o placidly amid the noise
and the 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 vexatious 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 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 labours
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.
o placidly amid the noise
and the 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 vexatious 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 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 labours
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.