Desiderata - Desired Things (36)
immanuelle: Hi folks. I read this every now and then to keep myself in check. Thought I would share with you lovely people :)
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 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 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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata
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 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 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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata
This would be found sharing with another ...
Or excepted in tears of solice..and humanity !
givenup61: This would be found sharing with another ...
Or excepted in tears of solice..and humanity !
solace ...not ice !Or excepted in tears of solice..and humanity !
immanuelle: Hi folks. I read this every now and then to keep myself in check. Thought I would share with you lovely people :)
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 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 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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata
It's sitting on my Computer,and once in a while I look the File up.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 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 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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata
Hope you had pleasant Holidays.
givenup61: This would be found sharing with another ...
Or excepted in tears of solice..and humanity !
Or excepted in tears of solice..and humanity !
Dear friend,
Not sure if your post made me happy or sad to read, but I do wish you peace.
Conrad73: It's sitting on my Computer,and once in a while I look the File up.Hope you had pleasant Holidays.
Thank you Sifu. I did. Not over yet though, we are celebrating Christmas on January 2nd, when my family comes over so still have the big dinner to do. Can't wait. Happy holidays to you.
immanuelle: Hi folks. ....
“Learn as though you would never be able to master it;
Hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it”
Confucius
Happy 2012 Immanuelle!
immanuelle: Thank you Sifu. I did. Not over yet though, we are celebrating Christmas on January 2nd, when my family comes over so still have the big dinner to do. Can't wait. Happy holidays to you.
immanuelle: Thank you Sifu. I did. Not over yet though, we are celebrating Christmas on January 2nd, when my family comes over so still have the big dinner to do. Can't wait. Happy holidays to you.
sifu ...such respected acknowledgement ....Lao Tsu...Tao te Ching,
Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
givenup61: Lao Tsu...Tao te Ching,
Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
it's only words ...Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
Is it the doctrine of stoicism? Sounds very like it… Anyway, it was good until it mentioned god. Is it really necessarily to put it into everything? (Rhetorical)
But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
lifeisadream: “Learn as though you would never be able to master it;
Hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it”
Confucius
Happy 2012 Immanuelle!
Hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it”
Confucius
Happy 2012 Immanuelle!
Very wise words, he knew women very well
Happy New Year Everyone.. (well, nearly)
Yash124g: Very wise words, he knew women very well
Happy New Year Everyone.. (well, nearly)
Happy New Year Everyone.. (well, nearly)
You are Confusing me
Happy New Year To you!
Tulefel: Is it the doctrine of stoicism? Sounds very like it… Anyway, it was good until it mentioned god. Is it really necessarily to put it into everything? (Rhetorical)
But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
I don't think Ehrmann was of the "Religious" Sort.But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
lifeisadream: “Learn as though you would never be able to master it;
Hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it”
Confucius
Happy 2012 Immanuelle!
Hold it as though you would be in fear of losing it”
Confucius
Happy 2012 Immanuelle!
Thank you. Have a lovely and peaceful 2012. I truly believe it will be a happy year. Our positive energy will not allow otherwise.
givenup61: Lao Tsu...Tao te Ching,
Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
Not exalting the gifted ..prevents quarreling...Not collecting treasures prevents stealing...
not seeing desirable illusions, prevents confusion of heart
The wise therefore empty the desire ..
in turn weakning ambitions ...
you strengthen your knowledge...
And desire becomes meaningless...
If nothing is desired ...you will find a path that gives ...
All that you... do not know you seek ..!!!
The Humble and the meek will never find security in our world 2011 /12 !
Although I am a practising buddhist, I cheat and still have desires. Hypocritical
perhaps...but makes my life a bit richer. Expectation and fulfillment or expectation and disappointment...all good for me. 
Cheer up friend. Life is good
Tulefel: Is it the doctrine of stoicism? Sounds very like it… Anyway, it was good until it mentioned god. Is it really necessarily to put it into everything? (Rhetorical)
But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
But nonetheless, Happy New Year!
We can always pick the raisins out, but still enjoy the rest of the cake. Happy New Year to you Tules.
ImmaConrad73: I don't think Ehrmann was of the "Religious" Sort.
He’s American, and that might explain mentioning of good.
See, a scientific article has higher probability to be published if the study got a significant result (which is by everyone’s opinion is not the right practice, but which still exists despite everyone’s opinion). Perhaps, an American writer has more chances to be published if he mentioned good?
immanuelle: We can always pick the raisins out, but still enjoy the rest of the cake. Happy New Year to you Tules. Imma
I’d rather enjoy raisins, than cake.
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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 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 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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Max Ehrmann, Desiderata