It's Okay Not To Share

Imagine this: You’re reading a book and your friend says, “Oh I’ve been wanting to read that! Can I have it now?” You probably wouldn’t hand it over mid-chapter, but offer to share it once you’re done, right? And yet, when it comes to our kids, we worry that if they don’t share immediately… they’re not a good kid. This week, Dr. Becky offers a completely different perspective: It’s okay not to share sometimes. She listens to three families’ different sharing struggles and unpacks what’s really happening when kids feel possessive. For each situation, she models actionable strategies to manage these tricky moments, while helping your child learn how to balance their desires with those of others. Remember: We want our kids to assert their needs and we want them to be kind, generous people. We don’t have to choose.
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[@Jocelyn8314]

I'm learning so much from you as an ECE.

[@veravadasz6246]

Hi!
I just started listening your podcast and I love the way how you approach our little ones' mind.
I have 2 kids, 6 and 2, and shari ng is not easy. What do you do if the other one is not some adult like your husband or a same age kid on the playground? For example when the 2 kids are fighting for your body and both of them need a 100% mama at the same time, and they are close and they start to hit each other for gaining more territory. How can I handle this without always asking the older one to be patient with the little.