My dear friend!

'My dear friend! 

I sincerely ask you: do not scold, do not judge, do not offend your neighbours but be good to them, say kind and caring words more, respect others’ opinion, do not argue. 

Someone might be feeling bad now and they might be on the verge of a breakdown... Do not be quick to yell at them. Smile at them, say hello, be gentle and loving, help your neighbour overcome difficulties or problems, lend your shoulder, give a handkerchief or an icon, do not be afraid. 

My dear friend! My brother and sister in Christ! Be merciful! Bring light and joy to everyone!'

Schema-Archimandrite Iliy (Nozdrin)