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Ask Father Josh (Your Catholic Question and Answer Podcast)
Why Do I Feel Sadness When Others Succeed? ( with Sr. Josephine Garrett)
Feb 6, 2025
Sister Josephine Garrett, an author and counselor specializing in mental health, joins Fr. Josh to discuss the intricate feelings of sadness that arise when others succeed. They explore the sin of envy, its irrational roots, and the profound effects it has on our spirituality. The conversation emphasizes the importance of patience, humility, and prayer in overcoming envious thoughts. Sister Josephine shares insights on navigating emotions and the gradual nature of spiritual growth, reminding listeners to embrace their feelings with joy and reliance on God's love.
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- Envy breeds irrational sadness, emphasizing the need for humility and patience to overcome this destructive emotion effectively.
- Recognizing our imperfections and relying on God's grace fosters healing, transforming the struggle with negative emotions into opportunities for spiritual growth.
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Understanding Envy
Envy is characterized as an irrational sadness over someone else's good fortune, paired with a covetous desire to possess what rightly belongs to others. This sentiment can lead individuals to believe that another person's success equates to their own failure. Recognizing that envy can create divisions in relationships and even contribute to emotional 'death' within friendships highlights its serious implications. By exposing envy to the light and confronting its irrational nature, individuals can begin the healing process and seek God’s grace for overcoming this vice.
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