Guard our Exterior

A quote fromCatherine:

We can so guard our exterior as to let no disturbance of mind
appear in our manner of countenance.

Oh, to be calm in a tempest! To remain focused when beset with lots of stresses from every side. To not let anything ruffle you...

That's a tall order and one we need to strive to be able to minister in our world today. There are so many things that could upset us. Even in Catherine's day there were so many things on her mind. So how do we do it?
I think for me to rely on God's approval, not others, to not be defensive when attacked, to be serene when thingsd are happening on all sides. This takes prayer, lots of silence and a deep abiding peace from within. It takes practice and it takes reflection each day on how well things are handled.

What would help you? Do yuo need to first learn to be calm and at peace in quiet moments ? Do you need feedback? Do you need to role play? Do you need prayer?

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