A quote with lessons for us all

Dorothy Lawe Nolte wrote words that every parent should carry with them: 

‘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 shame, he learns to feel guilty. 

But, if a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient. 

If a child lives with encouragement, he learns 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 security, he learns to have faith. 

If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself. 

If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.’