“Blessed is he who endures until the end, disregarding everything, who through forbearance decreases the thorns and thistles and allows earthly loss for the sake of heavenly riches.  For this reason, my beloved sister, soul of my soul, set aside your “rights” and “wills” for the sake of my immense love towards you. Unite the good pair of patience and forbearance.”
(Elder St Joseph in ‘Monastic Wisdom’)