All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri Virtue and the Emotions (Part 1)
Oct 14, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of human emotions as Dr. Sri shares insightful stories, including his children's fear during a hiking adventure. Discover why emotions can overwhelm us and the Catholic perspective that challenges the misconception of emotions as negative. Learn how these feelings are not just physical reactions but also judgments guiding us toward goodness. Embrace the idea that growing in virtue helps us properly integrate our emotions, ensuring we love authentically and live fully.
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Bear Sign Panic
- Edward Sri recounts a family hiking trip where his children panicked at a bear warning sign and ran back to the car in fear.
- The story illustrates how sudden emotions can seize us even when the danger is unlikely.
Emotions Can Hijack Our Actions
- Emotions can suddenly surface and take control, disrupting ordinary life and intentions.
- These surges can make it hard to act as we truly want, showing emotions' powerful influence.
Virtue Integrates Emotions
- The Catholic tradition does not view emotions as merely negative or to be suppressed.
- Virtue integrates emotions rather than eliminating them, allowing them to align with reason and will.
