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In land of the Olympics, Pope recommends 4 exercises

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Kathleen N. Hattrup - published on 12/06/21
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In addition to athletics that are good for the body, there is also a kind of athletics good for the soul.

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Pope Francis roused young people in Greece to follow in the footsteps of their forefathers - those who created the Olympics and the marathon - and participate in a type of "spiritual gymnastics."

In his last address during his trip to Cyprus and Greece, the Holy Father recommended four exercises to build up the soul.

The Pope, who is a devoted fan of soccer, and played as a youth, said:

Young people react: when you feel lonely, you open up; when you are tempted to close in on yourself, you look for others.

You practice a kind of “spiritual gymnastics.” This country gave birth to the greatest sporting events: the Olympics, the marathon...

In addition to athletics that are good for the body, there is also a kind of athletics good for the soul.

"This kind of training will make you happy, keep you young and help you feel the adventure of living!" the Pope assured.

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