The Desiderata of Happiness -- Max Ehrmann

[zahavah]

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 vexatious to the spirit.

Comments

[umbralin]

This is exactly what I needed to read right now. Thank you. It's such a beautiful poem.

[zahavah]

you're welcome! i just printed it out and taped it to my wall to help me get through my first round of law school finals.