Go placidly amidst the noise and haste And remember what peace there may be in silence As far as possible, without surrender Be in 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; Avoid loud and aggressive persons; They are vexation to the spirit. If you compare yourself to others You may become vain and bitter For always, there will be greater and Lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your career However humble, it is a real possession of the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution on your business affairs, For the world is full of treachery 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 a 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 misfortunes, But do not distress yourself with imaginings Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself You are the child of the universe No less than the trees and the stars You have the right to be here And whether or not it is clear to you No doubt the universe in 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 with your soul With all its shame and drudgery and broken dreams It is still a beautiful world Be careful. Strive to be happy.