Remind yourself what you know to be true: “I know that my child feels safe with one of the foods I offered. It’s not their favorite but it’s a legitimate option. My job is serving and their job is deciding; this isn’t pretty but we are both doing our jobs.” Remind yourself you don’t need agreement: “I don’t need my child to agree with me.” Give permission for your child to be upset: “You’re allowed to be upset.”
