June 15, 2010 Tuesday
Max Ehrmann (September 26, 1872 – September 9, 1945) was an American spiritual writer and attorney from Terre Haute, Indiana, widely known for his 1927 prose poem "Desiderata"
DESIDERATA BY MAX EHRMANN
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 to the dull and the 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. 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 perennial as the grass.
Take kindly to the counsel 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 born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. 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.
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 in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
I do not think "Desiderata" needs any discussion. It is a beautiful poem. I wanted to share it with you, as someone shared it with me in my fif....birthday card.
The word vexation needs clarification. It is not a common word used today. Pronunciation: \vek-ˈsā-shən\
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
1 : the act of harassing or vexing : troubling
2 : the quality or state of being vexed : irritation
3 : a cause of trouble
I must continue with Supplements and vitamins for Cancer Prevention/treatment. Yesterday we started with Vitamin A and carotenoids. Today I discuss in brief the controversial Vitamin E. Vitamin E is a lipid soluble antioxidant within the cell membranes which acts as a free radical scavenger. This means that is prevents free radical damage to our tissues/body. Vitamin E also prevents lipid oxidation of the bad polyunsaturated fats. It increases the effectiveness of selenium which is an important trace mineral in the prevention of benign prostate enlargement and malignant prostate cancer. Vitamin E is a great detoxifier of nitrates.
As many studies as there to show the benefits of Vitamin E in cardiovascular disease, there are as many that show no benefit in CV disease. There are studies for risk reduction in colon cancer, as well as prostate cancer.
The use of Vitamin E does inhibit cancer cell growth, prevent platelet aggregation and stimulate the immune system. If you are taking aspirin, plavix or coumdain please consult your health care provider before starting vitamin E. Platelet aggregation means 'thinning the blood'. The combination of these conventional medications and Vitamin E can cause bleeding. Other herbs / vitamins and supplements that should be avoided with Vitamin E include ginkgo, garlic, fish oils and high dose green tea.
The photograph above is one of many that in the next few weeks I will share with you. It is gratitude and not attitude. I am grateful for the two individuals flanking my side. They are part of my genetics. They are part of me. As a parent I will always worry, but it is a blessing to know they worry about me. I could write stories of love and happiness as well as stories of sadness, but it will make me cry. Not tears of sorrow but tears of gratitude.
Photo Credit: Marius
Until tomorrow...
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