A Child Learns From Me

Author Unknown-edited, Keith Greer

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 fear, he learns apprehension.
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with jealousy, he learns to envy.
If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with prejudice, he learns to look down on others.
If a child lives with hatred, he learns to hate.
If a child lives with no rules, he learns disdain for authority.
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 approval, he learns to like himself.
If a child lives with recognition, he learns to set goals.
If a child lives with sharing, he learns generosity.
If a child lives with honesty and fairness, he learns to have faith in himself and others.
If a child lives with friendliness, he learns that the world is a nice place in which to live.
If a child lives with serenity, he will have peace of mind.

What is your child learning from you?