Let thy words be few when in the midst of many.

It should be observed that perfect love of God consists not in those delights, tears and sentiments of devotion that we generally seek, but in a strong determination and keen desire to please God in all things, and to promote His glory.

It is of great importance, when we begin to practise prayer, not to let ourselves be frightened by our own thoughts.

The important thing is not to think much but to love much; do, then, whatever most arouses you to love.

Don't let your sins turn into bad habits.

People in the world pay little heed to reason where their own interests are involved.

[On her father:] ... in losing him I lost my greatest blessing and comfort, for he was always that to me.