Are the negotiations you’re having with your kids going to be your hill to die on? Probably not. Take it as a learning opportunity for them to voice what they are wanting in that moment and try to understand that it’s a way for them to learn how to communicate their needs to someone who’s approval they thrive off of... YOURS! Picking battles doesn’t have to be a dreaded daily occurrence. Listen to what they are really asking for and ask questions. See what happens.
