For Don Bosco and Mary Mazzarello a homely and family atmosphere always created a welcoming and warm atmosphere for the young people in their care. The educator and the young person are expected to relate to each other in a way that:

 

• expresses genuine interest
• shows a readiness to engage in an educative way with a variety of issues and areas in the lives of the young person
• shows care and compassion
• is respectful and reasonable and aware of the good of all.

 

'Make yourself loved, not feared became a Salesian maxim.'

 

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