I found this on the counter at work the other day. It was simply typed on a plain sheet of paper; no author was noted. Just thought I'd pass it on.
People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centered.
Forgive them anyway.
If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives.
Be kind anyway.
If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and some genuine enemies.
Succeed anyway.
If you are honest and sincere people may deceive you.
Be honest and sincere anyway.
What you spend years creating, others could destroy overnight.
Create anyway.
If you find serentity and happiness, some may be jealous.
Be happy anyway.
The good you do today will often be forgotten
Do good anyway.
Give the best you have, and it will never be enough
Give your best anyway.
In the final analysis, it is between you and God.
It was never between you and them anyway.
I have seen this before and found it very inspirational. But thanks to you, I will print it out and leave it where I can see it. Maybe others will find it too and we'll all be living in a better world.
The last two lines say it all.. thanks for sharing.
Peggy -- I don't think I've ever seen this one before. Just really struck me. Have a good day!
Peggy, thanks for these inspiring words. I will certainly make a copy for my wall. Charlie Gantz, Greenwood, IN; J.D., M.B.A.; owner/principal broker, Atlas Commercial Real Estate, LLC
Susan -- Those last two lines are the best. Thanks for visiting!
Charlie -- You are so welcome. Have a great day!
It is always about others not me me me. Good reminder.
Andrew -- You are so right. Thank you!
Peggy, I haven't seen this before and I think it is great. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Thank you for those inspirational words Peggy!
Have a wonderful weekend.
Steve
Steve and Gary -- "You're welcome" to both of you. I hope you are having a great weekend!!
Peggy
Pretty inspiring words of wisdom.
Peggy
Pretty inspiring words of wisdom.
Peggy, I have seen this before...also loved it (and still do). It was attributed to Mother Teresa, when I came upon it, but I never looked into it further. Thanks for putting it back out there. Whoever wrote it, did so to help keep the rest of us on track!