2974: Teaching Kids To Share by Dr. Laura Markham of Peaceful Parent Happy Kids on Raising Generous Kids

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2974: Dr. Laura Markham challenges the common practice of forced sharing, revealing how it can actually fuel resentment, competition, and impatience in children. By allowing kids to take “long turns” and choose when to give, parents can nurture genuine generosity, stronger impulse control, and healthier sibling relationships. This approach shifts the role of the parent from referee to coach, helping children internalize kindness rather than comply under pressure. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/read/Teach-Share-Sharing Quotes to ponder: "If we force children to share, they walk away resentful, not feeling generous." "I can ask for what I want. Sometimes I get a turn soon, and sometimes I have to wait." "When I’m done with the toy and give it to my sibling, I feel good inside, I like to give her a turn. I’m a generous person." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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