Since God often sends us inspirations by means of His angels, we should frequently return our aspirations to him by means of the same messengers.
Saint Francis De SalesRead
You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being kind and positive is more effective in influencing others than being harsh or negative.
This quote implies that a gentle and friendly approach is more effective at attracting people and fostering relationships than an aggressive or critical attitude. The metaphor of attracting bees highlights the importance of sweetness and positivity in interactions, suggesting that we can achieve better results by being approachable and kind rather than confrontational or unpleasant.
Themes
KindnessInfluencePositivityRelationshipsApproach
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting, you might say this quote to encourage collaboration and positivity.
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Represent to yourself a dark city all burning and stinking with fire and brimstone. The damned are in the depth of hell within this woful city, where they suffer unspeakable torments in all their senses and members. Consider above all the eternity of their pains, which above all things makes hell intolerable.
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Lately I was near the beehives and some of the bees flew onto my face. I wanted to raise my hand, and brush them off. 'No,' said a peasant to me, 'do not be afraid, and do not touch them. They will not sting you at all, if you touch them they will bite you.' I trusted him; not one bit me. Trust me; do not fear these temptations. Do not touch them; they will not hurt you.
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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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Retire at various times into the solitude of your own heart, even while outwardly engaged in discussions or transactions with others, and talk to God.
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