Praise Day by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
The poem explores the idea that every day should be a day of praise and gratitude, regardless of circumstances. It argues that even in darkness and sorrow, there is always something to be thankful for, and that focusing on the positive can bring joy and comfort. The speaker urges the reader to cultivate a mindset of praise and appreciation, suggesting that this attitude can transform their life and bring happiness.
By Ella Wheeler Wilcox · First published 1899 · Genre: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical · 256 words
First lines
Let us halt now for a space in our hurrying; Let us take time to look up and look out; Let us refuse for a spell to be worrying; Let us decline to both question and doubt. If one goes cavilling, Hair splitting, flaw hunting-ready for strife- All the best pleasure is missed in the travelling Onward through life.
Just for to-day we will put away sorrowing- Just for to-day not a tear shall be shed; Nor will we fear anything, or go borrowing Pain from the future by profitless dread. Thought shall go frolicking, Pleasuring, treasuring everything bright- Tasting the joy that is found just in rollicking On through the light.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Ella Wheeler Wilcox
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Inspirational, Philosophical, Self-Help
- Length: 256 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The text is structured in verse with a rhythmic and rhyming pattern.
- Inspirational — The themes focus on positivity, joy, and living in the moment.
- Philosophical — The content encourages reflection on life and a philosophical approach to happiness.
- Self-Help — The text provides advice on how to improve one's mental state and outlook on life.
Tags
Poetry · American Literature · Christianity · Spirituality · Inspirational · Motivational · Religious · Faith · Hope · Optimism · Joy · Gratitude