It is one thing to speak kindly to an irritating stranger on Monday. It is quite another thing to go on speaking kindly to the same irritating relative, or irritating employee, or irritating child day after day, week after week, year after year and come to see in that what God is asking of me, what God is teaching me about myself in this weary, weary moment. Joan D. Chittister
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When you love someone, you love them with all your heart and soul. You want the best for them and you can be there for them in any way that they need. In the end though, these relationships will go through ups and downs. Some things may end up being a little irritating at times. If you choose to not let this bother you, if you choose to love yourself by showing love for others, then you will find that eventually, your heart will grow in strength and wisdom.

Source: Wisdom Distilled From The Daily: Living The Rule Of St. Benedict Today

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