Friends say she’s bossy, but they’re bossy (Lola, Age 8) | 154

Ep. 154 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Listen to be heard | Friendship advice for kids

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*** DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

- What’s the difference between being bossy and being a leader?

What are some not-so-good ways that kids might try to get another kid to do what they want? What could they do instead?

Why is an “I” statement easier for people to hear than a “You” accusation?

What does it mean to look for agreement rather than control with friends?

*** You might also like these podcast episodes:

Ep. 149 Friends aren’t listening to her! (Bella, Age 10)

https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/ep149-friends-arent-listening-to-her-bella-age-10

Ep. 126 - How to have a conversation - for kids

https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/replay-ep126-how-to-have-a-conversation-for-kids

Ep. 18 - Building great leadership skills (Kai, Age 9)

https://drfriendtastic.substack.com/p/kids-ask-dr-friendtastic-ep-18-kai

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