Children Learn What They Live

Author Unknown


If a Child lives with Criticism,
He learns to Condemn.

If a Child lives with Praise,
He learns to Appreciate.

If a Child lives with hostility,
He learns to Fight.

If a Child lives with tolerance,
He learns to be Patient.

If a Child lives with ridicule,
He learns to be Shy.

If a Child lives with encouragement,
He learns Confidence.

If a Child lives with shame,
He learns to feel Guilty.

If a Child lives with approval,
He learns to like Himself.

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 Acceptance & Friendship,
He learns to find love in the World.


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