Max Ehrmann
Desiderata
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 the 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 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.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata, Copyright 1952.
I am the world's biggest procrastinator. I also work 3 jobs and study full time. I am from Australia... love our summers, travelling, road trips, swimming, reading, chilling out with my (huge) family and (crazy) friends...I really want to go to Europe one day.
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ok i go to carroll middle school and i am 13 well anywas during the christmas break i forgot what the guy that i like looked like but wen i got back i notest that he got even hotter than he was before. if i forgot what he looks like during the christmas break but i think he is still hott and as cute as a baby do i really like him please help i am so comfused.
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Fluffy...liking a boy isn't just about what he looks like! If you forget what he looks like, do you mean you wouldn't recognise him walking down the street or you just can't pull his face up in your imagination to think about all the time? If it's the latter option, I think you may stilllike him...but nothing will result from this crush unless you do some serious friendship building...make it more than just about those fervent passing glances...find out what he's into...talk to him!!! Hang with his friends...go for it.
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