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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 with others,
you may become vain and bitter;
for there will always 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 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 with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and
broken dreams, it is still a beautiful
world. Be cheerful. Strive to be
happy. |
