Diligence: August 27
The fourth impediment is a desire to do too much. In the exercise of virtue one should not become entangled in trifles. Virtue should be practiced straightforwardly, naturally, openly and simply, the way it used to be. The freedom of the children of God consists precisely in fulfilling their obligations joyfully, faithfully and willingly.
Although very exact in her observance of the Rules and in fulfilling her duties, St. Jane Frances de Chantal made sure for her part and advised others likewise not to let such exactness bring on the distress or anxiety which self-love usually causes. Rather she went ahead tranquilly and simply always.
