Begin the Day by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the idea that each new day brings a chance for renewal and redemption. It emphasizes the importance of letting go of past mistakes and starting anew, with a focus on personal growth and self-improvement. The speaker urges the reader to leave behind the burdens of yesterday and instead look forward to the possibilities of tomorrow.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1887 · Genre: Inspirational, Religious, Poetry · 186 words
First lines
Begin each morning with a talk to God, / And ask for your divine inheritance / Of usefulness, contentment, and success. / Resign all fear, all doubt, and all despair. / The stars doubt not, and they are undismayed, / Though whirled through space for countless centuries, / And told not why or wherefore: and the sea / With everlasting ebb and flow obeys, / And leaves the purpose with the unseen Cause.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1887 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Inspirational, Religious, Poetry, Philosophical
- Length: 186 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Inspirational — The text encourages a positive and hopeful start to the day with a focus on divine guidance and faith.
- Religious — The content includes direct references to God and divine inheritance, emphasizing spiritual themes.
- Poetry — The writing style is poetic, with structured verses and a rhythmic flow.
- Philosophical — The text explores existential themes such as purpose, faith, and the natural order of the universe.
Tags
Inspiration · Motivation · Self-Help · Personal Development · Poetry · Philosophy · Spirituality · Mindfulness · Wellness · Positive Thinking · Optimism · Happiness