diff --git a/etc/motd b/etc/motd
index e9bda076e..d20b5a468 100755
--- a/etc/motd
+++ b/etc/motd
@@ -1,4 +1,6 @@
 
+DON'T PANIC.
+
 MINIX 3 is still under development and may contain bugs and other
 imperfections.  If you would like to help develop MINIX 3 further into a
 rock solid, reliable operating system, please go to the official Website: