Discipline doesn't have to be negative. Children require structure and age-appropriate responsibilities. Rules should be few, reasonable and consistently enforced. Provide an enriched environment with lots of materials and opportunities for exploration. In most cases you will serve as a role model for the way your child deals with stress.
Creativity requires a nurturing, expressive climate.
Allow for regression, solitude and divergent thinking. Help your child learn critical thinking, problem solving and good study skills. Don't be afraid to use everyday family conflicts and problems to help your child learn the building blocks of thinking skills. Make learning fun. Motivation and interest will increase if pressure is taken off homework and other academic material.