My children seem to obey me better when they're under the impression that their mother is unstable.
This is my new mothering technique: Start out each day by sobbing in front of the children.
If we can't get them with respect or loyalty, we'll traumatize them instead. Whatever works!
I'm starting to think the "nag" route is the way to go. I hated being nagged and never wanted to be one, but my hand has been forced.