GO 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 to the dull and the 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 or 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 in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
By Max Ehrmann © 1927
Desiderata” (Latin: “desired things”) is a prose poem by American writer Max Ehrmann. Largely unknown in the author’s lifetime, its use in devotional and spoken-word recordings in 1971 and 1972 called it to the attention of the world.
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Beautiful!
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Yes Luisa 💐
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❤
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I won a public speaking competition in high school by reciting this poem aloud.
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You made a good recital choice. Congratulations on the win. Good times. 😊
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Excellent choice, Sunshiny. I have always enjoyed this poem. In fact, I have a plaque with this poem in my office, right over my desk as a reminder. It sits along with a copy of Isaiah 4:30; “So do not fear; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
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I would like a plague of assurance as well. Good words to promote harmony. Thank you Dee. 💐
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I remember it well! It is still good today, thanks for the reminder!
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Ive always loved this Agreed, a good reminder. 💐😘
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“listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story” – it is very much necessary.. So nicely u hv written… Waiting for your next post… They r awesome!!
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Thank you. In a world of busyness, we need to make time for us enrichen our souls, hence the poem from Max.
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One of my favorites!
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Mine too. 💐
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Such profound and deep words of truth and inspiration.
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A reminder of all that ia important and can be achieved. 💐
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Yes absolutely true
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Desiderata was my favorite back in the days when I was in college. I love the song version of it too. And I love this line “You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here”.
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Yes Arlene, good words to hearten the heart and fill the crevices. 💐
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I have this hanging on my wall, Kavitha – I love it.
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Me too, i love it.
We are a special kind. 💐🌸🌺😁
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😊🤚🌈
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Thanks for the beautiful reminder
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🌺🌸💐
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Absolutely love this poem! Will copy or imprint it…such wisdom in those words. Thanks for sharing 🙂
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So glad you enjoyed it, its one of my favourites. 🌸🌺💐
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Beautiful message of how a person should be. Nice Kavitha
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Thank you Meghna. I read this often and always feel a measure of peace. 💐🌺🌸
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Oh good. Really good poetry.
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Beautiful, thank you.
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This was my mother’s favorite poem. And everyone thought I’d named my youngest daughter Desi because of it, when in actuality, I’d seen the name on someone’s license plate and thought immediately that would be her name. I no longer believe in coincidences though; everything seems to be connected.
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I agree, its the breadcrumbs that the cosmos throws at us, we just have to be wise enough to connect the dots. Ah this getting older thing has its benefits, i reassure myself😁
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lol it’s a season with its own benefits lol
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Thank you for reminding me of this amazingly beautiful and profoundly meaningful blessing, I had almost forgotten about it.
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Hi Tanya, So refreshing and fulfilling, its a good friend to return to for centering and calm. 💐🌸🌺
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I agree. I already shared it with my husband. 😊
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😊🤗
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A beautiful post. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you.
Your name is beautiful.
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Dear Kavita, I love this poem so much. Powerful and meaningful words of hope and strength. I am reblogging this in my blog. Thanks for sharing this with all of us 😊🙏❤
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Hi Krishna, my pleasure and i dont mind the reblog, thank you. Calming abd centering words for sure especially when one is searching for answers. 💐🌸🌺
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Reblogged this on krishnapriya22013 and commented:
From my dear friend Kavita’s blog: sunshinysasite.wordpress.com..beautiful and meaningful words of hope and strength 😊 love this poem
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You are a Dear. Thank tiu again Krishna. Im sure it will be as warmly received as it was here. 🌺🌸💐
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I love this.
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Thank you. 🌺🌸💐
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Beautiful 👌
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Thanks for your like of my post on Israel; you are very kind.
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Ive seen documentaries and look forward to visiting Israel. 💐
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I haven’t been there either, but can only imagine how good such a trip will be. Please enjoy yourself.
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💐🌺🌸
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Optimistic view on life. Something we all need …
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How much happier we would be if we practiced these ways?
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