~ Desiderata ~
Go placidly amid the noise
and 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 vexations 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's 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.
~ Max Ehrmann ~
 
 
Piano Melody : Solitude
By : Ms. Margi Harrell
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