Elder St. Paisios: Putting Ourselves in Perspective
“Consider things from a broad perspective. Think of the other’s past: what opportunities was he given to cultivate himself? Then consider the opportunities you were given that you did not take advantage of. This is how you will be moved by the gifts granted you by God and you will glorify God for these gifts, and be humbled by not having taken full advantage of them. At the same time, you will feel pain and love for the other person who did not have the opportunities you had had and you will pray for him from your heart.”
– “Passions and Virtues’