Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí.
“Praise the youth and they will flourish.”
Encouragement helps young people grow and reach their potential.
— Traditional Ireland Wisdom, Ireland
Source: Traditional Irish seanfhocal, public-domain oral tradition
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