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Accepting Myself – Quote of the Week – Thomas Merton

May 28, 2011 By Jean Wise


“Finally I am coming to the conclusion that my highest ambition is to be what I already am. That I will never fulfill my obligation to surpass myself unless I first accept myself, and if I accept myself fully in the right way, I will already have surpassed myself.”


Thomas Merton


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About Jean Wise

I am a writer and speaker at retreats, gatherings and seminars. I have been a spiritual director since 2006 and also work as a Deacon for my church. I love nourishing others closer to God. Check out my books available on Amazon, traditionally and self-published. Learn more about me at: https://healthyspirituality.org/blog/biography/

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  1. blankAlida says

    May 28, 2011 at 11:09 pm

    Love this! Thomas Merton always makes me stop and think.

  2. blankAmy says

    May 28, 2011 at 8:01 pm

    What an amazing quote. So glad you shared it. I always mean to read Merton, but haven’t. This quote inspires me to follow through. Of course, with the depth of these words, I have plenty to reflect upon until I do.

  3. blankKaren says

    May 28, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    Say whaaaat? Really, tho’ a thought provoking quote. Where do you find these, Jeanie? 🙂

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