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 stories. 

             Avoid loud and aggressive persons they are vexations 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 own career, however humble, it is a real
             possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in
             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.

             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 to the council 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 these 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 perceive him to be,
              and whatever your aspirations in the noisy confusion of life, keep
              peace with your soul. 

               With all of it's sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a
                beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.