What is Positive Discipline? Positive Discipline is a set of parenting ideas and tools that facilitate good communication and mutual, respectful problem solving. It is a non-punitive form of discipline.   From Jane Nelsen's web site (emphasis added): The tools and concepts of Positive Discipline include: Mutual respect. Adults model firmness by respecting themselves and the needs of the situation, and kindness by respecting the needs of the child. Identifying the belief behind the behavior …