~`Desperata`~
Desperata
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 the dull and ignorant; they too have their
story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they
are vexations to the spirit. If you compare
yourself to others you may become vain and bitter:
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than
yourself; enjoy your achievements as wall as your plans.
Keep interest in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of
time.Exercise caution in your business affairs, for
theworld is full of trickery. But let this not blind you
towhat 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
isperennial 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 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; and 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 you labors and
aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams it
is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to
be happy.
**this.isfor.everyone**
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 the dull and ignorant; they too have their
story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they
are vexations to the spirit. If you compare
yourself to others you may become vain and bitter:
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than
yourself; enjoy your achievements as wall as your plans.
Keep interest in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of
time.Exercise caution in your business affairs, for
theworld is full of trickery. But let this not blind you
towhat 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
isperennial 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 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; and 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 you labors and
aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams it
is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to
be happy.
**this.isfor.everyone**