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

But if a child lives with encouragement
He learns confidence

If a child lives with tolerance
He learns to be patient

If a child lives with praise
He learns to appreciate

If a child lives with fairness
He learns justice

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