Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.

Retire at various times into the solitude of your own heart, even while outwardly engaged in discussions or transactions with others, and talk to God.

Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.

Be who you are and be that well.

Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.

Occupy yourself in beholding and bewailing your own imperfections rather than contemplating the imperfections of others.