Untitled Desiderata Go placidly amid the noise and haste and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible be on good terms with all persons. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. 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.
Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is pernnial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nuture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.