Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson as they answer your questions about root sin as well as the difference between spiritual desolation and depression.

Topics/Questions covered in the show:

• What is the best way to determine our root sin or predominant fault? 
• Can we have more than one root sin?
• What is the difference between spiritual desolation or the dark night of the soul, and depression or sadness?
• Is spiritual desolation the same as aridity?
• Does the dark night only take place during the transition period between the purgative and illuminative way?
• Can someone experience desolation during the difficult time when he or she first begins a prayer routine?

Resources:

• Spiritualdirection.com - website
• EWTN Global Catholic Radio
• Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation
• EWTN Religious Catalogue - online
• Navigating the Interior Life by Dan Burke
• The Three Ages of the Interior Life by Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange
• The Seven Deadly Sins by Dr. Kevin Vost
• The Catholic Guide to Depression by Dr. Aaron Keriaty
• Questions? Send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).