Quote Originally Posted by e.b.
Even when dealing with bratty behavior, communication is still necessary. While I agree that brattiness is a manipulative way to seek attention, I also think that silence without any explanation is manipulative.

Of course if a dom has already corrected a sub for bratty behavior and discussed consequences such as "quiet time" if the behavior continues, then I do think it's a fair method of punishment.

Oh no. That, I completely agree with. I wouldn't try to use a method of discipline like that unless it was well-communicated first. Otherwise, what's the point in being quiet? If your brat doesn't know you're being quiet because you're trying to get her attention, it wouldn't be very effective discipline, would it?

Good point, though.