Anticipate Quote by Therese of Lisieux
“We who run in the way of Love must never torment ourselves about anything. If I did not suffer minute by minute, it would be impossible for me to be patient; but I see only the present moment, I forget the past, and take good care not to anticipate the future. If we grow disheartened, if sometimes we despair, it is because we have been dwelling on the past or the future.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Story of a Soul by Therese of Lisieux, 1898
Living fully in the present frees us from suffering caused by past regrets and future anxieties.
In simple terms: Focus on now, let go of past and future worries.
Key Takeaway
Embrace present moment.
Themes
mindfulness
patience
spirituality
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- meditation practice
- daily work
- relationships
Key Concepts
presence
non-attachment
acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you anchor yourself in the now?
- What past or future thought pulls you away?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting past lessons can repeat mistakes.
