A man is hindered and distracted in proportion as he draws outward things to himself.

The more spiritual a man desires to be, the more bitter does his present life become to him; because he sees more clearly and perceives more sensibly the defects of human corruption.

Therefore, a man ought to root himself so firmly in God that he will not need the consolations of men.

Many deceive themselves, imagining they'll find happiness in change.

Love is a great thing, a good above all others, which alone maketh every burden light.

He does much who loves much.

Grant me prudently to avoid him that flatters me, and to endure patiently him that contradicts me.