How to Discipline Intense Kids Without Using Fear or Being Permissive #554
Calm Parenting Podcast
Kirk Martin
4.7 • 1.4K Ratings
🗓️ 18 January 2026
⏱️ 29 minutes
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Summary
Do you have a child with intense emotions? Do you ever second-guess yourself when trying to discipline this child? Are you ever afraid you’re being too permissive? What kind of message does that send to your other kids who think it’s unfair? Would your strong-willed child still be acting out if you had just used the approach your family insists you should take? These are tough questions so I want to give you clarity and specific actions steps so you can both discipline AND connect effectively with your kids. **Visit https://celebratecalm.com/products/ to learn more about our New Year's Sale. If you are interested in our NEW AD-FREE Podcast Subscription, visit https://calmparenting.supportingcast.fm/
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