There is nothing as strong as tenderness, And nothing as tender as true strength.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESAll the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
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If you would fall into any extreme, let it be on the side of gentleness. The human mind is so constructed that it resists rigor, and yields to softness.
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Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.
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We have freedom to do good or evil; yet to make choice of evil, is not to use, but to abuse our freedom.
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Be not miserable about what may happen tomorrow. The same everlasting Father, who cares for you today, will care for you tomorrow.
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Faith is like a bright ray of sun light. It enables us to see God in all things as well as all things in God.
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Make yourself familiar with the angels and behold them frequently in spirit; for without being seen, they are present with you.
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What we need is a cup of understanding, a barrel of love, and an ocean of patience.
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Nothing is more like a wise man than a fool who holds his tongue.
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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Strive to see God in all things without exception. Do not smother yourself…If you start smothering yourself with a host of cares and longings and wishes … you will be disabling yourself from serving God with all your heart.
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All the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.
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Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
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