Why Kids Choose the Harder Path & Procrastinate: 10 Secrets to Stop Power Struggles #632

Why Kids Choose the Harder Path & Procrastinate: 10 Secrets to Stop Power Struggles #632

September 9, 2026 · 23 min

About this episode

This episode discusses why kids procrastinate and choose harder paths, offering strategies to reduce power struggles.

It would be so much easier if your kids would simply do things your way, but they won’t. They will procrastinate and create unnecessary stress. They will purposefully choose the harder path and get burned. Some may then blame you! This episode is jam packed with real life examples to get your kids to be responsible for their daily chores, school work, and meals…without the draining power struggles.  P.S. Let your kids listen to the Calm Parenting Bundle at https://celebratecalm.com/products/ . We can recommend specific programs for them. Email  Casey@CelebrateCalm.com  with questions or for financial assistance. COZY EARTH Head to  https://cozyearth.com  and use my code CALM for up to 20% off home and sleepwear. 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…

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