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.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes our inherent value and connection to the universe, asserting that everyone has a rightful place and purpose.
Max Ehrmann's quote reflects the profound interconnectedness of all life and the natural world. It conveys a reassuring message that every individual, like the trees and stars, has a significant role in the universe's grand design. The mention of the universe unfolding 'as it should' suggests a trust in the natural order of events and encourages a sense of belonging and acceptance of one's existence.
In practice
This quote can be shared at a graduation ceremony to inspire students entering the world.
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. _x000D_ _x000D_ 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.
And whatever your labors and aspirations, _x000D_ in the noisy confusion of life, _x000D_ keep peace in your soul. _x000D_ With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
May I not forget that poverty and riches are of the spirit. Though the world knows me not, may my thoughts and actions be such as will keep me friendly with myself.
Wishing you happiness always! 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. . . . . 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.
Go Placidly, Amid the noise and Haste & Remember what peace there may be in silence.
Prayer is to the skeptic a delusion, a waste of time. To the believer it represents perhaps the most important use of time.
The average man never really thinks from end to end of his life. The mental activity of such people is only a mouthing of clichés.
We grew up founding our dreams on the infinite promise of American advertising. I still believe that one can learn to play the piano by mail and that mud will give you a perfect complexion.
With a gentleman I am always a gentleman and a half, and with a fraud I try to be a fraud and a half.
Loyalty to the Nation all the time, loyalty to the Government when it deserves it.
It is also possible for the unconscious or an archetype to take complete possession of a man and to determine his fate down to the smallest detail
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