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I know he has to learn; teach him that not all people are honest and fair, but also that there is a hero for each coward, for each selfish politician there is a committed leader. Also teach him that there is a friend for each enemy. I know it will take time, but if you can teach (something), teach him that an earned dollar is more worthy than five dollars found.
Teach him that he must learn to lose, and teach him how to rejoice in winning. Keep him away from envy. If you can, teach him the mystery of silent laughter.
Let him learn early the seemingly victory of tyrants…if you can. Teach him the miracles of books. Also, introduce him to the birds in the sky, to the bees (flying) in front of the sun’s face and to the everlasting mystery of the flowers on the green hills.
Teach him that to make mistakes in school is more honourable than to cheat.
Teach him to trust his own ideas, even if everyone tells him they are wrong.
Teach him to be kind towards kind people and tough towards tough ones.
As everyone is following the direction set by others, try to give my son the power not to follow the multitude/go against the stream.
Teach him to listen to all people and only choose what is right…
If you can, teach him how to smile even when he is downcast.
Teach him not to be ashamed of the tears he sheds. Teach him to show displeasure with those who claim that everyone works just for their own good and teach him to beware of fetishism.
Teach him to sell his force and brain at the highest price, but never to put a price on his heart and spirit.
Teach him not to shut his ears to a wailing man.
Teach him to behave himself, but don’t embrace him. Because only fire can purify steel. Let him be as bold as he is impatient, let him be as patient as he is bold.
Teach him always to bear a firm confidence in front of himself. Thus he will also wear a firm confidence in front of humanity…This is a great request…we shall see; the greater the extent to which you can accomplish it, the better…A little man, my son…
I´m only a student, so it would be good if a native speaker could look over my translation. Sorry for any mistakes which might have slipped. Hope it helps!
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