Have you ever found yourself doing something you swore you wouldn’t do? Maybe you overindulged in food or drink after vowing to cut back, lashed out in anger despite your intention to stay calm, or fell into gossip when you’d resolved to keep silent. Perhaps you faced a deeper temptation—one you truly detested—yet found yourself […]
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If you are a human like myself, I’m sure you will agree that temperance of speech and the virtue of remaining silent are challenging to practice, especially in the busyness of a workplace where conversations can be fast-paced and emotions can run high. However, with mindful effort and practical tools, it’s possible, I hope, to
Part 3 – Certain Counsels for the Practice of the Virtues Chapter 1: How to Choose the Virtues to be Practiced in Particular St. Francis de Sales begins by likening the righteous man to “a tree planted by streams of water, that yields its fruit in its season.” He explains that charity guides all virtues,
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By St. Francis de Sales Part 1 – On the Counsels and Exercises Chapter 1: What is the True Devotion to God? St. Francis de Sales begins by distinguishing true devotion from superficial piety. He warns against those who pray all day but fail to control their tongues, highlighting that true devotion is not just
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Introduction The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus stands as one of the most profound and enduring pillars of Catholic spirituality. At its core, it centres upon the boundless love and compassion of Jesus Christ for humanity, symbolised by His heart, often depicted encircled with thorns and aflame with divine love. This short post
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