“For a few moments, raising his arms desperately, the Reverend Mouret implored Heaven. His shoulder-blades cracked, with such fantastic force did he pray. But soon enough his arms fell to his sides, his hopes abashed. From heaven came one of those silences utterly void of hope known to the devout.”
Source: La Faute de l'abbé Mouret
“Make every day a prayer day. It is good to pray without ceasing, because prayer is like fuel for a vehicle. Without it, it is impossible to move forward.”
Source: Prayer: An Antidote for the Inner Man
“• Dear Superwoman,
When life is not treating you well,
do not despair.
It shall be well.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“Dear Superwoman,
Not everything is your fault.
Hold that thought.
Do not hold onto thoughts that are wrong.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“Dear Superwoman,
Protect your tranquility and sanity.
Remember that anything against authenticity is vanity.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“Dear Superwoman,
Remember that a rose does not stop looking beautiful because of the thorns around it.
So, never allow your weaknesses to stop you from admiring your own strengths.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“• Dear Superwoman,
Some things will always be unfair,
especially if they are not your fault.
Focus on what you can fix,
rather than what is fair.
That is how you can find rest.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“Dear Superwoman,
Stop feeling sorry for yourself.
Start re-writing your story and
ensure it has a happy ending.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“Dear Superwoman,
Stop trying to be perfect and pursue excellence.
In the process, do not forget the difference.”
Source: Woman of Virtue: Power-Filled Quotes for a Powerful Woman
“It is a world of disappointment: often to the hopes we most cherish, and hopes that do our nature the greatest honour.”
Source: Oliver Twist