I know that you parents may have different ways of raising your children but I hope you consider these suggestions too.
If you are trying to discipline your children do it in private. Make them realize that they've done something wrong but don't do it when other people are watching, please do it in private. They may be your children and you have all the right to discipline them, but they also have a sense of shame. Don't embarass them in front of other people.
Don't compare your child to someone else' child. Being compared to others is the worst and most awful feeling ever. Comparing won't do good, it will only make your child lose confidence and self esteem. If you want your children to do better, teach and train them instead of comparing them to others.
If your child has an achievement make them feel that you are happy for them. Be contented of what they've achieved instead of making them feel that what they've done isn't enough. They may have done the best they could and lack of appreciation will only bring heartaches.
Your simple appreciation means so much to children. It may serve as a motivation.
Your child's attitude depends on how you train them and how you treat them. Don't expect your child to be like someone else's son or daughter when you didn't even make the effort to be a better parent.
Teach your child to be independent by letting them do things on their own. Don't be afraid to leave them doing task alone. Let them make mistakes, as making mistakes is a common thing to children. And those mistakes will teach them valuable lessons in life.
Discipline doesn't always mean spanking or beating up your child (Though not all parents are doing this way of disciplining) Please teach your child a lesson in a loving way. Not hurting them physically and emotionally (though it is really required at times, but do it in the most appropiate situation only)
Sincerely,
Daughter
I ❤ my parents.