The word 'Desiderata' means "something that is needed or wanted".Desiderata - a simple,yet powerful prose poem by Max Ehrmann was written in the early 1920's. It delivers practical advice for day to day life, moral and religious philosophy, and ethics.This includes how to keep what is important in front of mind, balance one’s career, inner peace, and aspirations. While also striving to be a good person in a world that doesn’t always treat you fairly.