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How I Changed from Triggered Dad to Calm Guy: 10 Practical, Doable Ideas #604
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- Calm Parenting Podcast
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- Jun 21, 2026
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Summary
Before I was the Calm Guy, I was the Triggered Dad! My default mode was, “My strong-willed son is doing things on purpose to irritate me and I need to correct him for that.” But then I learned how to turn those irritating behaviors and power struggles into opportunities to teach and bond. I give you 10 practical action steps and scripts. Use our first ever Coupon Code DAD to get an additional 25% OFF our Summer Sale special on the Calm Parenting Bundle—guaranteed to bring peace to your home—at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ COZY EARTH Cozy Earth is the perfect Father's Day Gift! Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code CALM for an exclusive 20% off. IXL LEARNING Make an impact on your child’s learning, get IXL now. Calm Parenting Podcast listeners get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership when you sign up today at https://IXL.com/KIRK HUNGRYROOT Go to https://Hungryroot.com/Calm and use Code CALM to get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. SKYLIGHT CALENDAR Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to https://MySkylight.com/PARENTING CURE HYDRATION Cure is offering our listeners 20% off your first order! Stay hydrated and feel your best. Visit https://curehydration.com/CALM and use promo code CALM for 20% off your first order. WAYFAIR Head to https:// Wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. COVE HOME SECURITY Head to https://covesmart.com/CPP or use code CPP at checkout for up to 70% off your first order! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .