IF a ChiLd

I've seen this poster hanging in my parents' room since the 1980's. I've never really given it much thought, until today.

Sharing with you this lovely reminder on child rearing...

If a child lives in criticism
He learns to condemn

If a child lives in 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

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