Pints With Aquinas Comparison is the Thief of Joy! | Mthr. Natalia
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Feb 18, 2024 Mthr. Natalia explains the harm of comparing ourselves to others, highlighting the impact on happiness and self-worth. She discusses the value of embracing differences in gifts and rejoicing in others' uniqueness. The importance of avoiding comparisons in spiritual growth and the significance of self-reflection are also explored.
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Comparison as a Thief of Joy
- Comparison, especially regarding strengths and weaknesses, can steal joy.
- We often compare our strengths to others' weaknesses and vice-versa.
The Value of Weakness
- Lacking certain gifts reminds us of our need for God.
- Having all gifts would make us God-like, eliminating our need for Him.
Poverty and Longing
- Metropolitan Anthony Bloom defines poverty not by possessions, but by longing for the unattainable.
- This longing for what's out of reach is a positive aspect of being 'poor in spirit'.