Desiderata
If you graduate from San Beda High School, there's a great chance that you know this poem by heart (maybe not the words, but definitely the essence).This is one of the many lessons from my high school that had a great and positive impact in my life. Since this masterpiece entered public domain last year, I'm saving a copy of it here in my blog (emphasis mine). 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 rea