esideratA
Go placidly
Amid the noise and hast and remember
What peace there mat 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 with others, you may become vain and
bitter; for always there will be greater 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 is;
Many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of
heroism.
Be yourslef. Especially, do no feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and
disenchantment, it is perrennial 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 on 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 conceived 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.
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