Yeah that's a good point Arimeh. The Childs perception of the punishment changes it's effect and impact on both them and the undesired behavior. Dd1 is a bit of a drama queen (must get that from her father ) and protests loudly to any form of boundry. She responds really well to the time out, and although doesn't like going to her room, she doesn't get super upset about it iykwim.

Dd2 just thinks it's hilarious and role plays time out with herself in her room?! She kind if likes the whole thing, that's why I think she's a but little. She's really just at the pushing boundaries stage and likes watching the consequences of her actions, ie pinching her sister and seeing what happens. Distraction works best with her most of the time too.