Desiderata

Desiderata

By Max Ehrmann

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 story.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons,

they are vexations to the spirit.

If you compare yourself with others,

you may become vain and bitter;

for always there will always 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 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 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 with your soul.

With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,

it is still a beautiful world.

Be cheerful.

Strive to be happy.

Happiness Essay

       Happiness for me is a way of expressing a positive emotion and the joy that we have. It gives us good meaning in our lives. As well as shows love in our experiences. It is the positive side of memories that we hold on to. Thus happiness is a part of the life we are living.

        In the poem. The lesson that needs to be learned is to be happy and cheerful. Because you must never be sad always. you should be proud and happy for who you are. Thus you must never be angered easily due to what others say. Always be happy and strive for a happy life.

        This poem helps me in my struggles with people. Because it gives me a sign that to be different I have to be myself. And be happy no matter what. Because once you start accepting yourself. Other people will accept you for who you are. As well as give you happiness in your life.

         I conclude that happiness is the strongest feeling. It means being able to be happy. Even when you are down. I must be myself and always be happy to be joyful. Because through all the dad things that happen you must always be happy. And strive to be happy every day in our life.