Understanding Scrupulosity: Questions, Helps, and Encouragement - Thomas M.Santa, C.SS.R. - książka wyd. 2007

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“Understanding Scrupulosity: Questions, Helps, and Encouragement” by Thomas M. Santa, C.

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R. is a pastoral and practical guide for people struggling with scrupulosity, a condition in which excessive concern about sin, guilt, moral responsibility, and punishment can turn religious faith into a source of persistent anxiety and fear. The book was published by Liguori Publications and draws on decades of questions and answers from the Scrupulous Anonymous newsletter. The author addresses common concerns involving sin, confession, forgiveness, prayer, self-worth, intrusive thoughts, dreams, fantasies, sexuality, perfectionism, and uncertainty about whether a person has acted morally. Written from a Catholic pastoral perspective, the book combines spiritual guidance with an understanding of the anxiety and obsessive-compulsive patterns that can accompany scrupulosity, helping readers distinguish genuine moral responsibility from excessive fear and doubt. Rather than presenting faith as a constant source of judgment and apprehension, Thomas M. Santa encourages readers to develop greater trust in God’s mercy, achieve peace of mind, and approach religious practice in a healthier and more balanced way. The book is intended not only for individuals experiencing scrupulosity but also for priests, pastoral ministers, counselors, therapists, and others who support them.