Have a strong-willed child who doesn't respond to consequences, argues like an attorney, and refuses to do things your way? Good! You're in the right place. Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin has given over 1,000,000 parents and teachers around the world practical, life-changing strategies to stop power struggles, yelling, and defiance NOW. Based on work with 1,500 challenging kids (many with AD/HD, OCD, ODD, ASD, etc.) in his home, and years spent in classrooms, Kirk's approach is refreshin ...
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Parenting today can feel like an uncharted path, full of new unexpected twists and turns. This podcast is a space to exhale, to join a loving space where we bring the wholeness of our human experience to our parenting. This podcast is two experienced moms with a background in health and wellness having authentic, candid, and lively conversations about all that informs our parenting– science, spirituality, emotions, intuition, somatics. We are growing and learning together alongside our kids. ...
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Hello and welcome to Calm Connection Parenting! I’m your host, Jami Kirkbride—mom of seven, parenting coach, professional counselor, and wrangler of big emotions. If you’re raising a highly sensitive child with intense emotions, challenging behaviors, or a "spicy" personality, and wondering if you’ll make it through without losing your mind, you’re not alone! Around here, we’re all about real-life parenting, sprinkled with a little humor and a whole lot of patience. So, grab your coffee (tru ...
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Emotionally Healthy Legacy- Anger management for Christian moms, christian parenting, patient mom, calm mom, Christian motherhood, mom rage, Mom mindset, parenting triggers, mom guilt, controlling anger ...
Elizabeth | Anger coach for Christian Moms, Christian Life Coach for angry moms
This podcast for Christian moms who want to control their mom anger and respond with patience and calm. If you are a mom who struggles with burnout, unmanaged stress, constant yelling and explosive mom rage, you are in the right place. In this podcast you will learn how to partner with God and be in control of your intense emotions, overcome mom guilt and shame, manage your stress well while setting a positive example for your kids. Website: emotionallyhealthyleg ...
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Take control of your family dynamics with your Calm Parenting Toolbox podcast. Join Heather Lindsay, parenting coach from Blissed Out Mums, and explore how positive parenting strategies combined with emotional coaching techniques can help you get the best out of your kids, and yourself. Each week let her insights and learnings gained from working with mums all over Australia, current scientific parenting research and her experience as a single mum to her three children, help you and your family.
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The Calm Mom - Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Mindset, Self-Care, Parenting, Work-Life Balance
Michelle Grosser - Inspired by Brene Brown, Mel Robbins & Rachel Hollis
Are you ready to find balance and break free from burnout as a high-achieving mom? Do you feel like you're always on edge and can't quiet your racing mind? Are you looking for mind & body solutions for your anxiety and overwhelm? Do you feel pressure to do it all, but don’t see how your daily routine is sustainable Whether you struggle with overwhelm, anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, burnout, or perfectionism - it’s time to break through whatever is holding you back. It’s time to get un ...
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Do New Year’s resolutions leave you feeling stressed or discouraged? 🙋♀️ If you’re a parent of a uniquely wired child, you know it’s not about just checking things off a to-do list—it’s about growing, learning, and adapting to what really matters. In this episode, I’m sharing a fresh approach: a simple tool that will guide you, motivate you, and k…
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Want to Podcast, Write A Book, Help People? 10 Important Lessons Want to start your own podcast, write a book, or help others using your unique gifts? I hope I can inspire you and save you time and money with hard-fought lessons I've learned over the past 25 years. Begin 2025 with hundreds of practical strategies that really work with your strong-w…
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Ever feel like you’re too wired to rest but too tired to function? Welcome to the struggle so many high-achieving women know all too well. Sleep is the real MVP when it comes to health, performance, and mood, yet it’s often the first thing we sacrifice. But what if getting solid, restorative sleep didn’t have to be a pipe dream? In today’s episode,…
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Consequences for Defiance, Disrespect & Lying? Your toddler yells, "I hate you, Mommy!" Your child lies right to your face or responds in a disrespectful tone to test boundaries. Teens and tweens roll their eyes at you or begin drinking/vaping against your rules. What are appropriate consequences? What works even better than consequences?! Kirk giv…
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241. Steal my game-changing habit that will help you instantly be more appreciative and look for the good.
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Find yourself feeling very negative, grumpy and complaining? Does your spouse ever say- Nothing I do is ever good enough...you always find something to complain about. Maybe it seems like your kids are terrible and you literally cannot find a single positive thing about them. In this episode you will learn: Why you keep seeing only the negative in …
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You’ve tried the breathing exercises, the meditations, the journaling—but your nervous system still feels like it’s stuck on high alert. Sound familiar? In this episode, we’re diving into the real reasons your nervous system isn’t calming down (hint: it’s not your fault) and what you can do to shift into a state of lasting regulation We’ll explore …
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MINI-COURSE BONUS How to 10x your Emotional Capacity Levels as a Mom Leave a 5 star rating and review on the Podcast and email me (hello@emotionallyhealthylegacy.com) a screenshot of the REVIEW for free access to my Mini-Course or buy it HERE for $27. Text the show. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Next Steps: 1. Watch FREE TRAINING: 5 Steps to Break free fr…
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Why Won’t My Kids Just Do What I Ask?! It's not like you are asking your kids to do anything unreasonable or hard! And yet they resist you. How can we get our kids to actually be responsible for themselves without the power struggles? Kirk shows you exactly how with some powerful scripts that may change your relationship with your strong-willed chi…
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When’s the last time you truly felt calm—not just in your mind, but in your whole body? If you feel stuck in overdrive or your to-do list has you so wired that even your “relaxation time” feels like another obligation, your nervous system is begging for a breather. In this episode, we’re getting straight to the good stuff—simple, science-backed too…
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A Parent's Roadmap to Understanding Emotionally Intense Children: Key Factors Behind Challenging Behaviors
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Ever feel like your child’s emotions are on a wild roller coaster, and you’re just trying to hang on for dear life? Trust me, you’re not alone! In today’s episode, we’re going to explore the world of emotional intensity in kids—and the avenues you can pursue in navigating a tricky path through the intense emotions and behaviors. Think of this episo…
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Meltdowns Over Meaningless Things? Kids Won’t Let You Correct Them? You have a child who lashes out and screams disrespectful things at you over something seemingly insignificant…and then later acts LIKE NOTHING HAPPENED. When you try to talk to your kids about their behavior, they laugh or won’t even listen. This is a very powerful podcast with de…
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240: How to become the mom God is calling you to be and align your actions with positive responses
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Do you feel like you are failing at being who God is calling you to be? Do you find yourself saying negative things about yourself on a regular basis? Do you want to start aligning your actions with being the person you desire to be? In this podcast episode you will learn: How your identity in motherhood directly affects your behaviors How to shift…
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Tired of feeling tired? You’re not alone. As high-achieving moms, we’re often running on coffee and willpower, crashing hard in the afternoon, and praying for just one night of uninterrupted sleep. But here’s the kicker: you can’t out-hustle bad sleep. And if your nervous system is stuck in overdrive, no amount of melatonin is going to fix it. In t…
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Are Kids Rejecting Your Authority…Or Your Anxiety? We can very quickly stop 80% of power struggles with our kids. And it has nothing to do with controlling their behavior—only our own anxiety. Our anxiety compels us to lecture and micromanage…and that causes kids to resist you even more! Kirk gives you 6 practical action steps to stop this dynamic …
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Turns out, self-compassion is a science-backed superpower for rewiring your brain and creating lasting change. In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Kelly, psychotherapist, clinical social worker, and author, to explore the transformative impact of self-compassion on your brain’s neuroplasticity—the ability to grow, adapt, and heal. If you’ve ever fel…
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Change Behavior ASAP At Home & School: 3 Quick Tips You're out of sync, tired, overwhelmed and secretly can't wait for your kids to go back to school after a long holiday break! So how can we get some positive momentum to begin 2025? Kirk gives you three concrete strategies and scripts that change behavior at home AND in the classroom. Begin 2025 w…
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The holidays are here, and while this season is supposed to be filled with joy and connection, let’s be real—sometimes it feels more like a marathon of to-do lists, social obligations, and a whole lot of pressure to make everything perfect. If you’re feeling more frazzled than festive, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into 5 common s…
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5 Quick Tips To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights During Chaotic Holiday Break You have tired, irritable kids who are bored, out of their routine, and bugging each other. You’ll be tempted to double down on consequences in the moment—which spiral into huge meltdowns (and fights between spouses!). So how can you de-escalate tense standoffs and …
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Have you ever wondered why traditional methods of managing stress and anxiety often fall short? In this episode, we explore how to resolve anxiety and stress faster than you thought possible by addressing the root cause—not just the symptoms. Dr. Tara Perry joins me to talk about how accessing your subconscious mind can unlock profound healing and …
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239. Leaving reactive angry outbursts in the past and becoming the mom you want to be in 2025
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Motherhood does not have to be miserable. You don't have to feel stuck, hopeless and defeated. There is hope for you friend. God can change your life and your motherhood. You can invest in yourself and change your family's atmosphere. Book a free consultation call today and transform your motherhood. Leave reactive anger in the past and start 2025 …
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What Your Kids Will Remember & What They Will Forget What if there isn’t really anything wrong with your strong-willed child? What if these irritating traits will serve them well in life? What if instead of trying to change their nature, you need to change? Kirk shares the powerful story of what finally compelled him to change and saved his relatio…
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Ever wondered what it actually feels like when your nervous system begins to heal—when you start feeling grounded, centered, and balanced in your everyday life? For so many of us, stress and burnout have been the default for so long that we’ve forgotten what a truly healthy, regulated nervous system even feels like. The good news? Healing is possib…
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When To Say No & Yes (Bored, Unhappy, Tattling and Fighting Siblings) So how do you respond when your kids are bored or don’t like their gifts? When siblings tattle or fight…or your grown siblings create drama during family get-togethers? When holiday plans go awry, family judges you? Kirk gives you scripts to use in these tough holiday situations.…
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What if I told you that work-life balance is a lie…AND that it’s simultaneously possible to have a thriving career, a connected family, and a peaceful home? It’s all about embracing what today’s guest calls "a Life of And." Tiffany Sauder is an entrepreneur, mom of four, and founder of the marketing agency Element Three. Instead of sacrificing one …
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Stop Power Struggles with Toddlers, Teens & In-Between If you have a strong-willed child, you WILL have power struggles (no matter their age!). You’ll likely second-guess yourself, feel frustrated, and disagree with your spouse. So what are appropriate expectations at various stages of kids’ development? What should you focus on and what should you…
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238. Stuck feeling resentful, bitter and angry? How to practically let go of bitterness and forgive those that hurt you.
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If you've been holding on to bitterness toward your spouse, kids or someone else in your life because they have wronged you in some way, you are not alone. Bitterness, resentment and anger will grow unless you face it and address it. In this episode you will learn: Why do people do hurtful things to others How to shift your perspective toward those…
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What happens when reality is nothing like what you imagined? Mary, the mother of Jesus, knew this feeling all too well. In today’s episode, we’ll take a heartfelt, down-to-earth look at the first Christmas through her eyes—her struggles, her questions, and the beauty she found in the unexpected. If parenting your uniquely wired child has brought ch…
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Ever wondered what the Edgar Cayce readings say about the birth of Jesus? In this episode, sample a snapshot of the rich and wondrous view offered in the Edgar Cayce readings of a community of people who prepared for and the arrival of a Teacher who from the first moment of his life transformed all he came in contact with. In this conversation, Cor…
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If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in fight, flight, or freeze and cannot find your way back to calm, today’s episode is about to change the game. We’re diving into Deb Dana’s 4 Rs of Nervous System Regulation—a simple, science-backed framework to help you reset and reclaim peace, even when life feels like a lot. What You’ll Learn in This Epi…
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Self-Centered Child? Unfair With Siblings, Does Minimal Work & No Chores Your strong-willed kids are NOT going to do things your way. You are NOT going to change their nature. They will choose the harder path and touch the hot stove. It will make you uncomfortable and siblings will say it’s unfair. Kirk gives you scripts and actions steps to stop t…
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Is it possible to embrace frugality without feeling deprived or restricted? What if living frugally could actually spark creativity, deepen your values, and help you live a more intentional life? In this episode, we’re joined by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, co-hosts of the wildly popular Frugal Friends Podcast. Jen and Jill are on a mission to tran…
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This episode is all about the small habit shifts that pack a big punch. In Part 3 of our Burnout Recovery Blueprint series, we’re diving into the habits that make the biggest difference in regulating your nervous system, protecting your energy, and helping you feel more grounded—without overwhelming yourself. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episod…
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Does your child seem to experience emotions on overdrive—outbursts that can be shocking, irritability that feels constant, and meltdowns that leave everyone drained? Parenting a child with these challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating, but you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re shedding light on Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD…
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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…
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Need quick, effective tools to calm your nervous system—like now? If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, running on empty, or overwhelmed by stress, this episode is your game-changer. In Part 2 of this 3-part series, we’re diving into The Art & Science of Somatics—and how simple body-based practices can help you reset your nervous system in mi…
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Exhaustion, overwhelm, and that constant edge? They all trace back to one key factor. Here’s the thing: burnout recovery isn’t about bubble baths, wine nights, or slapping a cute affirmation on your vision board. It’s about getting to the root of what’s got you stuck—and spoiler alert—it’s not your productivity skills or lack of willpower. In Part …
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Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad Manners
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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…
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