When you are distressed or are feeling downhearted,

as storm-clouds of trouble seem heading your way remember how often your fears have departed,

and you were brought back from the edge of dismay,

Remember how often when faith seemed to languish,

and hope faded out in the dark tide of pain,

you found a relief from the mind’s bitter anguish,

and comfort and happiness found you again,

The long night will end in the joy of the sunrise,

your heart will be singing a gladsome refrain.

- Anonymous

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