The bee collects honey from flowers in such a way as to do the least damage or destruction to them, and he leaves them whole, undamaged and fresh, just as he found them.

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"Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them—every day begin the task anew."

- Saint Francis de Sales

Self-care

"Have patience with all things, But, first of all, with yourself."

- Saint Francis de Sales

Self-care

"Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself."

- Saint Francis de Sales

Self-care

"Make friends with the angels, who though invisible are always with you. Often invoke them, constantly praise them, and make good use of their help and assistance in all your temporal and spiritual affairs."

- Saint Francis de Sales

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"Beauty is a gentle and loving heart."

- Beauty and the Beast

Compassion

"There is no greater beauty than kindness and compassion."

- Beauty and the Beast

Compassion

"Selflessness is the most beautiful trait one can possess."

- Beauty and the Beast

Compassion

"A kind heart can bring light to the darkest of places."

- Beauty and the Beast

Compassion

"In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us."

- Flora Edwards

Compassion