Children Learn What They Live

 
 
If a child lives with criticism,
     HE learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
     HE learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule,
     HE learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame,
     HE learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance,
     HE learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
     HE learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise,
     HE learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness,
     HE learns justice.
If a child lives with security,
     HE learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval,
     HE learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship,
     HE learns to find love in the world.
-Dorothy Law Nolte

 
 
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