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Resume Virtues vs. Eulogy Virtues

Resume Virtues vs. Eulogy Virtues

Are you chasing success or building a legacy of love? Consider the virtues that last.

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Nov 17, 2024
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In a 2014 conference, New York Times writer David Brooks delivered a talk titled “How to Be Religious in the Public Square.” He explained that we live in an achievement-driven culture, where success is our main pursuit. Brooks identified two types of virtues we live by:

  • Resume virtues: Qualities that help us succeed in our work.

  • Eulogy virtues: Traits we …

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