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Glory isn’t the problem — empty glory is. In this episode, we break down the vice of vainglory and why it’s everywhere today, especially online. You’ll hear what makes the desire for glory praiseworthy, what makes it hollow, and how to think about recognition in a way that doesn’t backfire. If you want a practical guide to avoiding empty applause while still aiming at real excellence, this one’s for you.Notes:

Read the relevant Articles from the Summa Theologica here:

Part 2 of 2, Question 132, Article 1. Whether the desire of glory is a sin.

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