Preserving a Calm Exterior

I have seen people preserving a calm exterior . . .
while beneath an appearance of quiet they are
nourishing internal resentment. I regard them as
more pitiable than those who give vent to their
feelings. Their dreary character puts the Dove,
the Holy Spirit, to flight.

- John Climacus, "The Ladder of Divine Ascent"

(Resentment is the enemy of much spiritual growth.
Pray the grace to find ways to be relieved of
whatever measure you carry within.)