I finally found it ...... this poem was on the wall when I was in program and it really was some of the best advice I had ever seen written shortly after I graduated they cleaned house and removed it so glad I found it enjoy everyone...... Desiderata Go placidly amidst 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 ignorant, for they too have their story Avoid loud and aggressive persons for they are vexatious 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 career, however humble, for it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time Exercise caution in your business life for everywhere there is 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 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. Be at peace with God, whatever you conceive him to be And whatever your labors and aspirations, 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. Max Erhmann 1927
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