Children Learn What They Live

If a child lives with criticism,
She learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
She learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule,
She learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame,
She learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with tolerance,
She learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
She learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise,
She learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness,
She learns justice.
If a child lives with security,
She learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval,
She learns to like herself.
If a child lives with acceptance,
and friendship, she learns
to find love in the world.

Author Unknown