Remember what peace there may be in silence.

I contracted a disease which I have never shaken off. The disease was idealism. Because of it, I did the thing in life I wanted to do - Writing.

Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.

Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.

If you compare yourself to others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.

Remember what peace there may be in silence.

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.