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I personally don't use violence as a punishment, but a gentle ear flick is fine because it's not causing pain and, as you say, it'll communicate "don't" in a way they get without being likely to make them afraid of you.
I opt for a "tsst" sound instead.
I spray mine with water if they do something really bad. Like bite someone.
My brother’s cat just stands there and braces for the water spray, then goes right back to misbehaving
Wasn't a cat, but my friends pit pup started treating it like a game. Act up, I grab the bottle, she'd square up ready to try and dodge the spray.