Children learn what they live.

If a child lives with criticism
                                                 The child learns to condemn.

If a child lives with hostility
                                               the child learns to fight.

If a child lives with ridicule
                                              The child learns to be shy.

If a child lives with shame
                                                The child learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with tolerance
                                                  The child learns to be patient.

If a child lives with encouragement
                                                                The child learns confidence.

If a child lives with praise
                                             The child learns to appreciate.

If a child lives with fairness
                                                The child learns justice.

If a child lives with security
                                                The child learns to have faith.

If a child lives with approval
                                                 The child learns to like themselves.

If a child lives with acceptance and friendship
                                                                               The child learns to find love in the world.

(adapted by Dorothy Law Nolte)