Exactly … my mum did the spanking 😂 - dad just had to walk in the room and we all paid attention!
I came from a time when any adult could have a crack … but honestly it did no harm.
Wisdom should take precedence over “smart arse, know all twerps, who constantly inform of their rights & feelings.
Rights are earned - they are not a given. Feelings are fleeting. O
I’m glad I parented the old fashioned way - my grown kids are thriving.
Great problem solvers. Adventurous . And most importantly respectful and polite - especially to older adults!