Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
Prefer nothing to the love of Christ.
Listen carefully, my child, to your master’s precepts, and incline the ear of your heart.
Let peace be your quest and aim.
Always we begin again.
Do not be daunted immediately by fear and run away from the road that leads to salvation.
The life of a monk ought to be a continuous Lent.
Let your prayer be entirely simple.
Humility is the foundation of all virtues.
Do not be wise in your own estimation.
Prayer is the key to all the treasures of God’s mercies.
Keep your lips from speaking evil and your tongue from deceitful speech.
Let your actions speak louder than your words.
Fulfilling divine commands is never beyond us.
Pray and work, work and pray. That is the only way.
Blessed are they who suffer persecution for justice’s sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Do not fear the changes of life.
Learn to be silent, so that you may hear the whispers of God.
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Silence is the pathway to holiness.
Do not be wise in the ways of the world, but be wise in the ways of God.
Let your life be a living example of God’s love.
Do not let the burdens of this world weigh you down, but lift them up to God.
Strive for excellence in all that you do.
Do not seek recognition or praise, but seek to glorify God.
Live each day as if it were your last.
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle.
Do not judge others, for you do not know their struggles.
Do not hold onto grudges, but forgive as God has forgiven you.
Let your love shine through in all that you do.
Be patient with yourself and others.
Do not be discouraged by setbacks, but learn from them.
Do not compare yourself to others, but strive to be the best version of yourself.
Do not be afraid to take risks, for great things often come from stepping outside of your comfort zone.
Do not waste time dwelling on the past, but focus on the present and future.
Live simply and practice frugality.
Do not be attached to material possessions, but cherish the relationships and experiences that bring true joy.
Do not be afraid to ask for help when needed.
Do not be afraid to admit your mistakes and apologize.
Do not let success or failure define your worth.
Do not be afraid to stand up for what you believe in, even if it means standing alone.
Do not let negativity or criticism bring you down, but use it as fuel to prove them wrong.
Do not let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams.
Do not be afraid to love deeply, even if it means risking getting hurt.
Do not forget to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally.
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