20 November 2021 To Do
When
you pray, be humble.
When you confess, be honest.
When you do penance, do it indefatigably.
When you eat, be sensible.
When you sleep, be disciplined.
When you are alone, be faithful.
When you are with others, be discreet.
When someone teaches you good manners, be
receptive.
When someone reprimands you for your mistakes,
be patient.
When you do something bad, ask forgiveness
immediately.
When you are full of self-absorbed pride, fear
for the health of your soul.
When you are sad, trust in God completely.
When you are doing manual work, work hard.
because hard work drives off every evil
thought.
Mechthild
of Magdeburg (Thirteenth Century)
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