How to be assertive with a naughty 5 yr old!! He takes me for a ride. Shouting or showing aggression is not really my style.

There are definitely methods to control your child without having to resort to violence or aggression. Have you ever seen a child shut up the moment he receives a stern glare from his mother? The mother doesn't even have to lift a finger or raise her voice for the child to stop and follow her. Being consistent is key. If you tell your kid that you'll put him in the naughty corner after 5 minutes if he continues to misbehave, do it. At this age, children love to test boundaries.