You do not have to be bashful with God as some people are, in the belief that they are being humble. - Teresa of Ávila

the Lord knows everyone as he really is and gives each his work to do — according to what He sees to be most fitting for his soul, and for His own Self, and for the good of his neighbor.

we shall not fail to observe the fasts, disciplines and periods of silence which the Order commands; for, as you know, if prayer is to be genuine it must be reinforced with these things — prayer cannot be accompanied by self-indulgence.

The soul lets out some sighs — not great ones — because it can do no more; they are felt within.