The Positive Disicpline Philosophy Positive Discipline is based on the philosophies of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs who believed that all human beings have equal rights to dignity and respect. All Positive Discipline methods are non-punitive and non-permissive. They are "Kind" and "Firm" at the same time. Kind, because that shows respect for the child (and for the adult), and Firm because that shows respect for what needs to be done. All Positive Discipline methods meet the following Three Criteria for Discipline that Teaches: 1. Is it respectful? 2. Is it effective long-term? 3. Does it help children develop valuable life skills for good character?
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