Many will be familiar with Desiderata written by Max Ehrmann in 1952. Here is an adapted version for illicit drug users, if your drug of choice, such as heroin, speed or cannabis is creating a bit of havoc in your life...
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and as far as possible, be on good terms with all persons, not only your dealer, but friends, family and even the cops.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own place in society, however humble, it’s a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your affairs, for the drug world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, users of illicit substances included.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark 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, despite the advocates for war against illicit drug users. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with all and keep peace in your soul. Despite the odd bad hit and hanging out, it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be blood aware. Shoot clean. And enjoy the highs.
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