Remember the maxim of the Romans which states that by union and counsel we can achieve anything.

There is a vast difference between an Apostolic life and the solitude of the Carthusians. The latter is truly very holy but is not suited to those whom God has called to the former, which is in itself more excellent.

do not be surprised by your trials, since the Son of God has chosen them for our salvation.

Nature makes trees put down deep roots before having them bear fruit, and even this is done gradually.

[Do not] overburden yourself with rules of devotion, but persist in doing well those you have, your daily actions, your work; in a word, let everything revolve around doing well what you are doing.

Is it not better to fail after asking advice than to risk acting on our own?

It is no wonder you are tempted; on the contrary, it would be something new if you were not, because man's life is nothing but temptation, and no one is exempt from it, especially those who have given themselves to God; his own Son even passed through this trial. But if it is necessary for everyone, it is also a source of merit for those to whom God grants the grace of turning all things to good, as you do.