Every word, facial expression, gesture, or action on the part of a parent gives the child some message about self-worth. It is sad that so many parents don't realize what messages they are sending.

What lingers from the parent's individual past, unresolved or incomplete, often becomes part of her or his irrational parenting.

Feelings of worth can flourish only in an atmosphere where individual differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open, and rules are flexible - the kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing family

We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.

So much is asked of parents, and so little is given.

Isn't a kid alive who doesn't dream about rewarding her folks, or punishing them.