatable advise on how to calm our own parenting fears, discipline our children my modeling and offering a deep connection. Today's episodes tackles topics like: boundaries vs worthiness demanding respect vs demonstrating respect "Discipline isn't something you do to children, It's something you develop within them." Dr. Becky A. Bailey Show take aways: Don't deprive someone else the privilege and joy of helping you. It's ok to ask for help. One of the greatest gifts you can give your kids (or loved ones) is doing something for yourself. You can't demand respect, but you can demonstrate self respect. Deal with your fear of rejection, use this phrase "Of course, my preference is valuable". If you don't care enough about yourself, they why would anyone else care about you. Humble yourself. Humility is a powerful tool with a strong willed child. Try having a difficult/great discussion in the car, sitting side by side. Use real life conflict to get to the root of the issue. Goal: I want to teach my kids, that when their world is out of control...mine is not. I can deal with you at your worst, and you can trust me. Formula for offering "perspective" to our kids: plant a seed give space offer support Please Check out CelebrateCalm.com to find more of Kirks offerings. He has a great package deal! You will also want to listen to him on his podcast Calm Parenting on all podcast platforms.https://celebratecalm.com/our-story/
On this episode of The Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy chats with the funny and insightful Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting podcast. They explore 3 tools we can use to help de-escalate situations with our strong-willed kids when they're upset that are effective and actually create closeness when parenting a strong-willed kiddo: Self-Regulation: We must control our own emotions first before we address the child. The quickest way to change your child's behavior is to first control your own. Movement: Motion changes emotion. Sometimes talking makes kids more upset. Use movement to help calm an upset child. Connection: Relationships change behavior. Staying connected, especially during discipline creates trust & safety, which kids NEED in order to learn effective self-regulation. Strong-willed kids are incredible, AND they can often be misunderstood. This episode gives us a fresh and empowered perspective on these kiddos and how to support their big feelings. For links & more info about everything discussed in this episode, head to www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/155. Join us for our New Year Kick Start FREE Challenge! www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/freekickstart
Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and over the years, he's shown almost 1 million parents how to stop the yelling, defiance, and power struggles with even the most strong-willed children. He joined us for Teach Them Diligently last season for the first time, and offered incredibly helpful insight to thousands who heard him speak. Today, we're talking about how you can discipline and teach a strong-willed child who doesn't seem to care about the consequences. We'll also spend some time chatting about the lessons parents of strong-willed kiddos get to learn and how God uses those children to refine and sanctify us along the way. Podcast Sponsor: You may or may not already have legal protection for your right to homeschool, but what if a social worker knocked on your door and the allegation was not about homeschooling? Since 2010, Heritage Defense has been providing member families with 24/7 direct access to experienced, Christian attorneys ready to protect your children and defend your parental rights. Membership with Heritage Defense also provides you an attorney beyond your initial call, including being with you for any meetings with CPS and representing you in court if needed… at no extra cost to you. Go to TeachThemDiligently.net/HeritageDefense to join. We want to encourage you to check out our Sunday night Homeschool Subjects email. It's totally free, and we believe that the 15 minutes or less that it will take you to read it over and check out the resources and links we share there will jump start your week and get you off on the right foot each time. Plus, once you sign up, you can share homeschool Subjects with your friends using your unique referral link to earn fun homeschool swag beginning with just 1 referral. Go to homeschoolsubjects.com to learn more and sign up today. Additional Resources: Find out more about Kirk Martin HERE Listen to the Celebrate Calm Podcast HERE
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On today's podcast, we are honored to have Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm. We will be talking all about power struggles with strong-willed children and then specifically how to homeschool them. For many of you, there will be a lot of familiar situations discussed. Today's podcast is sure to give practical approaches to those struggles– as well as encouragement about where your headed with that strong-willed kiddo! Kirk Martin was a standout at our event in Round Rock, and we can't wait for you to hear him in Pigeon Forge May 5-7th. If you do not have your ticket yet, you can get one now and save $24 with David and Leslie's anniversary sale going on until April 23. Click HERE to get your ticket now and use discount code SAVE24 to save $24 when you do. You do not want to miss this event!! AOP was here before homeschooling was accepted…before it was a movement…before you were told you had to stay home…before it was popular. Their mission today remains the same as it did 45 years ago when they began: to educate, inspire, and change lives through curriculum that promotes academic excellence and Christian values. Discover the benefits of a Christian homeschool education and learn more about AOP's award-winning homeschool options today at aop.com or call them at 800-622-3070! Additional Resources: Calm Parenting Podcast host Kirk Martin has helped almost one million families stop the defiance, disrespect, yelling, and power struggles with even the most strong-willed children. Click HERE to find more information about the Calm Parenting Podcast!
Do you need help understanding and managing your strong-willed child better? Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. He is known for his very practical strategies that he delivers with humor to help you to get your kids to listen the first time while building a […] The post Tips on How to Manage & Build A Trusting Relationship with A Strong-willed Child appeared first on Lee Ann Mancini, Author, Producer, Podcaster.
#006 - Have you ever said to yourself, “Why does this child have to be so difficult?!” In today's episode, we are sharing part 1 of an interview about strong-willed kids with Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. He shares his no-nonsense approach to discipline and practical tips on how to control yourself while also giving your strong-willed child ownership of their choices.LinksCalm Parenting PodcastCelebrateCalm.comWhat to Do Now?Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you don't miss Part 2 of our interview with Kirk!
Does your kid push your buttons all the time? Power struggles are not unusual in a parent-child relationship. You basically come from two completely different generations, what do you expect? Parenting is difficult enough. What more if you added in your daily struggles as an entrepreneur. But it doesn't have to be that way. Stop spending all your energy trying to control and change your kid because the only person in life that you can truly control is yourself. In today's episode, learn how you can balance parenting and your business from Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and Calm Parenting University. Kirk is also the host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Dealing with a difficult child requires a mindset shift How to control your emotions as a parent Focus on leading rather than pushing Kirk's superhero story which became his eureka moment Lessons from running a book writing business Episode Highlights: How to Deal with a Difficult Child You can actually control your child's response not by controlling them, but by how you control yourself. The quickest way to change your child's behavior is to first control your own. Instead of yelling, start asking questions and listen. This requires a big mindset shift. When you use humility instead of manipulation, your child will begin to listen to you. How to Control Your Emotions First, realize that it just doesn't work. You can get compliance from a child in that moment. But you're actually not building that relationship. You're not changing the heart. Be honest with yourself to recognize that you're just being a baby because you didn't get your way. When you yell at your child and they're upset because they didn't get their way, guess where they're learning that from? You, obviously. Second, body posture is important. Sit down instead of standing up, and you'll notice how that simple dynamic could change your tone. You don't see two people arguing while sitting and reclining in a chair. Third, do the opposite of what you normally do. Identify your triggers and notice how your tone starts to change and how your child reacts. Once you see this pattern, do the opposite of what you usually do. Focus on leading them rather than pushing them. For instance, instead of barking in their room, come in and sit on their bedside for 15 seconds, and mention something they're interested in. By taking interest rather than barking out your anxiety, you're giving them what they actually need, which is your time. You're paying attention to them, and so, you've turned that anxiety into love. Resources Mentioned: Celebrate Calm --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erikecabral/support
Do you ever find yourself reacting to your children in ways you wish you didn't? Or, Do you have a strong-willed child that you wish you could figure out how to get to their heart? Well, today's podcast is DEFINITELY for you! We are excited to have Kirk Martin on the TTD podcast. Kirk is the founder of Celebrate Calm and has worked with thousands of families through hard parenting situations. Kirk will be joining us next season in Pigeon Forge, TN and in Round Rock, TX, and you DEFINITELY will want to mark your calendars to hear him there. Kirk will help us reframe our interactions with our children and see how God can redeem even the most difficult relationships. Additional Information: You can find out more about Kirk Martin and Celebrate Calm by clicking HERE. The Celebrate Calm podcast is another great resource to help parents stop the power struggle. Click HERE to find out more! Hear Kirk Martin LIVE at our 2022 convention in Round Rock, TX and Pigeon Forge, TN. Click HERE to reserve your ticket today! Thank you to our sponsor AOP : When it comes to homeschooling, trust AOP, an award-winning homeschool curriculum provider. Our customizable and comprehensive options make it easy for your children to learn in the place they love most. Get a head start on next school year and save 20% on Monarch yearly plans, LIFEPAC, and Horizons award-winning curriculum July 8 and 9 during AOP's 2-Day Flash Sale! Plus, get free shipping on all applicable orders. Call 800-622-3070 or enjoy spectacular summer savings when you shop online at aop.com July 8 and 9! Ad music is from BenSound
Kirk Martin founder of Celebrate Calm & host of both Calm Parenting Podcast & Calm Christian Parenting Podcast joins me today to talk about his journey to become a calm parent. He didn't start out his parenting journey being calm. He was kind of a jerk, but he found that if he would control his own reaction to his son's behavior their relationship was transformed. Now he & Casey go into schools to share their story & share the methods they used to improve their relationship with teachers, children & parents. We also discuss his transition from a corporate employee to an entrepreneur. Full show notes can be found at www.justaddliberty.com/20
If you've ever gotten angry at your kids or if you've ever felt anxiety or helpless about your kids' behavior, then you need to hear this episode.Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and the Calm Parenting podcast. He has helped almost a million parents and teachers tackle some of the most challenging issues parents face like power-struggles, defiance and disrespect, bullying, sibling fights, de-motivated kids, kids with ADHD and so much more. He gives specific concrete strategies that work in everyday situations. And that's what I love about his program and his podcast is he has situations that he describes that I feel are exactly what I face with my four boys. We've applied Kirk's strategies in my house and it has certainly been a positive benefit to us. And I could go on and on about Kirk, let me just say this.If you've ever gotten angry at your kids or if you've ever felt anxiety or helpless about your kids' behavior, then you need to hear what Kirk has to say, because I think it could really change your life. Show NotesCelebrate Calm websiteMusic: It's Near by DJ Quads
Siblings fight. It's true. It's something most parents have come to expect, but still find it impossible to accept. And you really should only expect that it happens on occasion, not all the time. What I found so intriguing from my conversation with Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm for this episode is that the fighting is more often about boredom and low confidence than anything else. It circles back to one of my favorite life tenants — when you feel good, you do good. Kirk shares how to help your kids feel good, so they're good to each other.
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The best gift of all is time. For the next three Friday's I'm picking from the archives so I can enjoy more quality family time. Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Happy New Year! Christy Let’s Celebrate Calm! Episode 46 I hope you enjoy my chat with Kirk Martin, you can find him on the internet at https://www.celebratecalm.com/ I’ve been a big fan of his work for the last ten years and I’m so excited to share his story with you. Self-Care: Write a letter from what you want to retire from. Go out to eat with your girlfriends on a date with your spouse. Talk about what you need to say no to. Play Idea: Play the opposite game! http://www.pegames.org/warm-up/opposite-game Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com or find me on Instagram here or there.
Kirk Martin developed the parenting approach of Celebrate Calm out of necessity in the parenting his own child. It may sound simple, but his strategy is a game changer. The basic principle is that you can only lead your child to calm when you first find that calm within yourself. I am not sure about the rest of you but 2020 has not lent itself to a feeling of calm for me. I talk with Kirk about finding calm during this time of pandemic and parenting when many of us are not feeling very stable. Learn more about Kirk Martin at www.celebratecalm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm and the Calm Parenting podcast shares practical tips for dealing with shouting out, incomplete homework, not sitting still and more! Kirk has trained over 600,000 parents and teachers over the last several years. He brings a fresh approach to strong-willed children. Check out his website http://www.celebratecalm.com and his podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/celebrate-calm/id1281790712?mt=2 The Bedley Bros is sponsored by Global School Play Day, a day to raise awareness of the necessity of unstructured play for proper child development. Register your class for free at http://www.globalschoolplayday.com
No More 5:30 AM Workouts Episode 47 I hope you enjoy my chat with Kirk Martin, you can find him on the internet at https://www.celebratecalm.com/ I’ve been a big fan of his work for the last ten years and I’m so excited to share his story with you. SPECIAL GIFT: Use the code MOTHER50 at www.celebratecalm.com and receive 50% off anything you find. Listen carefully at the 21:00 minute mark about the REVOLUTION we’re starting together. Send me and email if you’re on board with us. Self-Care: Leave a book in the bathroom for future you to read and take a break. Kirk likes fiction and devotionals. Play Idea: Go outside without your kids and start playing some old-school games. Kick the can, ding-dong-ditch, 4 square or disc golf and when your kids come outside and stare, tell them they aren’t invited to play with you. Just kidding, fold them in to the games. The idea is to model how much FUN you can have not on technology. Lead your kids, don’t lecture. Join the new Patreon Community for extended support & bonus content. www.patreon.com/christythomas Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com or find me on Instagram here or there. ~~Got a road trip or just everyday drives around town? Use the time well by adding in play. TEXT “play” to 69922 for this free pdf. Want more? Check out the website! www.Play4Lifemoms.com Want play ideas over email? www.subscribepage.com/play4lifemoms
Let’s Celebrate Calm! Episode 46 I hope you enjoy my chat with Kirk Martin, you can find him on the internet at https://www.celebratecalm.com/ I’ve been a big fan of his work for the last ten years and I’m so excited to share his story with you. Self-Care: Write a letter from what you want to retire from. Go out to eat with your girlfriends on a date with your spouse. Talk about what you need to say no to. Play Idea: Play the opposite game! http://www.pegames.org/warm-up/opposite-game Join the new Patreon Community for extended support & bonus content. www.patreon.com/christythomas Have an idea? Email me at Play4life.Christy@gmail.com or find me on Instagram here or there. ~~Got a road trip or just everyday drives around town? Use the time well by adding in play. TEXT “play” to 69922 for this free pdf. Want more? Check out the website! www.Play4Lifemoms.com Want play ideas over email? www.subscribepage.com/play4lifemoms
Do you agree or disagree with Kirk’s shocking advice for handling a child who yells at his Mom and defies her authority? Learn why some kids shut down and aren’t motivated. What do you do when one child takes all of your energy and attention? How do you help kids who give up when work becomes difficult? This is a fantastic podcast so don’t miss this one. Learn how to get your kids to push through and be responsible for themselves with our new No B.S. Instruction Manual for Strong-Willed Kids at www.CelebrateCalm.com/NOBS. If you need help, email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com.
Megan talks today with Kirk Martin of Celebrate Calm, which helps parents change their behavior for a more peaceful home. Kirk talks about parenting through the lens of understanding human nature and relying on your instincts. He discusses the importance of being honest with your kids and letting them see you admit your own mistakes. He also talks about the "button pushing" kids and the value of the phrase, "I'm curious." He gives gives great ideas of how to advocate for your child in the school system and empower your child's teacher to help your child be successful. He shares practical advice that parents can implement quickly and easily to stop the battle of wills that we all sometimes fall into. There are too many great insights in this conversation to list! https://www.celebratecalm.com/ kirk@celebratecalm.com Morning Routine Podcast Kirk's first episode on the Family Brain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kirk Martin is the voice of reason at Celebrate Calm. He, with his son, Casey, have helped give parents practical strategies for stopping defiance, disrespect, and yelling. Over 500,000 parents have used his products to cultivate peaceful, happier homes. For more ideas, check out his website at www.celebratecalm.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and he has taught over 600,000 parents and teachers around the world to stop defiance, yelling, and power struggles with strong-willed children. Now, I don’t know about you but when somebody wants to have an influence in the world as a leader, I think that a lot of leaders raised these strong-willed children. So we’re going to really benefit from his practical strategies. They are life-changing and laugh-out-loud funny. Mentioned in this episode: Celebrate Calm website Find Kid's Entrepreneur Camp for kids here
Managing your kids’ screen time when you homeschool can sometimes feel like a daunting task. How much is too much? How do you get your kids to step away from the computer? Kirk Martin is the founder of Celebrate Calm and has given over 600,000 parents and teachers in 19 countries very specific, practical strategies […]
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him. /
Parents of ADHD children with challenging behavior may be locked in a cycle of defiance, disrespect, bullying, sibling fights, meltdowns, and power struggles. Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm, explains how to stop that cycle.
(Click the link at the bottom of the page to download this episode.) Are you tired of yelling, nagging and throwing your own tantrums from morning to bedtime? Yeah, I know, we have intense kids. But calm is not an absence of noise, problems or chaos. It means that instead of people and situations changing you, YOU spread your calm and change your environment. That’s pretty cool. Kirk Martin is my guest as I step back in the “way back machine,” and travel to April of 2009. Yes, I talk to Kirk of “Celebrate Calm” organization about kids diagnosed A.D.H.D. and how parents can better manage and understand the children better.. How can we make that first paragragh happen in our lives? Gives this broadcast to podcast a listen and you may find some answers to that question… This broadcast to podcast was done with my old phone system that consisted of a phone line and a Charlie Angels phone box… That’s the MacGyver in me making that all work out for me.:) Man, does my voice sound different! It was a different sounding show back then I think...