Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
TERESA OF AVILAIt is a dangerous thing to be satisfied with ourselves.
More Teresa of Avila Quotes
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The important thing is not to think much but to love much; do, then, whatever most arouses you to love.
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From heaven even the most miserable life will look like one bad night at an inconvenient hotel.
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It is the nature of love to work in a thousand different ways.
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We may speak of love and humility as the true flowers of spiritual growth; and they give off a wonderful scent, which benefits all those who come near.
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Strive to close the eyes of the body and open those of the soul and look into your own heart.
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We always find that those who walked closest to Christ were those who had to bear the greatest trials.
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From moment to moment one can bear much.
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Do not think you have gained a virtue unless you have first been tried by its opposite.
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The tree that is beside the running water is fresher and gives more fruit.
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Teach by works more than words.
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Desire to see God, be fearful of losing Him, and find joy in everything that can lead to Him. If you act in this way, you will always live in great peace.
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Let us remember that within us there is a palace of immense magnificence.
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Love makes labour light. Love alone gives value to all things.
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Let there be no disappointment when obedience keeps you busy in outward tasks. If it sends you to the kitchen, remember that the Lord walks among the pots and pans.
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The closer one approaches to God, the simpler one becomes.
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