I am a mother to several children. Make sure your son is getting plenty of sleep. When you have to bring your son to outings with you, tell him beforehand about your plans.Then give him a few choices to make in the process. For example, let him choose 1 out of 2 restaurants, let him choose what clothes he will wear, what time (1 or 1:10) etc. Perhaps he would like a job. Ask him to be the photographer and give him a camera to take pictures of the outing. Let your child know that this day is going to be special because he helped you plan it. Also, bring along some toys.
Kids are very emotional and it is very difficult to reason with someone who is being over emotional. Sometimes you just can't reason. Mutual respect in parent/child relationship. The parent must earn the respect by maintaining composure and at the same time not being a door mat. You are your child's best example. Whatever you do...don't be too hard on yourself.
