Saint Ignatius - Occupy yourself in beholding ...

Occupy yourself in beholding and bewailing your own imperfections rather than contemplating the imperfections of others.

Saint Ignatius

Spanish Saint

Born: Oct 23, 1491

Died: Jul 31, 1556

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Yourself, Own, Others, Rather, Imperfections, Contemplating, Occupy, Than, Your

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Stay positive and happy. Work hard and don't give up hope. Be open to criticism and keep learning. Surround yourself with happy, warm and genuine people. Tena Desae

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