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Ready to try an old approach to a New Year’s resolution? The story of Saint Ignatius may provide some guidance

  • Written by Gordon Rixon, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Regis College, University of Toronto
imageSaint Ignatius of Loyola with Pope Paul III.Roger Viollet Collection/Getty Images

Making and breaking New Year’s resolutions is a familiar and discouraging annual ritual for many people.

Almost inevitably, in a few short weeks, many find they are unable to meet their goals of self-improvement, be it keeping a positive attitude, improving...

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