'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. 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. nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. but do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. 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 labours and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. be cheerful. strive to be happy'.
some excerpts from
DESIDERATA by Max Ehrmann (Indiana, USA)
written in 1927
you can read the full poem and more here
some excerpts from
DESIDERATA by Max Ehrmann (Indiana, USA)
written in 1927
you can read the full poem and more here