Provided that God be glorified, we must not care by whom.

Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage

I have made a pact with my tongue, not to speak when my heart is disturbed.

Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.

While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.

There are no galley-slaves in the royal vessel of divine love - every man works his oar voluntarily!

Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne those already laid upon you well — it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently.