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