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Kirk Martin

Founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, providing practical strategies for parenting strong-willed children and those with behavioral differences based on work with thousands of families and teachers.

Top 10 podcasts with Kirk Martin

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Jul 4, 2025 • 1h 5min

REBOOT: Calm Parenting: Discipline Without Anger w/ Kirk Martin EP 875

Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, joins Jim Ramos to discuss transforming discipline without anger. He shares personal stories about the challenges of raising strong-willed children and emphasizes the need for engaged fatherhood. The duo explores effective communication strategies and the importance of setting boundaries, highlighting how calmness fosters better connections. They advocate for understanding children's emotions and promoting respectful interactions to enhance parent-child relationships.
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Apr 2, 2025 • 41min

How To Calm Your Anxiety About Your Neurodivergent Child's Future

Kirk Martin, founder of CelebrateCalm.com and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast, joins to discuss parental anxiety about the future of neurodivergent children. He reassures parents that each child's journey is unique and encourages embracing differences. The conversation highlights rethinking success beyond traditional academic achievements, focusing instead on individual strengths. Kirk shares practical strategies to navigate educational challenges and nurture independence, fostering a fulfilling path for neurodivergent kids.
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Feb 27, 2026 • 41min

Practical Ways to Establish Boundaries & Stay Connected With Really Intense Kids #567

Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and parenting camp leader, shares practical strategies for parents of strong-willed or neurodivergent children. He explains trigger boards to break reactive cycles. He reframes relentless arguing into strengths and offers co-parenting tactics when one parent still yells. He recommends natural moments for tough talks and ways to redirect sibling bullying into positive outlets.
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Dec 31, 2025 • 58min

1KHO 665: Embrace the Flaws in Your Family | Kirk Martin, The Calm Parenting Podcast

Join Kirk Martin, a parenting coach and host of The Calm Parenting Podcast, as he shares practical strategies for navigating family dynamics. He explores the impact of common triggers, like messes and perceived disrespect, on parental anxiety. Kirk emphasizes that strong-willed traits can become strengths and advises on fostering connection over control to improve family relationships. Additionally, he offers tips on maintaining marital alignment amidst parenting challenges and encourages outdoor play to enhance family bonds.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 45min

What it Takes to be a Strong Father with Kirk & Casey Martin | POP 1283

Kirk and Casey Martin, dynamic duo behind Calm Parenting, delve into the art of strong fatherhood. They share transformative insights on moving from authoritarian styles to calm authority. The duo highlights the importance of humility in breaking generational patterns and fostering healthier parent-child relationships. They discuss practical strategies for managing emotions, advocating for respectful disagreements, and the significance of teaching autonomy. Together, they redefine masculinity, blending strength with vulnerability to enhance family dynamics.
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Aug 15, 2025 • 46min

Preparing for Back to School with Kirk Martin

Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm, shares invaluable insights on navigating the back-to-school season. He emphasizes the importance of normalizing anxiety and establishing supportive routines for children. The discussion highlights empowering kids through kindness and collaboration, especially for those with unique learning needs. Martin advocates prioritizing family values over academic pressure, fostering curiosity, and enhancing connections. His practical advice equips parents to manage their own anxieties while supporting their children through this transitional time.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 26min

187. Parenting Strong Willed Kids: Chores, Messy Rooms & Letting Go of "The Bad Guy" Role with Kirk Martin - Part 3

Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and Calm Parenting Podcast, shares practical strategies for raising strong-willed kids without constant battles. He talks chores and how to divide work so kids help willingly. He reframes messy rooms and explains why tough consequences fail. He shows how to stop feeling like the “bad guy” and lean into kids’ leadership strengths.
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Jan 2, 2025 • 58min

1KHO 408: Raising Strong-Willed Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Kirk Martin, Calm Parenting Podcast

In this insightful discussion, Kirk Martin, host of the Calm Parenting Podcast and an expert on raising strong-willed children, shares practical strategies for parents. He emphasizes the importance of mindset shifts to encourage independence while maintaining structure. With humorous anecdotes, he illustrates how outdoor adventures can engage spirited kids and foster their unique strengths. Kirk also discusses emotional regulation through physical activities, promoting creative solutions for nurturing confident and self-reliant young adults.
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Jan 31, 2017 • 1h 2min

168- Positive Parenting Strategies: How to Build Confidence in Your Child with ADHD

Kirk Martin, an expert in positive parenting for children with ADHD, shares valuable insights for fostering confidence in kids facing unique challenges. He highlights the damaging effects of negative messaging on self-esteem and offers practical techniques to stop power struggles. Martin encourages parents to nurture creativity alongside compliance, helping children embrace their strengths. He also discusses the importance of creating supportive environments and leveraging external motivation strategies to boost academic success and reduce behavioral issues.
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Jan 30, 2014 • 57min

39- Stop School Stress: Targeted Strategies to Improve Focus, Study Skills, and Daily Routines

Kirk Martin, founder of celebratecalm.com, shares strategies for parents to alleviate school stress in children with ADHD, including managing anxiety, calming power struggles, and providing tips for success in school. Engage kids with a treasure hunt in the morning, help maintain a positive attitude, support your child in school by focusing on strengths, and shift from punishment to empowerment. Strategies for supporting children with ADHD in school including doodling, art projects, and partnering with the teacher.

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