Appetites and Loves

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Appetites and Loves

We exist and desire to be loved and to love. St. Thomas Aquinas lists three appetites that are the basis for three loves. “And in each of these appetites, love is the principle of motion of the one tending into the end loved.” Here are a few points of discussion: What are appetites? What is…

Appetites for Destruction? 11 basic emotions

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David Niles and Adam Minihan from The Catholic Man Show

This week we talk about the 11 basic emotions formulated by St. Thomas Aquinas. What are passions? What are concupiscible appetites and irascible appetites? How do they help you grow in virtue? What are the 11 elements of emotions? DRINK: Water GEAR: N/A TOPIC: 11 basic emotions formulated by St. Thomas Aquinas What are the…