Desiderata

Go placidly amidst the noise and haste
And remember the peace that can be found in silence
Without being submissive, keep yourself as much as possible in good relations with everyone
Speak your truth calmly and clearly and listen carefully to others
Even if they are less gifted and ignorant; they also have their story
Avoid loud and aggressive people
They are vexations to the spirit
If you compare yourself to others, you may become arrogant or despondent
For there will always be people superior and inferior to you

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

Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans
Put all your interest in your career even if it is humble
It is a real asset in the changing destinies of time
Be prudent in your business
For the world is full of trickery
But do not let this blind you to seeing virtue where it exists
Many people strive for lofty ideals
And everywhere life is full of heroism
Be true to yourself

Above all, do not feign affection or be cynical about love
Because, in the face of aridity and disillusionment, it is as perennial as the grass
Kindly take the advice of the elderly
Gracefully renouncing the ideas of youth
Educate your spirit's fortitude
To safeguard you in unexpected misfortune
But do not torment yourself with fantasies
Many fears arise from fatigue and loneliness
Beyond a healthy discipline, be kind to yourself
You are a child of the universe
And like the trees and the stars, you have the right to inhabit it
And whether this is clear to you or not
Undoubtedly the universe reveals this to you

Therefore live in peace with God
Whatever idea you have of Him
And whatever your struggles and aspirations
In the noisy confusion of life, keep peace with your soul
With all its falsity, slavery, and shattered dreams
The world is still wonderful

Be cautious
Strive to be happy