[squigz]

> just no crying or whining. Every request for a hug must be met with a hug.

Your kids can't cry, or complain? And they have to give someone a hug even if they don't want to?

This all seems very unhealthy long-term.

[pizzafeelsright]

They can cry if they have a good reason. Complaining? No. That's not tolerated. Life can be much harder so if they complain their life gets much more difficult and suddenly complaints stop.

No matter what, if they request a hug they get one. Mid punishment? During correction? They want a hug? Absolutely. Love and affection will never be denied.