I’ve been carrying in my wallet this credit card size poem that I have owned since before I had children. It is a beautiful poem. I have no idea who wrote it, but well worth reading and living by.
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility, she learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame, she learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.
Ifn a child lives with encouragement, she learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness, she learns justice.
If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith.
If a child lives with approval, she learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.
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