If a child lives with criticism He learns to condemn. If a child lives with hostility He learns to fight. If a child lives with ridicule He learns to be shy. If a child lives with jealousy He learns to feel guilty. If a child lives with tolerance He learns to be patient. If a child lives with encouragement He learns self-confidence. If a child lives with praise He learns to appreciate. If a child lives with fairness He learns justice. If a child lives with approval He learns to like himself. If a child lives with security He learns to have faith. If a child lives with acceptance and friendship He learns to find love in the world.

Dorothy Law Nolte