But I always think that the best way to know God is to love many things.

Find things beautiful as much as you can, most people find too little beautiful.

What preys on my mind is simply this one question: what am I good for, could I not be of service or use in some way?

It is better to be high-spirited even though one makes more mistakes, than to be narrow-minded and all too prudent.

Be clearly aware of the stars and infinity on high. Then life seems almost enchanted after all.

Well, do you know what I hope for, once I allow myself to begin to hope? [...] That you find in your love for people something not only to work for, but to comfort and restore you when there is a need.

Often whole days pass without my speaking to anyone.