This week we are posting a timely classic reminder about the importance of imparting the right attitudes and values to our children. Children are extremely defenseless against the onslaught of negativity around them, and we, as parents, teachers and caretakers, must do all we can to give them positive input. It is they who will inherit this world, and build the better society we’ve once dreamed of. When we give the best to our children, we serve the best interests of all humanity.
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.
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 approval
He learns to like himself.
If a child lives with acceptance
and friendship
He learns to find love in the world.
(Children by Dorothy Law Nolte)
Quotes on Children
Every child born into the world is an ever-fresh and radiant possibility.
The world looks to children for hope,joy, and happiness.
Children are today’s investment and tomorrow’s dividend.
Taking care of children is probably themost important job there is, molding their little lives and teaching them everyday.
Training a child is like painting a masterpiece.
Childhood is like a mirror that reflects in later life the images presented to it.
Children need strength to lean on, a shoulder to cry on, and an example to learn from.
Raise your children for their time. They’ve been created for a different time than yours.
The world of tomorrow is what the parents of today make it.