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.
