Calm Parenting Podcast

Anxiety Over New Activities, Summer Camp, Moving, School & More? #485

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a child who fights you over going to new places or hemming and hawing about not going to that expensive camp you paid for? Do you have a c...

How To Be A Dad Your Kids Listen To #484

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How To Be A Dad Your Kids Listen ToIt’s really hard for some Dads to connect with their strong-willed child. So they end up sabotaging the relations...

7 Ways to Stop Negative Behavior & Control Your Own Anxiety #483

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our greatest enemy is our own self-inflicted parental anxiety. It sabotages our efforts and hurts relationships. Your anxiety yields the exact opposit...

Fighting On Vacation? 5 Steps to Stop Stress & Struggles #482

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re supposed to be on vacation relaxing. Instead, your strong-willed child doesn’t listen, makes “bad choices,” and someone gets hurt. This...

Q&A: 5 Odd Answers To Tough Questions #481

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you motivate kids to do tasks without reminding them 18 times...or do uncomfortable things without arguing every ...

Spicy Toddlers, Teens & In Between: 10 Ways to Prevent Constant Battles #480

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spicy Toddlers, Teens & In Between: 10 Ways to Prevent Constant BattlesHow should you respond when your teen or tween defies you and complains tha...

Massive Meltdowns: 5 Steps To Calm Kids Who Blame & Feel Shame #479

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Plans get changed, your child gets disappointed or doesn’t get his way. This turns into a nuclear meltdown with defiance and disrespect. B...

Moms, You Are Doing A Better Job Than You Think! (10 Lies You’re Told) #478

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

No wonder you second guess yourself—you are doing the hardest job on the planet while being observed and judged by the people you thought would supp...

7 Killer Ideas to Get Kids to Clean Up Emotional, Relational & Physical Messes #477

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I want your kids to have the tools to clean up their own messes in life—with siblings, with a future spouse, with classmates, within themselves. To ...

Messes, Sibling Fights, Whining, Defiance: How to Tackle Your Triggers #476

04 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So what DOES trigger you? Messes, sibling fights, kids not listening, whining and complaining and tantrums, silliness at bedtime, kids talking back, p...

10 Ways to Get Your Husband On Board #475

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"How do I get my husband on board with parenting our kids differently?" Kirk provides 10 concrete approaches with actual scripts and examples to use i...

Kids Who Struggle When Plans Change, Refuse Instructions, Always Ask, “Why” #474

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You ask your strong-willed child to do something that’s not a big deal, but they instantly refuse or ask, “Why?” Is your child being defiant, re...

“I’m A Bad Kid. I’m Stupid.” Kid Who Works Slowly, Daydreams, Doesn’t Participate. #473

27 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Many of our kids begin to internalize, “I’m a bad kid, I’m slow so I’m not smart, there’s something wrong with me. I’m always in trouble, ...

What It’s Like To Be A Mom…From A Mom #472

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t know what it’s like to be a Mom. So I wanted to share the powerful reflections of a real life Mom—not an expert Mom or someone who has i...

You're Not Doing Anything Wrong! Why Isn't It Working? #471

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The normal parenting strategies don't work with strong-willed kids! You are doing all the things you are supposed to do. The time-outs, behavior chart...

5 Things I Feared About My Son & His Future #470

20 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

5 Things I Feared About My Son & His Future #470Our son had extremely intense meltdowns, got in trouble routinely at school, didn't study or try h...

Moody Child Who Blames YOU? 5 Ways to Avoid Emotional Collisions #469

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Moody Child Who Blames YOU? 5 Ways to Avoid Emotional Collisions #467You have a child who is moody and disrespectful. You tell her that attitude is no...

Why Kids Refuse Homework (ADHD), Fight Siblings & Argue #468

13 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why Kids Refuse Homework (ADHD), Fight Siblings & Argue #468Do you have kids who argue like attorneys, pick on siblings, resist doing homework, p...

Why Won't My Child Apologize? Disrupts Family/Sibling Dynamic #467

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why Won't My Child Apologize? Disrupts Family/Sibling Dynamic #467Your child says something mean to her sister. She knows it's wrong. But when you ask...

Q&A: Kids Interrupt On Phone, Co-Parenting, Kids Who Lose It When Lose Games, Focus in Classroom #466

06 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A: Kids Interrupt On Phone, Co-Parenting, Kids Who Lose It When Lose Games, Focus in Classroom #466How can you stop your kids from interrupting ...

Stop Lying & Stealing. Help for Adopted Kids. Alternatives to Spanking? #465

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stop Lying & Stealing. Help for Adopted Kids. Alternatives to Spanking? #465Most of our kids lie and you may be surprised why. Many of our kids—...

Defiant, Disrespectful Child: A Script to Repair Your Relationship #464

30 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Defiant, Disrespectful Child: A Script to Repair Your Relationship #464You have a challenging child who says disrespectful things to you. You would be...

Adoption #2: Kids Who Never Seem Full or Happy, Unhealthy Attachments, Separation & Sleep Issues #463

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Adoption #2: Kids Who Never Seem Full or Happy, Unhealthy Attachments, Separation & Sleep Issues #463In this special episode, Kirk addresses these...

Q&A: Kids Who Complain, Compete with Siblings, Quit Sports? Anxiety and OCD Issues? Teen Priorities? #462

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A: Kids Who Complain, Compete with Siblings, Quit Sports? Anxiety and OCD Issues? Teen Priorities? #462Do you have kids who complain incessantly...

3 Easy Ways to Change Your Child’s Behavior Quickly (Discipline That Works!) #461

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3 Easy Ways to Change Your Child’s Behavior Quickly (Discipline That Works!) #461What is one easy way to change your kids’ behavior that has nothi...

Do Adopted Kids Struggle More? Part #1 #460

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do Adopted Kids Struggle More? Part #1 #460Parents often believe if you adopt a child from birth and provide a loving home, that will mitigate most is...

A Life-Changing Script for Kids With Negative Self-Talk (Forgetful, ADHD) #459

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A Life-Changing Script for Kids With Negative Self-Talk (Forgetful, ADHD) #459Do you have kids who react angrily, lash out, or have a meltdown when yo...

Raising A Resilient, Responsible Child (Even When They Thrash About!) #458

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Raising A Resilient, Responsible Child (Even When They Thrash About!) #458How do you NOT react and get triggered when your child is in a bad mood or s...

Kids Ignore, Resist, or Fight You? Get Them Moving More Quickly. #457

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kids Ignore, Resist, or Fight You? Get Them Moving More Quickly. #457Why can't your kids just come when you ask them? Does it always have to be a figh...

3 Ways to Break Childhood Patterns & Reparent Yourself #456

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Break Childhood Patterns & Reparent Yourself #456"I hadn’t realized the degree to which so many of my adult choices—my spouse, my ca...

Tough Discipline Your Kids Will Respect (Without Being Mean) #455

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tough Discipline Your Kids Will Respect (Without Being Mean) #455What can you do if your kids aren’t listening to you or taking you seriously? What ...

Jr. Attorney, Cop & Judge At Home? 5 Responses to Arguing #454

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jr. Attorney, Cop & Judge At Home? 5 Responses to Arguing #454Do you have a relentless arguer at home? A child who can prosecute everyone else, bu...

Kids Anxious, Smashing Toys, Calling You Stupid, Refusing to Eat, AM Routine? #453

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kids Anxious, Smashing Toys, Calling You Stupid, Refusing to Eat, AM Routine? #453I love this podcast. I recorded this while tired so I'd be more vuln...

FAFO Parenting Will NOT Work With Strong-Willed Children #452

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

FAFO Parenting Will NOT Work With Strong-Willed Children #452"F* Around & Find Out" is the classic idea that you allow your child to learn from t...

Millennial Moms & Dads: Becoming the Parent You Never Had #451

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Millennial Moms & Dads: Becoming the Parent You Never Had #451Millennial parents face unique challenges raising their kids. How do you forge that ...

Are You Excusing Behavior...Or Changing It? A Challenge! #450

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are You Excusing Behavior...Or Changing It? A Challenge! #450Your toddler finds scissors and mangles her bangs, your boys ruin your good pillows fight...

Pt. 2: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #449

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pt. 2: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #449Do you lecture because you feel like you’re letting your kids get aw...

Eating, Sleeping & Potty Training Challenges? Get Real Help! #448

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Eating, Sleeping & Potty Training Challenges? Get Real Help! #448Do your kids resist bedtime, get up 15 times, stay up too late? Siblings wind eac...

Pt. 1: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #447

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pt. 1: How to Shut Up & Stop Lecturing (So Kids Actually Listen To You) #447Do you feel compelled to lecture your kids? Do you have a hard time st...

ADHD or ND Kids? 8 Ways to Build Resilience, Confidence & Self-Control #446

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ADHD or ND Kids? 8 Ways to Build Resilience, Confidence & Self-Control #446What are practical ways to foster emotional resilience and confidence, ...

Your Child’s Next Meltdown Is A Huge Opportunity #445

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your Child’s Next Meltdown Is A Huge Opportunity #445Your child’s face is red, eyes on fire, mouth spitting venomous words. He or she is no longer...

Morning Madness & Tough Transitions: 12 Creative Ideas #444

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Morning Madness & Tough Transitions: 12 Creative Ideas #444Do you have kids that are tough to get to bed and then get out of bed the next morning?...

Why Kids Say 'No' Instantly (You Won’t Like My Response!) #443

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why Kids Say 'No' Instantly (You Won’t Like My Response!) #443So you ask your child to do something, even something simple. Put your shoes on, Take ...

Q&A: Social Skills, ADHD, Impulsivity, Physically Explosive, Testing, Refusal, Anxiety #442

26 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A: Social Skills, ADHD, Impulsivity, Physically Explosive, Testing, Refusal, AnxietyDo you have a child who struggles with focus, impulse contro...

Scripts For Kids Who Talk Back, Refuse to Go Places or Listen #441

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scripts For Kids Who Talk Back, Refuse to Go Places or Listen #441Do your kids talk back to you or use a disrespectful tone? Struggle with anxiety an...

How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Giving In Or Escalating #440

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Giving In Or EscalatingYou are going to second-guess yourself when disciplining a strong-willed child with inte...

Want to Podcast, Write A Book, Help People? 10 Important Lessons

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to Podcast, Write A Book, Help People? 10 Important LessonsWant to start your own podcast, write a book, or help others using your unique gifts? ...

Consequences for Defiance, Disrespect & Lying? #439

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Consequences for Defiance, Disrespect & Lying?Your toddler yells, "I hate you, Mommy!" Your child lies right to your face or responds in a disresp...

Why Won’t My Kids Just Do What I Ask?! #438

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 w...

Meltdowns Over Meaningless Things? Kids Won’t Let You Correct Them? #437

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 some...

Are Kids Rejecting Your Authority…Or Your Anxiety? #436

05 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 contr...

Change Behavior ASAP At Home & School: 3 Quick Tips #435

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Change Behavior ASAP At Home & School: 3 Quick TipsYou're out of sync, tired, overwhelmed and secretly can't wait for your kids to go back to scho...

5 Quick Tips To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights During Chaotic Holiday Break

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

5 Quick Tips To De-Escalate Meltdowns & Sibling Fights During Chaotic Holiday BreakYou have tired, irritable kids who are bored, out of their rout...

What Your Kids Will Remember & What They Will Forget

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What Your Kids Will Remember & What They Will ForgetWhat if there isn’t really anything wrong with your strong-willed child? What if these irrit...

When To Say No & Yes (Bored, Unhappy, Tattling and Fighting Siblings)

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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? W...

Stop Power Struggles with Toddlers, Teens & In-Between

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stop Power Struggles with Toddlers, Teens & In-BetweenIf you have a strong-willed child, you WILL have power struggles (no matter their age!). You...

Self-Centered Child? Unfair With Siblings, Does Minimal Work & No Chores?

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Self-Centered Child? Unfair With Siblings, Does Minimal Work & No ChoresYour strong-willed kids are NOT going to do things your way. You are NOT ...

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

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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 nat...

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

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A: Picky Eater Picks on Siblings, Entitled Kids & Tantrums, Won’t Show Math Work, Bad MannersWhat should we do with a picky child who crea...

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

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stop Homework & Homeschooling Battles: 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Kids’ BrainsDo you have a strong-willed, ADHD, or neurodivergent child who shou...

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

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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, c...

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

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Crash Course: Kids Who Don’t Comply, Listen, or Care About ConsequencesYou have kids who don’t always listen, want to do things their way, and don...

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

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling Judged By Family? 10 Quick Tips With A Strong-Willed ChildHow do you handle parents and extended family who always have strong opinions on wha...

How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With Family

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How to Avoid Embarrassing Meltdowns in Public & With FamilyYour kids are more emotional, particular, and little things set them off. Their meltdow...

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

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How Chicken Nuggets Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Part 2)Kirk shares his favorite idea for building your child's confidence, gives you a sc...

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

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

8 Ways to Build Confidence & Stop Misbehavior (Sibling Fights, Lying, & More) Part 1Do you have kids who pick on siblings, lie, make excus...

Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to Success

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Help For Homeschoolers Part I: 10 Secrets to SuccessIf you are homeschooling a strong-willed child, you ARE going to experience constant pushback and ...

Screens Q&A: No Drama Screen Safety & Success from Toddlers to Teens

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Screens Q&A: No Drama Screen Safety & Success from Toddlers to TeensWhat do you do when your kids melt down when you tell them to turn off th...

10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 2 (Why Punching Pillows Doesn’t Work)

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 2What do you do when kids get volatile emotionally and even physically? When punching pillows or breathing...

10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 1

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

10 Ways To Help Kids with Big Emotions Part 1Do you have a child with BIG EMOTIONS, who gets extremely upset and even destructive, sometimes over litt...

Triggered By Sibling Fights, Noise, Messes & More?

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Triggered By Sibling Fights, Noise, Messes & More?Do you get triggered by tantrums, kids pushing your buttons and ruining your agenda, leaving mes...

ADHD & ND Kids: 25 Ways To Help

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

ADHD & ND Kids: 25 Ways To HelpDo you have a child who struggles with focus, inattention, executive function, sitting still, impulse control, blur...

Are You Giving In...Or Just Using Wisdom?

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are You Giving In...Or Just Using Wisdom? There are times when you are clear with your expectations and your child doesn't comply. Do you ever wonder...

“I Don’t Want Your Help!” When Kids Won’t Listen to You.

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“I Don’t Want Your Help!” When Kids Won’t Listen to You.You try to help your kids do something they are struggling with. But they won’t list...

The Day I Finally Changed Myself Instead of My Son

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Day I Finally Changed Myself Instead of My SonMy son was yelling and refusing to go to hockey practice. I reacted and escalated the situation. The...

Kids Who Lie, Steal, Sneak Things At Night

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kids Who Lie, Steal, Sneak Things At NightDo you have a child who lies, sometimes repeatedly and reflexively? What do you do when your child predictab...

10 Ways To Stop Power Struggles & Get Kids To Do Stuff

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

10 Ways To Stop Power Struggles & Get Kids To Do StuffDo you find yourself getting into power struggles with strong-willed kids over things you ne...

3 Ways to Motivate Teens & Tweens

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Motivate Strong-Willed Teens & TweensThis episode is jam-packed with insights and strategies to connect with and motivate your teens and...

Stop Punishing Kids For Having A Busy Brain

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stop Punishing Kids For Having A Busy BrainYou have a child who struggles with things like blurting out in class, not completing work, difficulty writ...

3 Ways to Handle Your Triggers & Trauma

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Handle Your Triggers & TraumaYou have a strong-willed child who triggers you by talking back, dawdling, having a messy room, doing thing...

Consequences: From Toddler Tantrums to Teen Transgressions

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Consequences: From Toddler Tantrums to Teen TransgressionsWhat consequence should you give your child for misbehavior? That is the most common questio...

At Your Wits’ End? 5 Ways to Get Your Sanity Back & Your Kids to Be Responsible

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At Your Wits’ End? 5 Ways to Get Your Sanity Back & Your Kids to Be ResponsibleStrong-willed kids can be frustrating to raise. They can have a h...

Defiance, De-Escalation, & Discipline

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Defiance, De-Escalation, & DisciplineYour child is being defiant, mouthy, yelling at you, taking things out on siblings, or just not listening. Th...

Child Who Argues, Melts Down Over Losing, Bosses Siblings?

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Child Who Argues, Melts Down Over Losing, Bosses Siblings?Do you have a child who is bossy, melts down over changes in plans or when little things go ...

You’re A Control Freak! 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles.

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’re A Control Freak! 10 Ways to Stop Power Struggles.Do you have a child who resists doing things your way, chooses the harder path, and sometime...

3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior (And Yourself!)

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Change Your Child’s Irritating Behavior (And Yourself!)Your kids are going to do things that are annoying, irritating, and sometimes just ...

An Instruction Manual For Connecting With Your Strong-Willed Child

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An Instruction Manual For Connecting With Your Strong-Willed ChildI didn’t like our son when he was little and that nearly destroyed my relationship...

5 Ways to Get Kids Moving More Quickly

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

5 Ways to Get Kids Moving More QuicklyHow can you get kids who often dawdle and procrastinate to move more quickly? How do you get your kids out the d...

"F*** You, Mom!" Scripts to Handle Disrespect

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"F*** You, Mom!" Scripts to Handle DisrespectA Mom simply asks if her daughter's homework is done. Her daughter responds with this shocking disrespect...

How to Help Defiant, Task Avoidant, Unmotivated Kids Who Ask "Why?"

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How to Help Defiant, Task Avoidant, Unmotivated Kids Who Ask "Why?"You have a strong-willed child who knows how to push your buttons, may be rude and ...

Tough Talks with Kids: Stealing, Sneaking Things at Night, Vaping, Porn

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tough Talks with Kids: Stealing, Sneaking Things at Night, Vaping, PornWhat do you do if your child sneaks food or electronics late at night, steals c...

3 Ways to Stop Yelling, Lecturing & Power Struggles

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

3 Ways to Stop Yelling, Lecturing & Power StrugglesWhen you rush your kids, they move more slowly. When you lecture, they resist more or shut down...

When Behavior Charts & Consequences Don't Work (Help for Teachers)

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Behavior Charts & Consequences Don't Work (Help for Teachers)What do you do when behavior charts and consequences simply don't work with your...

10 Ways to Stop Daily Homework Battles

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

10 Ways to Stop Daily Homework BattlesInstead of bribing or threatening, let's use your child's brain's natural powers to stop the homework battles. K...

Anxiety, School Refusal, & Defiance: 5 Strategies That Work

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anxiety, School Refusal, & Defiance: 5 Strategies That WorkWhat do you say and do when a child struggles with anxiety, refuses to go to school, ha...

5 Secrets to Prevent School Battles & Motivate Your Kids

11 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

5 Secrets to Prevent School Battles & Motivate Your KidsIf you have a strong-willed or neurodivergent child, the school year can be filled with da...

Child Won’t Follow Rules, Not Motivated by Rewards or Consequences, Gets Angry When Say No

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Child Won’t Follow Rules, Not Motivated by Rewards or Consequences, Gets Angry When Say NoHow do I get my strong-willed child to follow rules if rew...

Child Won’t Accept Responsibility, Lashes Out When Corrected, Picks on Siblings?

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Child Won’t Accept Responsibility, Lashes Out When Corrected, Picks on Siblings?How do you handle kids who won’t accept responsibility for their b...

Q&A: Impulse Control, Messy Bedrooms, Sassy Kids & More

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A: Impulse Control, Messy Bedrooms, Sassy Kids & MoreHow do you handle kids who lie, freak out when plans change, or won’t take their medi...

Complaining, Bored kids and Judgmental Relatives (Vacation Tips)

27 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Complaining, Bored kids and Judgmental Relatives (Vacation Tips)You often get judged by relatives because your strong-willed child doesn’t behave th...