The way to plan the family is natural family planning not contraception. In destroying the power of giving life, through contraception, a husband or wife is doing something to self, and so it destroys the gift of life in him or her
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These are the few ways we can practice humility: To speak as little as possible of one's self. To mind one's own business. Not to want to manage other people's affairs. To avoid curiosity. To accept contradictions and correction cheerfully. To pass over the mistakes of others. To accept insults and injuries. To accept being slighted, forgotten and disliked. To be kind and gentle even under provocation. Never to stand on one's dignity. To choose always the hardest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Humility involves recognizing one's limits and being gentle with others.
This quote by Mother Teresa outlines various practices of humility, emphasizing the importance of self-restraint and kindness. It suggests that true humility is demonstrated through actions like speaking less about oneself, accepting corrections gracefully, and treating others with understanding, even when provoked. By embodying these principles, a person can cultivate a humble spirit that values others above self.
Themes
HumilityKindnessSelf-RestraintCompassionWisdom
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about personal growth, one might quote this to emphasize the importance of humility in leadership.
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