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If unconditional love and genuine enthusiasm are present, praise isn't necessary. If they're absent, praise won't help.

Alfie Kohn

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Alfie Kohn
Age: 67
Born: 1957
Born: October 15
Author
Teacher
Writer
Miami Beach
Florida
Enthusiasm
Genuine
Praise
Necessary
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Unconditional
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