I think of it like a kid throwing a tantrum, rather than a daunting 'beast', helps me to see who has the power in this situation. Annoying is better than terrifying, aye.
Plus, I wouldn't give in to a toddler just because they threw a tantrum or enter into negotiations or even condone that racket by listening and consoling (it harms them, me and our relationship), and this is no different.
Its sort of become funny now just to witness its absolute determination. Unless I've just become hysterical
