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 feel 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.

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