Children Learn What They Live

If a child lives with criticism, s/he learns to condemn
If a child lives with hostility, s/he learns to fight
If a child lives with ridicule, s/he learns to be shy
If a child lives with shame, s/he learns to feel guilt
If a child lives with tolerance, s/he learns to be patient
If a child lives with encouragement, s/he learns confidence
If a child lives with praise, s/he learns to appreciate
If a child lives with fairness, s/he learns justice
If a child lives with security, s/he learns to have faith
If a child lives with approval, s/he learns to like her/himself
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, s/he learns to find love in the world.