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 fear,  he learns to be apprehensive.

If a child lives with pity,  he learns to feel sorry for himself.

If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.

If a child lives with jealousy,  he learns what envy is.

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 security, he learns to have faith.

If a child lives with acceptance,  he learns to love.

If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself.

If a child lives with recognition,
he learns that it is good to have a goal.

If a child lives with sharing, he learns about generosity.

If a child lives with honesty and fairness,
he learns what truth and justice are.

If you live with serenity,
your child will live with peace of mind.
by Dorothy Law Nolte
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