Mom & Dad: Why Is My Kid So Controlling During Playdates?

On this episode: a listener noticed that her six-year-old isn’t sharing well when his friends come over. He even told one friend to leave mid playdate. They’re wondering how to help her kid be a better host and, if things become overwhelming, take some time for himself instead of getting upset. 

Recommendations: 

Jamilah recommends eating duck. 

Zak recommends tossing out the tools you don’t reach for, inspired by Conor Barnes’ 100 Tips For A Better Life. 

Elizabeth recommends Group Buy Ins. The one she uses is called Storms In The Sky. 

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