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Why Kids Say 'No' Instantly (You Won’t Like My Response!) #443 (Wed, Jan 29, 2025)
Q&A: Social Skills, ADHD, Impulsivity, Physically Explosive, Testing, Refusal, Anxiety #442 (Sun, Jan 26, 2025)
Scripts For Kids Who Talk Back, Refuse to Go Places or Listen #441 (Wed, Jan 22, 2025)
How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Giving In Or Escalating #440 (Sun, Jan 19, 2025)
Want to Podcast, Write A Book, Help People? 10 Important Lessons (Fri, Jan 17, 2025)
Consequences for Defiance, Disrespect & Lying? #439 (Wed, Jan 15, 2025)
Why Won’t My Kids Just Do What I Ask?! #438 (Sun, Jan 12, 2025)
Meltdowns Over Meaningless Things? Kids Won’t Let You Correct Them? #437 (Wed, Jan 08, 2025)
Are Kids Rejecting Your Authority…Or Your Anxiety? #436 (Sun, Jan 05, 2025)
Change Behavior ASAP At Home & School: 3 Quick Tips #435 (Wed, Jan 01, 2025)
5 Quick Tips To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights During Chaotic Holiday Break (Fri, Dec 27, 2024)
What Your Kids Will Remember & What They Will Forget (Tue, Dec 24, 2024)
When To Say No & Yes (Bored, Unhappy, Tattling and Fighting Siblings) (Sat, Dec 21, 2024)
Stop Power Struggles with Toddlers, Teens & In-Between (Wed, Dec 18, 2024)
Self-Centered Child? Unfair With Siblings, Does Minimal Work & No Chores? (Sun, Dec 15, 2024)
Expert Button-Pusher Who Argues & Negotiates? 5 Scripts & Action Steps to Help. (Wed, Dec 11, 2024)
Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad Manners (Sat, Dec 07, 2024)
Stop Homework & Homeschooling Battles: 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Kids’ Brains (Wed, Dec 04, 2024)
Grumpy, Complaining, Tantrumy Kids from Ages 2-22? (Sun, Dec 01, 2024)
Crash Course: Kids Who Don’t Comply, Listen, or Care About Consequences (Fri, Nov 29, 2024)
Feeling Judged By Family? 10 Quick Tips With A Strong-Willed Child (Wed, Nov 27, 2024)
How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With Family (Sat, Nov 23, 2024)
How Chicken Nuggets Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Part 2) (Wed, Nov 20, 2024)
8 Ways to Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Sibling Fights, Lying, & More) Part 1 (Sun, Nov 17, 2024)
Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Success (Fri, Nov 15, 2024)
Screens Q&A: No Drama Screen Safety & Success from Toddlers to Teens (Wed, Nov 13, 2024)
10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 2 (Why Punching Pillows Doesn’t Work) (Sun, Nov 10, 2024)
10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 1 (Wed, Nov 06, 2024)
Triggered By Sibling Fights, Noise, Messes & More? (Sun, Nov 03, 2024)
ADHD & ND Kids: 25 Ways To Help (Wed, Oct 30, 2024)
Are You Giving In...Or Just Using Wisdom? (Sun, Oct 27, 2024)
“I Don’t Want Your Help!” When Kids Won’t Listen to You. (Wed, Oct 23, 2024)
The Day I Finally Changed Myself Instead of My Son (Sun, Oct 20, 2024)
Kids Who Lie, Steal, Sneak Things At Night (Wed, Oct 16, 2024)
10 Ways To Stop Power Struggles & Get Kids To Do Stuff (Sun, Oct 13, 2024)
3 Ways to Motivate Teens & Tweens (Fri, Oct 11, 2024)
Stop Punishing Kids For Having A Busy Brain (Wed, Oct 09, 2024)
3 Ways to Handle Your Triggers & Trauma (Sun, Oct 06, 2024)
Consequences: From Toddler Tantrums to Teen Transgressions (Wed, Oct 02, 2024)
At Your Wits’ End? 5 Ways to Get Your Sanity Back & Your Kids to Be Responsible (Sun, Sep 29, 2024)
Defiance, De-Escalation, & Discipline (Wed, Sep 25, 2024)
Child Who Argues, Melts Down Over Losing, Bosses Siblings? (Sun, Sep 22, 2024)
You’re A Control Freak! 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles. (Wed, Sep 18, 2024)
3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior (And Yourself!) (Sun, Sep 15, 2024)
An Instruction Manual For Connecting With Your Strong-Willed Child (Wed, Sep 11, 2024)
5 Ways to Get Kids Moving More Quickly (Sun, Sep 08, 2024)
"F*** You, Mom!" Scripts to Handle Disrespect (Wed, Sep 04, 2024)
How to Help Defiant, Task Avoidant, Unmotivated Kids Who Ask "Why?" (Sun, Sep 01, 2024)
Tough Talks with Kids: Stealing, Sneaking Things at Night, Vaping, Porn (Wed, Aug 28, 2024)
3 Ways to Stop Yelling, Lecturing & Power Struggles (Sun, Aug 25, 2024)
When Behavior Charts & Consequences Don't Work (Help for Teachers) (Wed, Aug 21, 2024)
10 Ways to Stop Daily Homework Battles (Sun, Aug 18, 2024)
Anxiety, School Refusal, & Defiance: 5 Strategies That Work (Wed, Aug 14, 2024)
5 Secrets to Prevent School Battles & Motivate Your Kids (Sun, Aug 11, 2024)
Child Won’t Follow Rules, Not Motivated by Rewards or Consequences, Gets Angry When Say No (Wed, Aug 07, 2024)
Child Won’t Accept Responsibility, Lashes Out When Corrected, Picks on Siblings? (Sun, Aug 04, 2024)
Q&A: Impulse Control, Messy Bedrooms, Sassy Kids & More (Thu, Aug 01, 2024)
Complaining, Bored kids and Judgmental Relatives (Vacation Tips) (Sat, Jul 27, 2024)
Social Skills & Sibling Squabbles #2 (Wed, Jul 24, 2024)
Social Skills & Sibling Squabbles #1 (Sun, Jul 21, 2024)
3 Ways to Help Frustrated Kids So They Don't Beat Themselves Up (Wed, Jul 17, 2024)
How to Stop Entitlement, Build Resilience & Stop Being Referee With Siblings? (Sun, Jul 14, 2024)
Navigating Neurodiversity: 8 Tips for Parenting Your Unique Child with Holly Blanc Moses (Wed, Jul 10, 2024)
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind (Give Their Brain A Win) (Sun, Jul 07, 2024)
7 Ways to Stop Emotional Fireworks & Meet Sensory Needs (Thu, Jul 04, 2024)
Fights Over Chores, Sibling Fairness, Tough Discipline (Mon, Jul 01, 2024)
Relentless Arguer, Gets Last Word In, Demands Fairness? (Sun, Jun 23, 2024)
3 Shocking Thoughts Strong-Willed Kids Want to Share With You (Wed, Jun 19, 2024)
Discipline Without Being Angry or Permissive (Sun, Jun 16, 2024)
Why You Want Your Kids to Say, “No.” (Wed, Jun 12, 2024)
Outright Defiance/Refusal: My Best Podcast of 2024 (Sun, Jun 09, 2024)
Feeling Powerless with Video Games? 2 Ways to Take Back Control (Wed, Jun 05, 2024)
4 Ways to Stop Power Struggles & Control Yourself (Sun, Jun 02, 2024)
Tough Teens & Tweens 101: Motivation, Screens, School Refusal, Defiance and More (Wed, May 29, 2024)
5 Ways to Stop Anxiety-Driven Battles & Meltdowns (Sun, May 26, 2024)
Are You Letting Kids “Get Away” With Things? (Sun, May 19, 2024)
10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles With Toddlers, Teens & In Between (Tue, May 14, 2024)
5-Minute Mother's Day Message (Sat, May 11, 2024)
Moms Coddle Husbands (Not Kids) (Wed, May 08, 2024)
How to De-Escalate A Nuclear Meltdown & Stop The Shame Cycle (Sun, May 05, 2024)
Disagree About Discipline? Want to Get Control of Screens? (Wed, May 01, 2024)
Why Kids Argue, Fight Siblings, Refuse Homework (ADHD) (Sun, Apr 28, 2024)
When Kids Say “No” Or Ask “Why?” Reflexively (Sun, Apr 21, 2024)
How I Almost Ruined My Relationship With My Son (Wed, Apr 17, 2024)
How to Avoid Poisoning Your Child’s Confidence (Sun, Apr 14, 2024)
Why Do Your Neuro-Divergent Kids Do These Things? (Wed, Apr 10, 2024)
The Quickest Way to Change Your Child’s Behavior (Sun, Apr 07, 2024)
Defiant, Moody Child Won’t Stop & Blames You: 5 Ways to Stop This (Sun, Mar 31, 2024)
Child Not Living Up To Your Expectations? Use This Script. (Sun, Mar 24, 2024)
A Special Message For Kids Who Feel Different (Dedicated to Poppy!) (Wed, Mar 20, 2024)
Get Your Kids to Listen Without Being Mean or Asking 12 Times (Sun, Mar 17, 2024)
Considering UN-Schooling? A Practical Framework (Wed, Mar 13, 2024)
You Did What?! Disobeying & Lying About It (Sun, Mar 10, 2024)
How To Be A Dad Your Kids Listen To (Tue, Mar 05, 2024)
Why Kids Choose Consequences Over Simply Doing What You Ask (Sun, Mar 03, 2024)
When Kids Want To Do Things Their Own Way! (Sun, Feb 25, 2024)
A Personal, Self-Serving, 5-Minute Podcast! (Wed, Feb 21, 2024)
Angry, Aggressive Child Who Swears, Lies, Lashes Out (Sun, Feb 18, 2024)
Confronting Your Parents & In-Laws (Tue, Feb 13, 2024)
You Are NOT Responsible For Your Child’s Happiness, Mood or Gratitude (Sun, Feb 11, 2024)
Kids Are NOT Supposed To Be Immediately Obedient (Sun, Feb 04, 2024)
When Childhood Trauma Affects Parenting: 3 Ideas to Help You (Sun, Jan 28, 2024)
5 Ways To Be A Better Parent, Leader & Manager (Wed, Jan 24, 2024)
3 Specific Ways to Help Kids In School (Tue, Jan 16, 2024)
From Authoritarian to Connected Parenting (Without Being Too Sweet) (Sun, Jan 14, 2024)
3 Tough Talks With Husbands & Dads (Wed, Jan 10, 2024)
Stop Whining, Complaining & Tantrums NOW! (Sun, Jan 07, 2024)
Stop Anxiety, Perfectionism & Controlling People’s Emotions (Sat, Dec 30, 2023)
Q&A: Sibling Fights, Unhappy Kids, Parents with Control Issues, Kids Throwing Things (Wed, Dec 27, 2023)
When Plans Change: Kids Who Lose It When Disappointed (Sat, Dec 23, 2023)
When Your Child Provokes You: 3 Ways to Stop Reacting (Sun, Dec 17, 2023)
Q&A: Fear of Failure, Calming A Chaotic Home, Child Doesn’t Want to Participate? (Wed, Dec 13, 2023)
Grumpy Kid? How to Change This (& Yourself) (Sun, Dec 10, 2023)
5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Clean Up Messes (Part II) (Wed, Dec 06, 2023)
Overcoming Triggers That Set You Off: Messes Everywhere Part I (Sun, Dec 03, 2023)
Stop Fights Between Siblings & Parents. Build Confidence. (Sun, Nov 26, 2023)
Thanksgiving: 8 Ways to Handle Big Emotions (And Judgmental Family!) (Sun, Nov 19, 2023)
Parents with Big Emotions: 5 Responses When Kids Push Your Buttons. (Sun, Nov 12, 2023)
BIG DEFIANCE FROM A BROKEN RELATIONSHIP & CHILD (Wed, Nov 08, 2023)
Stop Defiance & Big Emotions From Anxiety (Sun, Nov 05, 2023)
MEN: How to Stop the Yelling & Power Struggles (Men In The Arena Guest Podcast) (Fri, Nov 03, 2023)
Calming A Screaming Toddler or Venomous Teen (W , )(ed, Nov 01, 2023)
5 Strategies to Help Kids With Big Emotions (Sun, Oct 29, 2023)
Help For Homeschoolers Part II: 10+ Tips For Your Kids (Wed, Oct 25, 2023)
Is Giving Consequences “Threatening” Your Child? Better Ways to Discipline (Sun, Oct 22, 2023)
Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Survive (Wed, Oct 18, 2023)
Child Doesn’t Want Any Restrictions on Screen Time? 4 Script Options (Sun, Oct 15, 2023)
Men: What Your Wife is Afraid To Tell You (Wed, Oct 11, 2023)
Best Morning Routine Idea! I Dare You To Try This (Sun, Oct 08, 2023)
3 Ways to Help Disruptive Kids in the Classroom (Wed, Oct 04, 2023)
School Struggles? 8 Weird Ideas To Improve Focus, Motivation, Homework & Writing (Sun, Oct 01, 2023)
How to "Win" The Power Struggle Without Struggling (Wed, Sep 27, 2023)
Stealing, Lying and Spanking (Sun, Sep 24, 2023)
When Kids Don’t Want to Do Things YOUR Way (Sun, Sep 17, 2023)
Fighting Over Doritos: Handling Tantrums & Sibling Fights (Wed, Sep 13, 2023)
My Son Follows Me, Relentlessly, Picking Fights (Sun, Sep 10, 2023)
The Frustrated Child: 3 Ways to Help (Sun, Sep 03, 2023)
How & When To Be Stern, Without Being Mean (Sun, Aug 27, 2023)
Stop Power Struggles Without Breaking Your Child’s Spirit (Sun, Aug 20, 2023)
A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension (Mon, Aug 14, 2023)
Moms, This is NOT Your Fault (Tough Toddler Troubles) (Sat, Aug 12, 2023)
Let Your Kids Be Odd & Responsible For Themselves (Wed, Aug 09, 2023)
3 Quick Ways to Help Kids at Back-to-School Time (Sun, Aug 06, 2023)
Stop Making Your Kids Eat Your Food…Or Ideas (Sun, Jul 30, 2023)
You’re Not Yelling…Yet. But Here’s What Ticks You Off. (Sun, Jul 23, 2023)
One New Idea When a Child Lashes Out (Sun, Jul 16, 2023)
Straight Up Defiance: 7 Ways to Stop It. (Sun, Jul 09, 2023)
When Kids Resist & Whine—Stop Trying to Make Everything Better (Sun, Jul 02, 2023)
Q&A: Exhausted By Lies, Defiance, Yelling, Moody Kids? (Wed, Jun 28, 2023)
2 Ways to (Re)Build Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child (Sun, Jun 25, 2023)
Kirk Answers Your Toughest Questions! (Fri, Jun 23, 2023)
Handling A Demanding Child Without Losing Your Mind (Sun, Jun 18, 2023)
How to Discipline Without Anger (Sun, Jun 11, 2023)
"I Don't Have Anger Issues!" (Fri, Jun 09, 2023)
Triggered By Messes? An Odd Way to Get Your Kids to Listen More (Sun, Jun 04, 2023)
Child Bossy, Melt Down Over Transitions & Losing, Argue Relentlessly? (Sun, May 28, 2023)
Sibling Fights: What Are The Consequences? (Sun, May 21, 2023)
When Your Child Thrashes About—Teach Them To Be Responsible (Mon, May 15, 2023)
I Feel Like A Failure As A Mom! My Child Won’t Listen! (Sun, May 07, 2023)
Why Do Strong-Willed Kids Push Your Buttons? (Sun, Apr 23, 2023)
PANDAS, Pills, Patience & Pushups: Who Wins the Faceoff? (Sun, Apr 16, 2023)
Responding to Blatant Disrespect & Backtalk (Sun, Apr 09, 2023)
How To Restrict Phone Usage With Your Kids (Sun, Apr 02, 2023)
How to Teach Kids Self-Control & Gratitude (Sun, Mar 26, 2023)
Stop Power Struggles Over Anxiety & Trying New Things (Sun, Mar 12, 2023)
What Anxiety Feels Like For Kids (Sat, Mar 11, 2023)
Reactive, Dawdling Kid Who Lashes Out, Not Good At Losing (Sun, Mar 05, 2023)
5 Ways to Stop the Afternoon Chaos & Meltdowns (Sun, Feb 26, 2023)
Q&A With 5 Odd Answers To Tough Questions (Wed, Feb 22, 2023)
Try This During Meltdowns, Chaos, Sibling Fights (Sun, Feb 19, 2023)
5-Minute Valentine's Day Message: Say This To Your Spouse (Mon, Feb 13, 2023)
10 Secrets To Stop Homework Battles (Sun, Feb 05, 2023)
Men In The Arena Guest Podcast: Discipline Without Anger w/ Kirk Martin (Thu, Feb 02, 2023)
Child Who Creates Chaos & Seeks Attention (Attachment Issues) (Sun, Jan 29, 2023)
Q&A For Teachers & Parents: Kids Daydreaming, Not Listening, Acting Silly in Class (Tue, Jan 24, 2023)
How to Reset/Recover After You React/Yell At/Lecture Your Child (Sun, Jan 22, 2023)
3 Ways to Keep From Destroying Your Child’s Confidence (Sun, Jan 15, 2023)
Teachers: 5 Ways to Help Students with Anxiety, Focus, Social Skills, & Transitions (Tue, Jan 10, 2023)
One Way to Change Your Child's Response Overnight (Sun, Jan 08, 2023)
The Truth About Lying & How To Stop It (Sun, Jan 01, 2023)
When To Be Tough Or Soft? Specific Examples. (Mon, Dec 26, 2022)
5 Quick Holiday/Family Survival Strategies (Mon, Dec 19, 2022)
What Should Worry You About Your Strong-Willed Child (Mon, Dec 12, 2022)
A Grumbling, Growling Child: 3 Ideas For Defiance & Complaining (Sun, Dec 04, 2022)
Tired of Being Judged As A Parent During the Holidays? (Mon, Nov 28, 2022)
3 (Actually 5!) Quick Ideas For Dads & Moms (Wed, Nov 16, 2022)
Child Hits, Screams, Defiant? What's the Root? (Sun, Nov 13, 2022)
Why Your Kids Aren’t Listening or Progressing (Sun, Nov 06, 2022)
One Secret to Change Misbehavior & Build Confidence (Sun, Oct 30, 2022)
The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child (Sun, Oct 23, 2022)
Dishonesty or Distrust? When Kids Lie or Won’t Talk to You. (Sun, Oct 16, 2022)
Moms Do Too Much. Here’s How to Stop That. (Sun, Oct 09, 2022)
How to “Yell” Appropriately At Toddlers, Teens & In Between (Sun, Oct 02, 2022)
3 Ways A Dad Prevented Volcanic Reactions (Sun, Sep 25, 2022)
5 Simple Tips to Calm Down & De-Escalate Situations (Mon, Sep 05, 2022)
10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17 (Mon, Aug 15, 2022)
Proper Expectations of Toddlers, Teens & In-Between (Wed, Aug 10, 2022)
Calm Parenting Podcast Trailer (Thu, Aug 04, 2022)
Getting Your Child to Be Part of Family Life & Motivated In School? (Sun, Jul 31, 2022)
Kids Who Complain: 2 Big Insights (Sun, Jun 26, 2022)
Every Mom's Dilemma: Navigating Meltdowns (From Child & Spouse) (Sun, Jun 19, 2022)
DADS: 2 Noble Goals, 2 Big Challenges (Sun, Jun 12, 2022)
4 Things We Misunderstand About Strong-Willed Children (Sun, Jun 05, 2022)
Frazzled Child In A Bad Mood? How to Help. (Wed, Jun 01, 2022)
You Don’t Have To Take It (Disrespect)! A Tough Approach (Mon, May 23, 2022)
Widows and Single Parents: Dealing With Guilt & Anger/Defiance (Sat, May 21, 2022)
Child Who Corrects You, Proves Their Point (Mon, May 16, 2022)
3 Behaviors We Misinterpret As Defiance or Selfishness (Mon, May 09, 2022)
Stop Judging Moms: No One Has Any Idea How Hard This Is (Sun, May 01, 2022)
Are You Coddling Your Child? A Surprising Answer (Sun, Apr 24, 2022)
How to Get Your Kids to Control Themselves (Thu, Apr 21, 2022)
Have A Relentless Arguer? Use This Script. (Sun, Apr 17, 2022)
When Kids Don’t Respect A Step-Parent (Sat, Apr 16, 2022)
Child Sending Inappropriate Texts, Vaping, Drinking? Use This Script (Mon, Apr 11, 2022)
Fights Over Bedtime, Fortnite & Swearing: How to Teach Delayed Gratification (Sun, Apr 03, 2022)
“I’m Stupid!” How to Change/Improve Behavior (Sun, Mar 27, 2022)
How Can I Get Through To My Child? (Mon, Mar 21, 2022)
Why I'm Glad A Kid Ignored His Parents (Mon, Mar 14, 2022)
3 Scripts for Kids Who Hate to Lose, Whine, Or Say “That’s Not Fair!” (Thu, Mar 10, 2022)
A Script & 2 Ways to Diffuse Heated Moments (Sun, Mar 06, 2022)
Texas: 2 Live Events in Texas & An Opportunity to Come to Your Town! (Tue, Mar 01, 2022)
Why Defiance Is An Opportunity (Tue, Mar 01, 2022)
5 Discipline Tools To Get Your Kids to Cooperate (Mon, Feb 21, 2022)
Motivating Kids in Sports, Music, & Extracurriculars (Thu, Feb 17, 2022)
Get Your Kids to Listen Without Resistance (Tue, Feb 15, 2022)
5 Minutes to Change Morning/Bedtime & Save Your Marriage (Sat, Feb 12, 2022)
Consequences That Work & Build Trust, Not Shame (Tue, Feb 08, 2022)
Should You Express Disappointment In Your Child? (Tue, Feb 01, 2022)
Kid Who Acts Like Nothing Happened After Meltdown (Sun, Jan 23, 2022)
Proper Expectations: Why Kids Do Things on Their Own Terms (Sun, Jan 16, 2022)
Turn Disruptive Students into Helpful, Confident Kids (Sun, Jan 09, 2022)
Never Say These Two Phrases To An Upset Child (Sun, Jan 02, 2022)
When Kids Rage & Feel Helpless (Mon, Dec 27, 2021)
Child Not Living Up to Potential? Do This. (Sun, Dec 19, 2021)
Medication For Behavior Issues? Try These 7 Strategies First. (Sun, Dec 12, 2021)
Don’t Miss These Critical Moments: Defiant or Desperate Kid? (Sun, Dec 05, 2021)
Disappoint Your Kids on Purpose (Mon, Nov 29, 2021)
5 Ways To Survive Thanksgiving with Family (Wed, Nov 24, 2021)
Do What Works, Even If It’s Weird (Sun, Nov 21, 2021)
Old School Parenting Outdated? Not In These 2 Ways. (Thu, Nov 18, 2021)
Why Your Kids Aren’t Listening or Progressing (Mon, Nov 15, 2021)
Child Hits, Screams, Defiant? What’s the Root? (Mon, Nov 08, 2021)
Child Procrastinate? How to Help Kids Focus. (Mon, Nov 01, 2021)
Get Kids to Love & Respect Siblings? (Mon, Oct 25, 2021)
Dads Only: How To Really Get Respect (Fri, Oct 22, 2021)
Should You Ask Less of A Strong-Willed Child? (Sun, Oct 17, 2021)
Moms Do Too Much. Here’s How to Stop That. (Mon, Oct 11, 2021)
How Involved Should You Be in Homework? (Mon, Oct 04, 2021)
Kids Not Living Up to Potential? (Sun, Sep 26, 2021)
Have An Unmotivated, Frustrated Child Who Feels Dumb? (Tue, Sep 21, 2021)
Do We Give In? Let Her Get Away With Things? (Mon, Sep 13, 2021)
Child Anxious? Won’t Push Through Tough Assignments? (Tue, Sep 07, 2021)
A Great Phrase to De-Escalate Back-to-School Tension (Mon, Aug 16, 2021)
10 Back-to-School Tips for Kids Ages 3-17 (Sun, Aug 08, 2021)
Do Calm Strategies Apply to Kids/Parents of All Ages? (Sat, Aug 07, 2021)
The Danger of Labels: Help, Don’t Fix, Your Child (Sun, Aug 01, 2021)
When Kids Are Wrong & Do Irritating Things (Mon, Jun 21, 2021)
Special Podcast for Father's Day (Sun, Jun 20, 2021)
How to Affirm a Child Who Rejects Praise (Mon, Jun 14, 2021)
Your Child Flips You Off-Tough Discipline & De-Escalating (Tue, Jun 08, 2021)
How to Get Kids’ Heads Out of Screens This Summer (Fri, Jun 04, 2021)
For Friends in California and Arizona (Wed, Jun 02, 2021)
When Kids Refuse To Go, Lash Out & Don’t Like Your Rules (Tue, Jun 01, 2021)
How To Fix Your Relationship With Your Strong-Willed Child (Mon, May 24, 2021)
How To Handle Chaos, Whining, Meltdowns & Sibling Fights (Tue, May 18, 2021)
A Message For Kids: You Don't Need To Be Fixed (Sat, May 15, 2021)
SPECIAL PODCAST: Mother's Day Message For My Mom (Sun, May 09, 2021)
How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School (Thu, May 06, 2021)
No, Your Kids DO NOT Want Your Attention—They Want This. (Mon, May 03, 2021)
Why Kids Resist Your Help (Mon, Apr 26, 2021)
Stop Meltdowns & Fights, Improve Focus & Sleep (Tue, Apr 20, 2021)
10 Tips for Kids Ages 2-7 (Sun, Apr 18, 2021)
My Son Pushes My Buttons On Purpose. (Tue, Apr 13, 2021)
How to Set Limits & Use Tough Discipline (Mon, Apr 05, 2021)
Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan (Thu, Apr 01, 2021)
Get Rid of Your Child's Shame This Week (Mon, Mar 29, 2021)
Boy Can’t Lose Games, Girl Hanging Out with “Wrong” Friends (Wed, Mar 24, 2021)
3 Ways to Get Calm, Compliance & Contrition (Mon, Mar 22, 2021)
Stop Projecting Adult Expectations On Your Kids (Mon, Mar 15, 2021)
3 Quick Ideas for Teachers (Sun, Mar 14, 2021)
Why You Should NOT Talk About A Child's Feelings (Mon, Mar 08, 2021)
This F Word Improves Grades and Homework (Thu, Mar 04, 2021)
"Ugh! Another Call About School!" (Tue, Mar 02, 2021)
Why Your Kids Ask “Why?” Every Time (Mon, Feb 22, 2021)
Stop Trying to Save Your Marriage (Sat, Feb 20, 2021)
Being Calm Doesn’t Mean Being Sweet or A Door Mat (Mon, Feb 15, 2021)
Stop Battles Over Screens: 5 Ideas (Wed, Feb 10, 2021)
When Kids Have Bad Moods (Tue, Feb 09, 2021)
The Unrelenting, Demanding Child (Thu, Feb 04, 2021)
WHEN To Discipline and HOW To Get On the Same Page (Mon, Feb 01, 2021)
Entitled Brat? When You Should Give In. (Wed, Jan 27, 2021)
WHEN Will My Child Finally Be Responsible? (Tue, Jan 26, 2021)
An Alternative to Consequences: How to Change Behavior & Build A Closer Relationship (Fri, Jan 22, 2021)
Sibling Rivalry, Tantrums, “It’s Not Fair,” Unmotivated Teens (Mon, Jan 18, 2021)
When Your Kids & Spouse Don’t Do What You Ask/Respect You (Fri, Jan 15, 2021)
Discipline In The Midst of Defiance & Meltdowns (Tue, Jan 12, 2021)
Little Stuff Triggers Me: 5 Steps to Turn Fights into Calm (Mon, Jan 04, 2021)
What Now? 2 Ways to Stop Power Struggles This Week (Mon, Dec 28, 2020)
Straight Talk for Dads (Tue, Dec 22, 2020)
How Can You Control Your Emotions & Stop Reacting? (Mon, Dec 21, 2020)
Your Kids Are Different, Not Broken (Wed, Dec 16, 2020)
Stop Being Mommy: How to Get Your Kids to Be Responsible For Themselves (Sun, Dec 13, 2020)
One Quick Way to De-Escalate (Listen With Your Kids) (Thu, Dec 10, 2020)
Get Ex On Same Page? How to Discipline Step-Kids? (Fri, Dec 04, 2020)
Anxiety & Defiance: Change Your Child Overnight (Mon, Nov 30, 2020)
Do Not Apologize For Your Kids This Thanksgiving (Wed, Nov 25, 2020)
Why Are Kids Oppositional? 2 Action Steps This Week (Mon , )(, Nov 23, 2020)
2 Reasons Your Wife Doesn't Have Sex With (Or Respect) You (Sat, Nov 21, 2020)
You’re Not the Boss of Me! How to End An Argument. (Tue, Nov 17, 2020)
Child Call You An Idiot, Have Trouble in School, Fight with Siblings? 5 Ways to Change Behavior (Sat, Nov 14, 2020)
Transition Trouble? How To Get Quick Compliance (Tue, Nov 10, 2020)
Calming Upset Kids & Dealing with Defiance (Mon, Nov 02, 2020)
When To Be Tough Or Make Exceptions for Behavior Issues? Change Behavior, NOT Your Child’s Nature. (Tue, Oct 27, 2020)
Bedtime, AM Routine, Hygiene & More (Mon, Oct 19, 2020)
Why Kids Say No: 10 Ways To Stop It (Mon, Oct 12, 2020)
Motivate Your Child, Stop Negativity & Sibling Fights (Mon, Oct 05, 2020)
“I Boil With Anger When My Son Does This…” (Mon, Sep 28, 2020)
“I Don’t Want Your Help!” How to Help Without the Fights. (Mon, Sep 21, 2020)
A Script for Defiance—Mouthy, Demanding Kids (Mon, Sep 14, 2020)
Bad Attitude? Bad Behavior? Try This. (Tue, Sep 08, 2020)
Getting Kids to Stop Procrastinating & Interrupting Work Calls (Sat, Sep 05, 2020)
Everyone Is Wrong About Your Kids (Tue, Sep 01, 2020)
School Anxiety? 5 Ways to Avoid Meltdowns (Tue, Aug 25, 2020)
Get Kids Up for School--3 Quick Motivation Tips (Sat, Aug 22, 2020)
Your Kid Doesn't Fit In. Best Podcast of 2020 (Mon, Aug 17, 2020)
What “I Hate You!” Really Means (Tue, Aug 11, 2020)
13 School Ideas in 13 Minutes for Teachers & Parents (Mon, Aug 10, 2020)
Stop Fights Over School, Screens, & Chores: 5 Tips (Tue, Aug 04, 2020)
Your Name is A 4-Letter Word In Our Home (Tue, Jul 28, 2020)
Teachers: 10 Back-to-School Tips & COVID Ideas (Mon, Jul 27, 2020)
Child Won’t Follow Through, Ruins Family Time (Tue, Jul 21, 2020)
Stop Sibling Fights: A Script (Tue, Jul 14, 2020)
3 Quick Discipline Tools When Consequences Don’t Work (Tue, Jul 07, 2020)
“Calm Down Now!” 5 Ways to Calm Situations (Tue, Jun 30, 2020)
“I Feel Like I Lost Myself In Raising Kids.” (Tue, Jun 23, 2020)
Don’t Crush Spirits—3 Ways to Help Unmotivated, Defiant Kids (Tue, Jun 16, 2020)
This May Save Your Relationship (Tue, Jun 09, 2020)
"I Can't Breathe." 6 Ways to Approach Heated & Emotional Topics (Mon, Jun 01, 2020)
Lying & Misbehavior: Don’t Miss the Real Issue! (Sun, May 31, 2020)
Q&A: Kids Rude, Coming Off Meds, Running Off (Tue, May 26, 2020)
When Kids Are Irritating—Stop Fixing, Start Building (Mon, May 18, 2020)
How to Stop Meltdowns, Defiance, Hitting & More (Mon, May 11, 2020)
Moms Do Too Much & How A Dad Stopped a Power Struggle Over School (Mon, May 04, 2020)
Dads: 3 Quick, Easy Action Steps in 8 Minutes (Thu, Apr 30, 2020)
When Kids Question You or Your Faith (Wed, Apr 29, 2020)
"I Can't Please You." Repeating My Own Father's Mistakes. (Mon, Apr 27, 2020)
Use This Checklist for Unmotivated or Defiant Kids (Tue, Apr 21, 2020)
Take the Pressure Off Yourself & Your Kids (Wed, Apr 15, 2020)
Have A Relentless Arguer? 5 Ways to Stop This (Mon, Apr 13, 2020)
Meltdowns Over Screen Time: Casey's Message to Kids & Parents (Sat, Apr 11, 2020)
Kids Irritating You & Each Other (Tue, Apr 07, 2020)
Stop the Meltdowns & Quarantine Fights (Fri, Apr 03, 2020)
Kids Backtalking & Disrespectful Attitudes—How to De-escalate (Thu, Apr 02, 2020)
Why You WANT A Strong-Willed Child (Mon, Mar 30, 2020)
Procrastinators, Perfectionists & Kids Who Resist Work—5 Ways to Help (Fri, Mar 27, 2020)
Disappointing Your Kids—Social Distancing, Screens & Sweets (Sun, Mar 22, 2020)
Coronavirus: Your Survival Guide to Long Days & Weeks Together (Sun, Mar 15, 2020)
Coronavirus: 9 Ways to Counter the Anxiety (Sat, Mar 14, 2020)
Why Your Kids Melt Down & Shut Down (Mon, Mar 09, 2020)
How To Get Kids To Be Responsible For Their Choices (Sun, Mar 01, 2020)
New Jersey & Long Island / DC & NOVA / South Carolina—Meet Us In Person at FREE EVENTS. (Sun, Mar 01, 2020)
Obeying with Video Games, Homework & Chores (Mon, Feb 24, 2020)
Podcast for Kids: 3 Ways to Help Overcome Anxiety (Sun, Feb 23, 2020)
Stop Tantrums & The Relentless Arguer (Tue, Feb 18, 2020)
Explosive Meltdowns, Anxiety, Sensory Kids Who Get Physical. (Mon, Feb 10, 2020)
Big Changes Now: 3 Situations You Can Change Overnight (Wed, Feb 05, 2020)
“I’m Not Trying to Be A Jerk!” (Mon, Jan 27, 2020)
How to Deal With Emotions (Tue, Jan 21, 2020)
Being Tough With Toddlers to Teens (Tue, Jan 14, 2020)
Child Messing Up Your Agenda? (Tue, Jan 07, 2020)
Why Kirk Struggled—Some Deeply Personal Insights to Help You in 2020 (Mon, Dec 30, 2019)
5 Quick Holiday/Family Survival Strategies (Fri, Dec 20, 2019)
Obedience, Authority & Defiance (Tue, Dec 17, 2019)
Bedtime, Dinnertime & Morning Routine: 5 Ways to Stop the Stress (Tue, Dec 10, 2019)
Stop Sibling Fights & Lying, and Build A Confident Kid (Mon, Dec 02, 2019)
How to Enjoy Your Challenging Child (Mon, Nov 25, 2019)
Defiance: 3 Scripts with Your Kids (Mon, Nov 18, 2019)
Strong-Willed Child Pushing Your Buttons? (Tue, Nov 12, 2019)
Do This to Get Your Kids to Change (Fri, Nov 01, 2019)
No More Behavior Charts! Turning Negative Behavior Positive. (Mon, Oct 21, 2019)
Motivating A Kid Who Gives Up or Has Shut Down (Mon, Oct 07, 2019)
The Key to Compliance: Being Tough While Building Trust (Tue, Oct 01, 2019)
Motivating Kids with Bad Attitudes (Mon, Sep 23, 2019)
Child Forget to Turn in Homework? Help with Focus. (Mon, Sep 16, 2019)
“I’m Not Going!” Child Challenging Your Authority? (Mon, Sep 09, 2019)
Confrontation with Long Island Mom--Can You Change My Child Quickly? (Wed, Sep 04, 2019)
How To Be Tough & Stop Escalating (Tue, Aug 20, 2019)
5 Tips in 5 Minutes for Men (Fri, Aug 16, 2019)
This Makes Anxiety Worse: A New Script for Anxiety (Tue, Aug 06, 2019)
“5 More Minutes, Mom!” Getting Resistant Kids to Move (Tue, Jul 16, 2019)
Appropriate Consequences? Stealing, Lying & More (Tue, Jul 09, 2019)
Dads: 3 Ways to Get Kids to Respect & Listen to You (Sat, Jun 01, 2019)
Finish School Strong: 5 Tips (Tue, May 14, 2019)
Mommy Lectures Don't Work. This does. (Tue, May 07, 2019)
Why I Don't Like Mother's Day (Wed, May 01, 2019)
Change Your Child by Changing Yourself First (Thu, Apr 18, 2019)
Chores, Fortnite, Authority, Respect. Kids Who Give Up When It’s Difficult (Mon, Apr 08, 2019)
Child Pushing Your Buttons? Good! Here's How to Stop It. (Mon, Apr 01, 2019)
2 Key Phrases When Kids Shut Down (For Teachers & Parents) (Tue, Mar 19, 2019)
Struggling, Unmotivated Kids: 2 Ways to Help (Mon, Mar 04, 2019)
Stop Crushing Spirits: 5 Ways Teachers Can Help Our Kids (Mon, Feb 25, 2019)
Kids Not Listening? Don't Mess With Me. (Mon, Feb 18, 2019)
No More Excuses, Kids! You Have Unique Advantages (For Parents & Teachers) (Sat, Jan 26, 2019)
Want Responsible, Respectful Kids? Do The Step Back. (Mon, Jan 21, 2019)
Get Your Strong-Willed Kids to Do Stuff Without The Fight (Tue, Jan 08, 2019)
Parenting is Hard. 2 Ways to Keep Your Sanity in 2019. (Tue, Jan 01, 2019)
Stop Power Struggles With Strong-Willed Kids (Mon, Dec 17, 2018)
Q:A: Hubby On Board? Rude or Anxious Kids. (Tue, Dec 11, 2018)
Concerned About Social Skills? (Sat, Dec 01, 2018)
Stop Trying to Fix Your Kids—Train Their Brains (Tue, Nov 27, 2018)
De-Escalate & Discipline A Defiant Child: My Best Podcast Ever (Tue, Nov 13, 2018)
Q&A Lightning Round: Fairness, Getting Kids to Be Responsible & Calming Upset Students (Tue, Oct 23, 2018)
Watch Your Tone! Calming Intense Kids. (Tue, Oct 02, 2018)
When Kids Push Buttons & Yell at Mom (Tue, Sep 18, 2018)
Consequences for Lying & Bad Behavior: A Radically Different Approach (Tue, Sep 11, 2018)
Stop Endless Arguments Over Sleep, Homework, Phones & More (Tue, Sep 04, 2018)
THE SMART*** KID WHO CHANGED THE WORLD (Tue, Aug 21, 2018)
Massive Meltdown & Destructive Defiance (Tue, Aug 14, 2018)
Disciplining Calculating, Willful Children (Tue, Aug 07, 2018)
Consequences Don't Work! Why Good Behavior Doesn't Matter (Sun, Jul 29, 2018)
Bob The Nuclear Reactor—5 Keys to Stop Reacting (Mon, Jul 02, 2018)
Toddlers to Teens: Tantrums, Defiance & Meltdowns (Tue, Jun 19, 2018)
Better Than Behavior Charts? Build Confidence Instead of Crushing Spirits. (Tue, May 22, 2018)
ADHD & Medication? A Unique Approach & 10 Tools. (Tue, May 01, 2018)
Space: 5 Ways To Correct, Calm, and Command Kids Without A Fight (Tue, Apr 24, 2018)
Get Kids Off Screens: The Real Secret (Tue, Mar 27, 2018)
MEN: 5 Quick, Practical Tips to Get the Respect You Want (Sat, Jan 27, 2018)
Get Your Kids to Make Good Choices: Two Practical Ideas You Can Use Tonight. (Sat, Jan 20, 2018)
An Emotional Story: Change Your Child by Changing Yourself First (Mon, Jan 08, 2018)
Morning Madness: 10 Ways to Get Kids Up Without Fights (Tue, Dec 12, 2017)
Intense Kids: 2 Ways to Calm & Build Confidence (Tue, Nov 28, 2017)
Help With ADHD—Angry Kirk! (Mon, Nov 06, 2017)
7 Ways to Motivate Kids (Sat, Oct 28, 2017)
Kids Interrupting? Entitled? Creating Boundaries. (Thu, Oct 26, 2017)
Teachers: Sensory, Social Skills & Transitions in Class (Mon, Oct 23, 2017)
Secret Discipline Tool: Men, Moms & Marriage (Mon, Oct 16, 2017)
Teachers: Behavior Issues in Class? 10 Ideas. (Tue, Sep 26, 2017)
Controversial: Kid Flips Off His Dad (Sun, Sep 24, 2017)
Calming Anxious and Defiant Children (Tue, Sep 19, 2017)
When Kids Are Defiant: Teaching Without Escalating (Thu, Sep 14, 2017)
Discipline When Consequences Don't Work (Wed, Sep 13, 2017)
Stop Yelling, Lecturing, & Power Struggles (Tue, Sep 12, 2017)