<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
How can I discipline my kids in public without looking like a bad parent?
<|assistant|>
One way of disciplining your children in public without seeming like a bad parent is to maintain a calm demeanour. Even in frustrating situations, remain positive and use simple words to guide your kids towards appropriate behaviour. Provide age-appropriate rationales for the behaviour expected of them and make sure your requests are clear and direct. When possible, seek help from family members, friends or even strangers in redirecting your children’s behaviour. Furthermore, it is important to set boundaries and consequences that are fair but firm, in order to demonstrate that your children are being disciplined but not ignored.