Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly, and listen to others,
even to the dull and ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexatious to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be
greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career
however humble;
it is a real possession in the
changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you
to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit
to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore, be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.
With all its sham,
drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful.
Strive to be happy.
What do you think of these collection of words?
I think they describe the opposite of you
What do you think of these collection of words?
too much, too loooooooooooong!
I've always enjoyed this poem/advice.
Dana
It's well known
What do you think of 'THIS' collection of words.
where did you quote that from? It's all been done before, your about 3 years late. Yawn....
it sounds like a soundtrack for life...kinda boring and monotonous tho.
I have a copy of this which I carry with me in my agenda always.
Love it all, particularly the second verse.
LOL!!!!!!!!!!at the post below :)
I think this is fantastic and so true!!
good verses. good reminders in life when i was in college i even had this posted on my wall. once in a while it's nice going back reading such beautiful lines.
YES LONG - but nice and ends with hope.
good vocab.. interesting read... how's this:
%26quot;An Emperor will be born near Italy
Who will cost the Empire dearly.
It will be said when his allies are seen
That he is less a Prince than a butcher.%26quot;
-Nostradamus prophesied Napoleon
wow
Well I for one have not heard this before, so thankyou for posting it. Wise and comforting words indeed, which we could do well to reflect on.
wow! this is the very first worthwhile/ worth reading thing you've posted
They are wise words indeed.
Although I do not believe in God I have always enjoyed this poem and find it contains many valuable reminders.
%26quot;The world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you
to what virtue there is%26quot;
Agreed!!
Ahhhh......I've always loved that. Something to strive towards, don't you think?
If we could only all manage to live like that what a wonderful world it would be. At least it gives us an ideal to strive towards.
Thanks for printing that. A good start for the day.
