"Great Russian Elders." Venerable Macarius of Optina.
Consider the actions of your heart and mind: are there any high opinions of yourself, both in spiritual and secular matters—does your thoughts demean others? If you sense such things, strive to quickly banish them from your heart and not give them room. For those who let them creep in, as punishment for friendship with them, God may allow them to fall into sins that reproach the conscience. Have compassion for your neighbors who require your help; pay attention to the poor, the orphaned, and the needy, according to your ability. All this will attract God's mercy to you.
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