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The Magic List Alternatives to Punitive Discipline "Catch" the child doing good things and notice Anticipate trouble and distract to a positive Give Gentle reminder Use Humor Offer choice: Now or in five minutes? Give praise & compliments Encourage Clarify messages Overlook small annoyances Ignore provocations Reconsider the situation Point out consequences Provide renewal time Give hugs & caring Arrange discussion among the children Provide discussion with an adult