Brother from Another Father - Hosted by Fr Isaac El Fernandes, SJ
This podcast offers thoughtful reflections on the Sunday readings of the Catholic Church, exploring faith, scripture, and everyday spirituality in a fresh, engaging way. Hosted by Father Isaac El Fernandes SJ, it dives deeper into the challenges of modern life through the lens of Catholic teachings, providing listeners with both spiritual guidance and relatable insights.
Brother from Another Father - Hosted by Fr Isaac El Fernandes, SJ
EP 26 - Confronting Our Shadow Selves
In this episode of Brother from Another Father, we reflect on the 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the deep truth that the faults we most condemn in others often mirror the weaknesses we fear within ourselves. Through personal reflection and Gospel insight, we explore the concept of the “shadow self” as described by Carl Jung and recognized by Jesus long before modern psychology.
Why do certain people irritate us so much? Could it be that they reflect back to us the very struggles we try to repress? Jesus challenges us not to judge others blindly but to first confront our own flaws with humility, self-awareness, and grace. True compassion only comes when we acknowledge our own struggles and realize that any victory over them is by God’s grace, not our own strength.
With a touch of humor, we learn to see our imperfections not as a burden but as a path to deeper understanding, patience, and love. Join us as we uncover how self-reflection leads to genuine growth, helping us accompany others with compassion rather than self-righteousness.