Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity & disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.
And though age and infirmity overtake me, and I come not within sight of the castle of my dreams, teach me still to be thankful for life, and for time's olden memories that are good and sweet; and may the evening's twilight find me gentle still.
In the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.