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To have courage for whatever comes in life — everything lies in that.

— Teresa of Ávila The Little Lamp (1981)

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Most of these trials and times of unrest come from the fact that we do not understand ourselves.

Interior Castle (1577)

Always think of yourself as everyone's servant; look for Christ Our Lord in everyone and you will then have respect and reverence for them all.

Maxims for Her Nuns (1963)

It seems as if Thou didst subject those who love Thee to a severe trial: but it is in order that they may learn, in the depths of that trial, the depths of Thy love.

The Life of St. Teresa of Jesus (1565)

Reflect upon the providence and wisdom of God in all created things and praise Him in them all.

Maxims for Her Nuns (1963)

Accustom yourself continually to make many acts of love, for they enkindle and melt the soul.

Maxims for Her Nuns (1963)

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Reason is Life's sole arbiter, the magic Laby'rinth's single clue:
Worlds lie above, beyond its ken; what crosses it can ne'er be true.

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It is the law of life that if you are kind to someone you feel happy. If you are cruel you are unhappy. And if you hurt someone, you will be hurt back.

Cary Grant Love – That’s All Cary Grant Ever Thinks About (1964)

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