In this book, the reader will discover several teachings that will help him both in his relationships with others and in his spiritual advancement, as Elder Thaddeus, through the rich tradition of the Orthodox Church, offers a helping hand to anyone who seeks it. His well-known phrase "as our thoughts are, so is our life" encapsulates a series of efforts to understand the great importance that thoughts have in our lives. It is impossible to have negative and malicious thoughts about others and hope for good and peaceful relationships or for inner tranquility and peace. Because, as the Elder emphasizes, "envy destroys the inner peace and tranquility of the soul."