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“Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself.” quote by St Francis De Sales
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“Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself.”

St Francis De Sales

About This Quote

Source Book: Introduction to the Devout Life, 1609

Patience with the world and especially with oneself cultivates inner peace and steady progress.

In simple terms: Be patient with everything, especially yourself.

Key Takeaway

Practice self‑patience daily.

Themes

patience self‑care spiritual growth

Mood

calm thoughtful

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • stressful work
  • personal setbacks
  • learning new skills
  • health recovery

Key Concepts

humility mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate patience from complacency?
  • When is it time to act rather than wait?
A Different Perspective

Self‑patience can become passive acceptance.

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