Face to Face With An Angry, Frustrated, Anxious Child #527

You are going to come face to face with a child who feels angry, frustrated, anxious…and ultimately helpless. I used to feel helpless as a parent and react just like my son. Until I finally learned how to connect and diffuse these situations...and respond the way I wish my Dad had treated me. I show you exactly how with a script and action steps in this very powerful episode. Take advantage of our BIG Fall Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get dozens of scripts to help in every situation. Email [email protected] with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.WYZANT.COMHelp your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you getting calls from school about your child’s behavior? Does it feel like your home is a little out of control, that you’re overwhelmed and at your wits’ end as your child spirals a bit? You’re not alone! All the pressures and stress of school and extracurriculars can be difficult to manage. How can you change the negative momentum so that you feel back in control? Kirk gives you 7 practical action steps. Want dozens of practical action steps for every situation? Take advantage of our BIG Fall Sale and get the Calm Parenting Bundle at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email [email protected] with any questions and to get a personalized plan on how to implement the programs. COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.WYZANT.COMHelp your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you internally motivate kids who don't care about school or good behavior? You can't let them just fail or play video games all day--so what should you focus on? How can you build your child's confidence and prepare them for life success? Kirk gives you 10 practical steps and scripts to use. Want more tools to build your child's confidence and motivate your kids? Our BIG Fall Sale continues this week at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email [email protected] with any questions.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.WYZANT.COMHelp your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Some of you have kids who have never liked school and never will. Does this mean they are doomed? Absolutely not. My goal is to prevent you from spending 18 years on needless worry, pressure, lectures, and power struggles over school. Your kids will choose the harder path and that is part of the process. Learn how to prepare your kids for success without ruining your relationship or destroying their confidence. Our BIG Fall Sale continues this week at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and includes ALL of our programs to help you stop the power struggles. Email [email protected] with any questions.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.WYZANT.COMHelp your child succeed in school and boost their confidence with Wyzant. Go to https://wyzant.com/ and use code Podcast15 to enjoy $15 off your first lesson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your kids and wife won't respect you if you give consequences you can't actually enforce. Learn a different way to handle tough discipline without yelling or drama. Bonus tip? I show you how to teach kids impulse control and delayed gratification on screens.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You have a strong-willed child who triggers you by talking back, blurting out, dawdling, having a messy room, doing things the hard way. Moms and Dads have different triggers. Sometimes Dads feel shut out and Moms feel caught in the middle as the referee. Kirk shares three ways to handle your triggers, get on the same page, AND help kids who blurt out in class. Plus we share a brand new idea that WILL change your family quickly! Our BIG Fall Sale begins today at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and includes ALL of our programs to help you stop the power struggles and get on the same page. Email [email protected] with any questions.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. HUNGRYROOT.COMGo to Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICO.COM Get up to 50% off your first crate at KiwiCo.com, promo code CALM. SKYLIGHT CALENDARGo to https://myskylight.com/PARENTING for $30 off your 15 inch Calendar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What should the consequence be for being disrespectful to a parent or teacher, not listening to you, not getting ready for bed on time, being mean to a sibling, coming home late, creating a mess, swearing, throwing a tantrum, speeding, or not doing what you ask? Kirk gives you scripts and some unique twists on traditional consequences that actually work! If you want more practical scripts and action steps, take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Our Back-to-School Sale ends 9/31 at 11:59pm. Email [email protected] with any questions.AG1Go to https://drinkag1.com/calm to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.HUNGRYROOTGo 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.IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICOTinker, Create, and Innovate with KiwiCo! Get up to 50% off your first crate at https://www.kiwico.com promo code CALM.WAYFAIR.COMHead to https://Wayfair.com to cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. From comfy Wayfair recliners to cozy bedding and autumn decor. Find it all for way less at 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.

Your child is yelling and even saying hurtful things, maybe picking on siblings. Your natural response is to become resentful and angry—you bend over backwards for this challenging child and now they treat you like this? How can you de-escalate these situations in the moment so they don’t become full blown family meltdowns? What is the appropriate discipline for defiant behavior. I give you actual scripts and action steps to take in this very personal, practical episode. If you want more practical scripts and action steps, take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/. Email [email protected] with any questions.AG1Go to https://drinkag1.com/calm to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.HUNGRYROOTGo 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.IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICOTinker, Create, and Innovate with KiwiCo! Get up to 50% off your first crate at https://www.kiwico.com promo code CALM.WAYFAIR.COMHead to https://Wayfair.com to cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. From comfy Wayfair recliners to cozy bedding and autumn decor. Find it all for way less at 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.

Do you ever feel like you are constantly explaining your child’s quirks or justifying your decisions to others? When do you insist that your kids get with the program and when do you accommodate their anxiety or preferences? Do you ever feel like you’re giving in while others claim tough consequences would work? How do you navigate highly charged situations without ruffling your family’s feathers? This is an especially insightful, emotional episode with powerful lessons so please share this one. Take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get 35 hours of strategies to stop the power struggles. Email [email protected] with any questions.AG1Go to https://drinkag1.com/calm to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.HUNGRYROOTGo 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.IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICOTinker, Create, and Innovate with KiwiCo! Get up to 50% off your first crate at https://www.kiwico.com promo code CALM.WAYFAIR.COMHead to https://Wayfair.com to cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. From comfy Wayfair recliners to cozy bedding and autumn decor. Find it all for way less at 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.

Your kids are going to do things that are annoying, irritating, and sometimes just wrong. You will be justified in getting angry and correcting them. But I want you to turn what usually separates you from your child…into a bonding opportunity to draw you closer. I want you to deal with your own triggers and control yourself…because that will change their behavior more quickly. Take advantage of the Back-to-School Sale at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ and get 35 hours of strategies to stop the power struggles. Email [email protected] with any questions.AG1Go to https://drinkag1.com/calm to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ.COZY EARTHGo to https://cozyearth.com and use code CALM for 40% off best-selling Cozy Earth temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.HUNGRYROOTGo 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.IXL LEARNINGMake 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/KIRKKIWICOTinker, Create, and Innovate with KiwiCo! Get up to 50% off your first crate at https://www.kiwico.com promo code CALM.WAYFAIR.COMHead to https://Wayfair.com to cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. From comfy Wayfair recliners to cozy bedding and autumn decor. Find it all for way less at 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.