It's a gut reaction to being told to toe a line, urban squirrel.
Anyone who has had teachers or others on their backs will know the feeling.
But if it's done for a good purpose, then it can be worth it. So, if you learn from the mods lessons, it's a good thing.

If you don't...
So, take it as loving reproaches of a stern parent.

After all, we are a family here, and mods are kind of like our parents, to keep us in line.
It all depends on the viewpoint.
Cheers
Mick