Desiderata by Max Ehrmann

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 vexations 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 not this 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.

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[stonecareman]

thank you

[paigeeeepaige]

***welcome***  :-)

[viabriantone]

This is the best poem of all time. I purchased it on a scroll in Canada 40 years ago. Hung it in the bathroom & read it two ot three times a day.

[KindredKunoichi]

“Be gentle with yourself.

You are a child of the Universe

no less than the Trees & the Stars;

You have a right to be here.” - Max Ehrmann

Always been my favourite when feelin' a li'l insignificant!!

[publica74]

I love this poem...I first found out about it at my High School graduation and I never forgot about it.

[Thereisonlythemoment]

One of my most favorite Poems of all time also. A wonderful Mantra for living ones life. I especially love the line "And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should." Beautiful Poem and Beautiful Images.

[nick4alex]

Very nice :-)

Thanx Jules.

[Susanna129]

One of the most wonderful version of "Desiderata"- The poem was always and still is one of my favorite.You have done a magnificent editing to the film and the words of the poem.Thank you for all the lovely work...Jorge thank you for sending this to me. There are many wonderful videos to discover yet around. CONGRATULATIONS! to video owner for this wonderful video. Greetings from Zuzanna

[theglastonburygirl]

My favourite poem of all time x

[MsRebecki]

I agree with sweetlightsoul, the images are perfect. I never realized my favorite poem was animated. Thank you so much for the work you put into this!

[neverequalled]

i live my life by those immortal words. such beauty and truth.

[gesworld8879]

can i post this on my facebook. this is one of my favorite poem...

[sweetlightsoul]

thank you...after so many years i finally decided to really read it and the wait was worth it...synchronicity is important in life.... the poem almost as it seems were talking to me about my life and of this world...Thank you for sharing this video...i would definitely favorite it and share :) the images are perfect!