FROM THE ADULT CHILDREN EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
                  COMPUTER BULLETIN BOARD - (703) 821-2925
 
                       CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE
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If a child lives with criticism,
  She learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
  He learns to fight.
If a child lives with ridicule,
  She learns to be shy.
If a child lives with shame,
  He learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with tolerance,
  She learns to be patient.
If a child lives with encouragement,
  He learns confidence.
If a child lives with praise,
  She learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with fairness,
  He learns justice.
If a child lives with security,
  She learns to have faith.
If a child live with approval,
  He learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance and friendship,
  He learns to find love in the world.