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When you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them, but bend them with gentleness and time.

St Francis De Sales

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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.
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By turning your eyes on God in meditation, your whole soul will be filled with God. Begin all your prayers in the presence of God.
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