Congratulations!
You know i dont know how i remembered this old but classic song/poem? Its been a few years since i played it.
I remember at some point years ago, i had to drive from one end of the city to the other and traffic always caught me at around 1:30pm, normally i had music to play but one day i didnt have my ipod with me so i had to listen to the radio and it was that time, the song was played and the Radio guy said something like “here is our song as usual played daily at this time” and it was this song, ive always loved it, the words and singing it to the top of my lungs give me such a rush or reassurance and joy i cant describe.
So if you dont know it, i strongly recommend it and memorize the chorus, its all you need. Let the words wash over you and fill you with hope.
If you are here, then you have your lot too. There is for everyone. Dont let anyone take it away from you. Ever.
For months, i would be so excited looking forward to that time of the day and put the radio instead and sing it until my throat hurt. It was awesome.
I will play it daily again too :)
(I sing I instead of YOU in the chorus)
"Desiderata. Desiderata. Desiderata.
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 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 be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
I AM a child of the universe.
No less than the trees and the stars, I have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to ME,
No doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
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 perenial as the grass.
Take kindly 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 imaginings -
Many fears are borne of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
I AM a child of the universe.
No less than the trees and the stars, I have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to ME
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 careful. Strive to be happy"
This is just the beginning!