Venerable Bruno Lanteri was a priest from Turin, Italy, in the early 18th century, during a time of great stress and turmoil, including the war and the French Revolution. Lanteri worked to support many troubled individuals in his community. He wrote various books about spirituality, including ‘If you want peace in this life,’ a series of letters, giving advice about how any person could find peace. He highlights these 7 points:
1. Be not troubled by temptations. We must bear temptations, learn to
move on despite our failings, and vow to God never to do any act that will
displease him.
2. Prioritize meditation and spiritual reading. When
feeling discouraged, the direct pathway to peace of mind is faithfulness to
God’s sacraments and the spiritual life. These can eliminate anxiety.
3. Follow God, and he will set you free. What is
God asking you to do? The
pathway to peace also involves conforming one’s will to God’s will.
4. Cultivate this remedy for sadness. Venerable
Bruno says that humility is
how God wants people to undergo trials. Humility is God’s way of erasing one’s
pride, and so to live in
God’s presence.
5. Find peace in this life. First, accept the
present circumstances. Remember that God’s presence, and be dedicated to the
joys of heaven. Do not be troubled. God is with you, and he is helping you.
6. Attend Mass regularly.
Mass is a prime way to venerate Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary and from
which we can draw the greatest fruit. Preferably daily Mass.
7. Find daily energy. Wake up feeling exhausted? Do not to be surprised by fatigue that can be caused by
age or physical problems. Instead, one should begin every day with patience and
be faithful with spiritual practices.
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