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CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE
If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.
If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate.
If a child lives with hostility, he learns tonight.
If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.
If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence.
If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself.
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 acceptance and friendship,
he learns to find love in the world.
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Being ignorant is not shameful, but being unwilling to learn is. Role models can teach
through example. Children who are taught the importance of integrity during their
formative years generally don't lose it. It becomes a part of life, which is what we are
looking for in any profession, whether in a contractor, attorney, accountant, politicians
police officer, or judge. Integrity is a lot stronger than honesty. In fact, it is the foundation
of honesty.
Youths are impressionable. When they see their mentors--such as parents, teachers, or
political leaders--cheating with pride or bragging about petty dishonesty such as stealing
a towel in a hotel or cutlery from the restaurants, the following happens:
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They are disappointed.
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They lose respect for their mentors.
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Constant exposure breeds acceptance in them.