Perfection consists in a constant perseverance to acquire the virtues and become proficient in their practice, because on God's road, not to advance is to fall back since man never remains in the same condition.

The wisest persons, surprised by some passion, often say things they later regret.

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

Let us reflect that we shall always do God's Will and He will do ours when we carry out that of our Superiors.

[I]f the gentleness of your spirit needs a dash of vinegar, borrow a little from Our Lord's spirit. O Mademoiselle, how well He knew how to find a bittersweet remark when it is needed!

[I]n order to raise a soul to the highest perfection, He allows it to pass through dryness, brambles, and combats, causing it thereby to honor the times of weariness in the life of His Son, Our Lord, who suffered various kinds of anguish and abandonment.

[E]xcess in the practice of virtue is no less imperfect than the lack of it.