Temperance
“Too much self-indulging or too much self-discipline have one thing in common: too much. Living to extremes–either extreme – generally does little to promote lasting health, happiness or holiness.” St. Francis de Sales

The virtue of temperance
Judging?
“Those who look well after their own consciences rarely fall into the sin of judging others.” St. Francis de Sales

Judging others?
God’s mercy
“Even if we have thousands of acts of great virtue to our credit, our confidence in being heard must be based on God’s mercy and His love for men. Even if we stand at the very summit of virtue, it is by mercy that we shall be saved.” St. John Chrysostom

Trust in God’s mercy!
Gossip…
“Above all, avoid false accusations and the distortion of truth regarding your neighbor.” St. Francis de Sales

Gossip..fueled by envy?
Purity of Intention
“Those who run best in the race do not think of the crowd which is looking at them.” St. Francis de Sales
