If a child lives with criticisms,

He learns to condemn.

If a child lives with hostility,

He learns to fight.

If a child lives with fear,

He learns to be apprehensive.

If a child lives with pity,

He feels sorry for himself.

If a child lives with ridicule,

He learns to be shy.

If a child lives with jealousy,

He learns what envy is.

If a child lives with shame,

He learns to feel guilty.

If a child lives with encouragement,

He learns to be confident.

If a child lives with tolerance,

He learns to be patient.

If a child lives with praise,

He learns to be appreciative.

If a child lives with acceptance,

He learns to love.

If a child lives with approval,

He learns to like himself.

If a child lives with recognition,

He learns that it is good to have goal.

If a child lives with sharing,

He learns about generosity.

If a child lives with honesty and fairness,

He learns what truth and justice are.

If a child lives with security,

He learns to have faith in himself and in those about him.

If a child lives with friendliness,

He learns that the world is a nice place in which to live.

If you live with serenity,

Your child will live with peace of mind.