From the time children are toddlers, we drill one golden rule into them above almost all others: share. “Sharing is caring” is practically a parenting mantra, plastered on classroom walls and echoed at every playdate. We teach kids to take turns, split snacks, and think about others’ feelings—and for good reason. Learning to be generous and considerate of others is a cornerstone of growing into a kind, empathetic adult.
But does that rule apply in every situation, or are there exceptions? One mom was put to the test when her 8-year-old son won not one, but two raffle prizes at a family banquet. Other parents at the table began nudging her to have her son give one of his winnings to another little boy who had walked away empty-handed.
She held her ground in the moment, yet now she’s second-guessing herself, wondering if she made the right call. To help sort through it all, Bored Panda reached out to parenting coach Megan Thompson, who was kind enough to weigh in on the situation. Read the full story and her thoughts below!
