Desiderata Quotes

“Nurture strength of spirit to shield you from misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.”

“Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. ”

“Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.”

“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.”

“Neither be cynical about love – for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.”

“Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.”

“Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit.”

“Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.”

“for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.”

“With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.”

“Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.”

“Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.”

“If you compare yourself to others, you may become vain and bitter; ”

“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. ”

“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.”

“Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.”

“Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. ”