Dads: Want Kids to Listen? Here's A Game Plan It seems like your kids are constantly in trouble, misbehaving, and getting consequences that don't work. So how do you get your kids to actually listen to and respect you? Kirk gives you a specific game plan to implement this week. Families are struggling now, more than ever. And through this special promotion, seven churches can give parents access to the same practical, Biblical, life-changing insight that Celebrate Calm Founder Kirk Martin has taught almost 1,000,000 parents around the world. For only $10 per person (regularly $99).  ..read more

Why Your Goal Shouldn't Be "Obedient" Children Parents often say their primary objective is for their kids to be obedient or "warriors for the Kingdom." But what if this is the wrong focus for your kids? In this challenging, but insightful podcast, Kirk provides clarity and clearly defines what your goal should be and how to accomplish it ..read more

How You Discipline Can Determine How Your Kids View God (Kirk's Testimony)   My Dad was fairly harsh, intimidating, and never seemed pleased with me. It's not surprising then that I've struggled with my view of God. That, in turn, impacted how I disciplined Casey. And how he viewed God. How you view God often determines how you discipline your kids AND how they view God. Ready to break generational patterns and create a new family tree ..read more

Why Obedience is NOT the Highest Goal For Your Kids   Of course you want your child to listen to and trust in God. But sometimes compliance to parents can be arbitrary and reinforce a law-based approach that isn't healthy. Kirk shares a unique perspective on even higher character attributes to instill in your children. Have questions? Email Kirk@CelebrateCalm.com  For more resources, please visit us at https://celebratecalm.com ..read more

When approaching conversations about heated/emotional topics, there are probably 10 tips I could offer. But for now, I will offer six. This assumes that you want to build relationships, learn, and be constructive. (If you just want to spout your opinion and don't care what emotional shape you leave another person in, then just do what 99% of people on tv and in your neighborhood do.) 1) Humility. Practice great humility. Assume you don't know all the facts, that you don't really understand the other person's perspective or experience. Assume that you're blind and have confirmation bias, that y ..read more

When Kids Question Your Faith Your child questions your faith or gets angry when you talk about salvation or church. If you react defensively or push, you risk driving your child further away. How do you use this as an opportunity to bond with your child and draw him/her closer to God? We have slashed prices on all of our resources at www.CelebrateCalm.com. Contact Casey@CelebrateCalm.com for specific recommendations and the friendliest service on the planet ..read more

The Myth of Immediate Obedience Have a child whose initial response to your requests is “No” or “Why”? Were you raised to think that kids are supposed to be immediately obedient? In this challenging podcast, Kirk shows you how destructive this can be while giving you an alternative way to get your kids to listen. This is critical if you have a strong-willed child. We have slashed prices on our products at www.CelebrateCalm.com to help struggling families use this time together to create changes that last forever. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com for the most helpful service on the planet ..read more

Discipline Like God Does Kirk posits three thoughts in this short, but important podcast. (1) How you view God the Father will impact how you discipline your kids. (2) Proverbs 3 says God corrects us like a father who delights in his child. Are you enjoying your challenging child? (3) You are modeling God for your kids in how you discipline. How will they view God as a Father? Need help or want to book Kirk at your church, school, or foster/adoption care conference? Contact Casey@CelebrateCalm.com or 888-566-1871 and you’ll be treated to the best customer service on the planet. Learn more at ..read more

Tough Discipline—Get Your Kids to Listen Good discipline always leads to a closer, more trusting relationship. Relationships change behavior more than consequences. But there are times when kids just need to listen to and respect you. Kirk shows you how to discipline in a firm, even, matter-of-fact manner using very few words, but a single action step. Need help or want to book Kirk at your church, school, or foster/adoption care conference? Contact Casey@CelebrateCalm.com or 888-566-1871 and you’ll be treated to the best customer service on the planet. Learn more at www.CelebrateCalm.com ..read more

Coronavirus: 9 Ways to Counter the Anxiety The best way to counter the anxiety caused by the unknowns of the pandemic is to create an action plan with specific goals. Let’s use this opportunity to break old patterns, learn new skills, and change our relationships. Kirk gives you 9 ideas. For more practical strategies, podcasts, and blog posts, please visit our dedicated resource page at www.celebratecalm.com/coronavirus. Email Casey@CelebrateCalm.com for the most helpful service on the planet ..read more