The following is often attributed to Pope Francis – not likely according to Fr. Horton and his They Didn’t Say It blog. But nonetheless, it is great spiritual guidance by which to renew one’s Lent.

• Fast from hurting words and say kind words.
• Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude.
• Fast from anger and be filled with patience.
• Fast from pessimism and be filled with love.
• Fast from worries and have trust in God.
• Fast from complaints and contemplate simplicity.
• Fast from pressure and be prayerful.
• Fast from bitterness and fill your hearts with joy. F
• ast from selfishness and be compassionate to others.
• Fast from grudges and be reconciled.
• Fast from words and be silent as you listen.