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Apr 2025
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Kids Who Struggle When Plans Change, Ref...

KIRK MARTIN
About this episode

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, rebellious or difficult on purpose? Or is something else going on? Kirk gives you an actual script and 5 specific action steps so you know how to handle this situation next time.


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