Interpersonal Relations

Salesian Principles

Basic Principles from St. John Bosco

"The practice of this system is wholly based on the words of St. Paul who says: 'Charity is patient, is kind. It beareth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things, (Cor., xiii:4,7).' Hence only a Christian can apply the "Preventive" system with success. Reason and Religion are the means which the educator ought to apply constantly, which he ought to teach, and which he himself ought to practice, if he wishes to be obeyed and to attain his end."

More Pointers from the Saint

1. "The young must not only be loved, but they must be made to feel that they are loved."

2. "Make yourself loved, not feared."

3. "Speak to the boy in such a manner that when he leaves he is happier and better."

4. "Win the boy's confidence by destroying distance barriers."

5. "Remember: edcuation is largely a matter of the heart."

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