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Expert Button-Pusher Who Argues & Negotiates? 5 Scripts & Action Steps to Help. Dec 11, 2024

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Expert Button-Pusher Who Argues & Negotiates? 5 Scripts & Action Steps to Help.

Do you have a child who is an expert button pusher? Just so naturally gifted at arguing, negotiating, and wearing you down? It provokes you, your spouse or siblings and then spirals your home out of control. How do you respond without escalating the situation OR letting your kids get away with disrespect? Kirk shares 5 concrete action steps with scripts for kids of all ages.

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Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad Manners Dec 07, 2024

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Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad Manners

What should we do with a picky child who creates stress at meal times and won’t show his math work, a sibling who picks on her younger brother, or a child who doesn’t exhibit good manners? How we do reset after we’ve created kids who feel entitled to get take-out, etc? What should we think about before giving an iPhone for Christmas? How can I not take my stress out on my kids? Kirk provides concise, concrete, hard-hitting answers to these tough questions.

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Stop Homework & Homeschooling Battles: 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Kids’ Brains Dec 04, 2024

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Stop Homework & Homeschooling Battles: 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Kids’ Brains

Do you have a strong-willed, ADHD, or neurodivergent child who should be able to buzz through school work…but will spend more time fighting you than it would take to actually complete the assignment?! You’re not alone. Kirk shares 10 practical, creative strategies to help your kids complete school work with less stress. Let your kids listen so they understand how their brains work best.

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It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

MeUndies Kids

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Grumpy, Complaining, Tantrumy Kids from Ages 2-22? Dec 01, 2024

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Grumpy, Complaining, Tantrumy Kids from Ages 2-22?

Do you have a child who can be grumpy, throws tantrums, complains about everything that’s wrong, controls the emotional tide of your home, whose mood does determine your mood? What if your child wakes up miserable and makes everyone else miserable? Kirk gives you action steps and scripts in this powerful podcast with lots of insight into strong-willed kids…from toddler through teen years!

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HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

MeUndies Kids

To get 20% off your first order of MeUndies Kids, plus free shipping, go to https://www.meundies.com/calmpod and enter promo code calmpod. MeUndies—comfort from the outside in.

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Crash Course: Kids Who Don’t Comply, Listen, or Care About Consequences Nov 29, 2024

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Crash Course: Kids Who Don’t Comply, Listen, or Care About Consequences

You have kids who don’t always listen, want to do things their way, and don’t care about consequences. What DOES work with these kids? In less than 20 minutes, Kirk shares 10 rapid fire ideas to show you exactly how to get strong-willed kids to be responsible for themselves…when nothing else works. This is a must listen. Share with your spouse and family! Our Black Friday Sale Ends Saturday at 11:59pm. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Get practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids.

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Feeling Judged By Family? 10 Quick Tips With A Strong-Willed Child Nov 27, 2024

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Feeling Judged By Family? 10 Quick Tips With A Strong-Willed Child

How do you handle parents and extended family who always have strong opinions on what you’re doing wrong and should be doing without being defensive? How can you get them to come alongside and actually help/support you? How can you be confident and create positive experiences with family? Kirk gives you 10 quick tips! Our Black Friday Sale Ends THIS WEEKEND.

Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Get practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids.

AG1

HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

SIMPLISAFE

AirDoctor

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

AQUATRU WATER PURIFIER

AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee. My listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier. Go to https://www.AquaTru.com and enter code “CALM “ at checkout.

MeUndies Kids

To get 20% off your first order of MeUndies Kids, plus free shipping, go to https://www.meundies.com/calmpod and enter promo code calmpod. MeUndies—comfort from the outside in.

Skylight Frame

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How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With Family Nov 23, 2024

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How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With Family

Your kids are more emotional, particular, and little things set them off. Their meltdowns and related defiance are not always predictable. What works with other kids backfires with your kids. And our kids are prone to melting down in public…and around family, which is embarrassing. So how can you handle these common situations differently? Kirk shows you how with specific, concrete strategies. This is the FINAL week of our Black Friday Sale.

Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Get practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids.

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HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

SIMPLISAFE

AirDoctor

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

AQUATRU WATER PURIFIER

AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee. My listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier. Go to https://www.AquaTru.com and enter code “CALM “ at checkout.

MeUndies Kids

To get 20% off your first order of MeUndies Kids, plus free shipping, go to https://www.meundies.com/calmpod and enter promo code calmpod. MeUndies—comfort from the outside in.

Skylight Frame

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How Chicken Nuggets Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Part 2) Nov 20, 2024

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How Chicken Nuggets Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Part 2)

Kirk shares his favorite idea for building your child's confidence, gives you a script for addressing a lack of motivation, and shares how chicken nuggets (and a larger purpose) can change your child.

Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year. Get practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids.

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HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

SIMPLISAFE

AirDoctor

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

AQUATRU WATER PURIFIER

AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee. My listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier. Go to https://www.AquaTru.com and enter code “CALM “ at checkout.

MeUndies Kids

To get 20% off your first order of MeUndies Kids, plus free shipping, go to https://www.meundies.com/calmpod and enter promo code calmpod. MeUndies—comfort from the outside in.

Skylight Frame

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8 Ways to Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Sibling Fights, Lying, & More) Part 1 Nov 17, 2024

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8 Ways to Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Sibling Fights, Lying, & More) Part 1

Do you have kids who pick on siblings, lie, make excuses, won’t admit when they do something wrong? Who cheat or quit at games, act silly in class? All of these behaviors have the same root cause. Kirk gives you 8 practical, concrete strategies to build your child's confidence...and stop the misbehavior.

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AG1

HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

SIMPLISAFE

AirDoctor

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

AQUATRU WATER PURIFIER

AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee. My listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier. Go to https://www.AquaTru.com and enter code “CALM “ at checkout.

MeUndies Kids

To get 20% off your first order of MeUndies Kids, plus free shipping, go to https://www.meundies.com/calmpod and enter promo code calmpod. MeUndies—comfort from the outside in.

Skylight Frame

Get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to https://www.SkylightFrame.com/CALM

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Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Success Nov 15, 2024

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Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Success

If you are homeschooling a strong-willed child, you ARE going to experience constant pushback and resistance. How can you keep from being resentful and worn out while giving your kids tools to complete their schoolwork more quickly? Kirk provides almost 25 different tips in this two-part series that is a must-listen for homeschooling families. Please share with others and learn more at CelebrateCalm.com.

Early Access To Our Black Friday Sale Continues This Week! Get practical strategies that really work with your strong-willed kids. Visit https://celebratecalm.com/black-friday/ to purchase the Get Everything Package at the lowest prices of the year.

AG1

HAPPY MAMMOTH

It's time to feel like yourself again, Moms! For a limited time, you can get 15% off on your entire first order at https://store.happymammoth.com/ with the code CALM at checkout.

SIMPLISAFE

AirDoctor

OneSkin

OneSkin is the world’s first skin longevity company. Get started today with 15% off using code KIRK at https://oneskin.co.

AQUATRU WATER PURIFIER

AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee. My listeners receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier. Go to https://www.AquaTru.com and enter code “CALM “ at checkout.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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