“Impulsive decisions may lead to regret,” she cautioned. “We make the best choices when our hearts are calm. Allow yourself time to research all the facts and think clearly through the options. There is time to make a plan that will bring you to a place of freedom and to a decision you won’t regret.”
At the same time, she said, women should remember that they have support: “Secret decisions lead to heartache,” she said, adding, “You are not alone.”
“Women facing an unexpected pregnancy may be embarrassed and ashamed,” she said. “The first inclination is to hide their ‘mistake,’ or to ‘take care of the problem,’ before anyone knows. This often leads to regret.”
She encouraged women to reach out for help.
“You are not alone in this journey,” Sr. Marie Veritas said. “Take time and allow us to connect you with those who have been in similar situations and who are willing to share their perspective.”
Speaking for the sisters, she wanted women…
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