The Desiderata

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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

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 council 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;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 with your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams

it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.

**********************************found in old St.Paul's

Church in the 1800's

 

Had this on my wall in my college days. It still inspires.

I'm gonna go find my appleseed necklace

platform shoes,tie dye shirt and braid my hair.

Love and Peace man !

V

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