If a child lives with criticism,
He or She learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
He of She learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule,
He or She learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame,
He or She learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance,
He or She learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
He or She learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise,
He or She learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness,
He or She learns justice.
If a child lives with security,
He or She learns to have faith.
If a child lives withapproval,
He or She learns to like him or her self.
If a child lives withacceptance and friendship,
He or She learns to find love in the world.