annot lose" (216). Although the comment proved to be inaccurate, the inspiration which Dibs provided these youths was valid and sustaining. The success of Dibs is that he has emerged into a person whose sincerity empowers him with an intent to act (218). Axline has encouraged Dibs to establish an inner serenity which will counterbalance unpleasant experiences which threaten to engulf him. From her first moments of interaction with him, Axline is struck by his underlying courage (32). From a child who has intentionally distanced himself from his emoti
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