(original text in Portuguese / english text after the portuguese originaly)

Perennial dissatisfaction: “MADAME BOVARY”,
The era of SOCIAL NETWORK And holiness next door

I social network they amplify dissatisfaction with real life by presenting a filtered and embellished reality, where the moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the life of others. This constant comparison with apparently perfect lives can increase feelings of inadequacy, failure, envy and dissatisfaction.

- Pastoral reflections -

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Eneas de Camargo Beast

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Human dissatisfaction is a timeless theme which manifests itself in classical literature as in the era of social media. In the literary work Madame Bovary (1856), Gustave Flaubert Explore Emma Bovary's chronic dissatisfaction with her ordinary life and her search for a romantic ideal unattainable.

The work captures the essence of the human condition and anticipates modern dissatisfaction. Emma personifies the fight against mediocrity and the search for romantic idealizations, fueled by readings that make her despise her life with her husband, Charles Bovary. His search for evasion through love adventures and reckless luxuries culminates in financial and emotional ruin, illustrating the consequences of unusuals perpetuated by the illusions. Emma's experience reflects modern human condition, where the idealizations conveyed by social media cause comparable unusual.

I social network amplify dissatisfaction with real life by presenting a filtered and embellished reality, where the moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the life of others. This constant comparison with apparently perfect lives can increase feelings of inadequacy, failure, envy and dissatisfaction. Especially among young people, comparison with the salient points represented online it gives YouTuber e influence leads to low self-esteem and feelings of inadequacy. Continuous exposure to these unattainable ideals creates a vicious cycle of comparison and dissatisfaction, similar to that experienced by Emma Bovary.

I social network promote a constant search for validation through likes, comments and shares, especially among young people. Lack of recognition online can cause feelings of rejection and exclusion, self-harm as a mechanism of temporary relief from emotional pain and worsen the toxic dynamics of social network. Hyperconnectivity and the fear of missing out (FOMO: Fear of Missing Out) contribute to constant anxiety. Prolonged exposure to competitive online environments can trigger or worsen depression, leading to desperation, to disinterest in previously enjoyable activities e, in extreme cases, to suicidal thoughts.

Against the wave of dissatisfaction fueled by illusions, holiness in everyday life emerges as an effective remedy, enhancing the simple and genuine joys of everyday life, fruits of divine goodness. This concept promotes a more aware and grateful approach to reality, focusing on the present and the small blessings that are often overlooked. He proposes to accept life as it is, cultivating gratitude and presence instead of desiring alternative realities.

The Holy Father Francis reminds us: «I like to see holiness in God's patient people … in parents who raise their children with love, in workers, in the sick, in the consecrated elderly women who continue to smile" (Rejoice and rejoice, n.7).

The analysis of perennial dissatisfaction, from the literary perspective of Madame Bovary to demonstrations in the era of social network, reveals a constant challenge to the human condition: the search for satisfaction amidst often unrealistic expectations. The Holiness Next Door emerges as a powerful response to this dilemma, offering a path to a genuine appreciation of life in its simplest and most authentic forms.

I conclude with an appeal to my fellow priests and to the Ecclesiastical Authorities of the Church of Christ, so that many young people do not suffer the same tragic fate as Emma Bovary: let's wake up to this situation!

Jundiaì, 2 January 2025

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PERENNIAL DISSATISFACTION: “MADAME BOVARY”,
THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND SANCTITY AT THE DOOR

Social networks amplify dissatisfaction with real life by presenting a filtered and beautified reality, where moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the lives of others.

— Pastoral reflections —

Author
Eneas de Camargo Beast

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Human dissatisfaction, timeless theme, finds expression in classical literature and in the age of social media. Em Madame Bovary (1856), Gustave Flaubert explores Emma Bovary's chronic dissatisfaction with her ordinary life and her search for an unattainable romantic ideal.

The work captures the essence of the human condition and anticipates modern dissatisfaction. Emma personifies the fight against mediocrity and the search for romantic idealizations, fed by readings that make her despise her life with her husband, Charles Bovary. His search for escapism through loving adventures and reckless luxuries culminates in financial and emotional ruin, illustrating the consequences of dissatisfaction perpetuated by illusions. Emma's experience reflects modern human condition, where idealizations conveyed by social networks cause comparable dissatisfaction.

Social networks amplify dissatisfaction with real life in presenting a filtered and embellished reality, where moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the lives of others. This constant confrontation with seemingly perfect lives can increase feelings of inadequacy, failure, envy and dissatisfaction. Especially among young people, the comparison with the high moments portrayed online by youtubers e influencers leads to low self-esteem and feelings of inadequacy. Continued exposure to these unattainable ideals creates a vicious cycle of comparison and dissatisfaction, similar to what Emma Bovary experienced.

Social networks promote a constant search for validation through likes, comments and shares, especially among young people. Lack of recognition online can cause feelings of rejection and exclusion, self-harm as a temporary relief mechanism for emotional pain, and worsen the toxic dynamics of social networks. Hyperconnectivity and the fear of losing something (FOMO: Fear of Missing Out) contribute to constant anxiety. Prolonged exposure to environments online Competitive activities can trigger or worsen depression, leading to hopelessness, lack of interest in activities that were previously pleasurable and, in extreme cases, suicidal thoughts.

The correlation between excessive use of social media and the rise of mental disorders among young people requires a multifaceted response. It is crucial to raise awareness about the risks associated with the excessive use of these platforms and encourage the adoption of healthy online habits.

Against the tide of dissatisfaction fueled by illusions, holiness in everyday life appears as an effective medicine, valuing the simple, genuine joys of daily life, fruits of Divine Kindness. This concept promotes a more conscious and grateful approach to reality, focusing on the present and the small blessings often ignored. It proposes acceptance of life as it is, cultivating gratitude and presence rather than longing for alternative realities:

«I like to see holiness in the patient people of God… in parents who raise their children with love, in workers, in patients, in the consecrated elderly women who continue to smile» (Papa Francisco, Rejoice and rejoice, n.7).

The analysis of perennial dissatisfaction, from the literary perspective of Madame Bovary to demonstrations in the age of social media, reveals a constant challenge of the human condition: the search for satisfaction amid often unrealistic expectations. Holiness "at the door" emerges as a powerful response to this dilemma, offering a path to genuine appreciation of life in its simplest and most authentic forms.

I finish with an appeal to my priest brothers and to the other leaders of the Church, so that many young people do not have the same tragic fate as Emma Bovary: Wake up for such a situation!

Jundiaì 30 January 2025

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PERENNIAL DISSATISFACTION: “MADAME BOVARY”, THE ERA OF SOCIAL NETWORKS AND HOLINESS AT THE DOORS

The social networks amplify dissatisfaction with real life by presenting a filtered and embellished reality, where moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the lives of others.

— pastoral reflections —

Author
Eneas de Camargo Beast

The human dissatisfaction is a timeless theme that manifests itself in classical literature as well as in the era of social media. In the literary work Madame Bovary (1856), Gustave Flaubert explores Emma Bovary’s chronic dissatisfaction with her ordinary life and her search for an unattainable romantic ideal.

The work captures the essence of the human condition and anticipates modern dissatisfaction. Emma personifies the struggle against mediocrity and the search for romantic idealizations, fueled by readings that make her despise life with her husband, Charles Bovary. His search for escape through romantic adventures and reckless luxuries culminates in financial and emotional ruin, illustrating the consequences of dissatisfaction perpetuated by illusions. Emma’s experience reflects the modern human condition, where the idealizations conveyed by social media cause similar dissatisfaction.

The social networks amplify dissatisfaction with real life by presenting a filtered and embellished reality, where moments of joy are exaggerated, creating a distorted perception of the lives of others. This constant comparison with seemingly perfect lives can increase feelings of inadequacy, failure, envy and dissatisfaction. Especially among young people, comparison with the highlights represented online by YouTubers and influencers leads to low self-esteem and feelings of inadequacy. Continued exposure to these unattainable ideals creates a vicious cycle of comparison and dissatisfaction, similar to that experienced by Emma Bovary.

The social networks promote a constant search for validation through likes, comments and shares, especially among young people. Lack of online recognition can cause feelings of rejection and exclusion, self-harm as a temporary relief mechanism for emotional pain, and worsen toxic social network dynamics. Hyperconnectivity and fear of missing out (FOMO: Fear of Missing Out) contribute to constant anxiety. Prolonged exposure to competitive online environments can trigger or worsen depression, leading to hopelessness, disinterest in previously enjoyable activities and, in extreme cases, suicidal thoughts.

Against the wave of dissatisfaction fueled by illusions, holiness in everyday life emerges as an effective remedy, enhancing the simple and genuine joys of everyday life, fruits of divine goodness. This concept promotes a more conscious and grateful approach to reality, focusing on the present and the small blessings that are often overlooked. He proposes accepting life as it is, cultivating gratitude and presence instead of desiring alternative realities:

«I like to see holiness in God’s patient people […] in parents who raise their children with love, in workers, in the sick , in the elderly consecrated women who continue to smile» (Holy Father Francis, Rejoice and rejoice, n.7).

The analysis of perennial dissatisfaction, from the literary perspective of “Madame Bovary” to manifestations in the era of social networks, reveals a constant challenge of the human condition: the search for satisfaction amidst often unrealistic expectations. The sanctity of the front door emerges as a powerful response to this dilemma, offering a path to a genuine appreciation of life in its simplest and most authentic forms.

I conclude with an appeal to my confreres priests and the ecclesiastics auctority of the Christ’s Church, so that many young people do not suffer the same tragic fate as Emma Bovary: let’s wake up to this situation!

Jundiaì, 2 January 2025

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