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[quote=jjconcern]Thanks for your post.  You express a dilemma that most parents struggle with who have children.  The responses to your post were very thoughtful and informative.  Let them work it out in my mind means let them do it whenever possible but with parents close enough to step in when the conflict has gone on too long or there is an unhealthy pattern occurring such as always ending in physical fights or one child always  taking advantage of the other.  Then it is necessary to separate them and talk privately with them about what you are observing at the time and then later when they are in a less agitated state.  There are always two sides to the story so don't assume that it is just one child's fault.  When at a friend's house you often don't have the luxury of being able to talk to both parties.  If you find that the behavior takes place regularly then assess whether you want your child to continue playing there. Parenting takes so much skill and patience .  The main thing is don't assume that your child is always right. You do them a disservice by never confronting their part in a conflict which has lifelong consequences for them.  [/quote]

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