The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Criticism vs Admiration
Aug 22, 2024
Why do we often critique excellence instead of admiring it? Jealousy and insecurity can cloud our appreciation for talent in sports, academia, and the arts. Rather than focusing on the negative, we should celebrate hard work and the discipline behind greatness. Embracing a culture of admiration can inspire personal growth and encourage us to cultivate excellence in our own lives.
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Initial Reaction to Excellence
- Fr. Mike Schmitz describes watching sports and being impressed by the athletes' excellence.
- He contrasts this with past reactions where he would criticize or downplay their achievements.
Critique vs. Admiration
- Fr. Mike reflects on how people often criticize others' accomplishments due to jealousy and insecurity.
- He questions why excellence sometimes threatens us and leads to critique instead of admiration.
Criticizing Musicians
- Fr. Mike shares examples of how people downplay musicians' success by pointing out flaws.
- He highlights the tendency to qualify praise with criticism, revealing underlying jealousy.