Spiritual Tools for an Outrageous World

The cosmic reverberations of Love and the central role love plays in the purification our souls experience on Yom Kippur Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

These ten days are so awesome they are literally beyond time and space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you understand that the One who is judging us is the One who loves us the most... everything changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lots of teachings and stories to get us ready for the big days ahead! Have a great week! David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elul is intimacy. I am my beloved's and my beloved's is mine. Then all of the sudden the One we are closest to becomes the King and decrees judgements on our lives. How am I to make sense of how my relationship with the Divine suddenly changes? In this talk, we try to make sense of this most essential time in our lives. Have a Great Week! David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does the Heart control the Mind, or does the Mind control the Heart?? How does it all work? In this week's talk, we learn the fascinating dynamic that's exists between these two essential aspects of ourselves, and practical tools on how we can get them to work together! Have a Great Week, David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here is the Adam and Eve story in 7 minutes and how it affects us today! Lots of people talk about the Tree of Knowledge, but what about The Tree of Life? What was that all about? And how can we still eat from it today? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the greatest distance in the world? Is it between the mind and the heart. Or the body and the soul? Or maybe it's between this world and the next? All of them are interconnected. And the secret to bridging the gaps between all of them is an open heart. In this week's talk we discuss strategies for opening our hearts. Have a Great Week,David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is Holy Embarrassment? And how is it the secret to achieving balance with the Divine? And getting all of your sins forgiven? Listen to this week's talk as we take a deep dive into Moshe's epic question, "What does Hashem want from you?" Have a Great Week, David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's talk we go on a journey from the Garden of Eden to what makes Yom Kippur holy to bringing Mashiach. An amazing look at the giving, receiving and engraving of the Torah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before there was darkness there was light. And that light permeates this world from the bottom to the top. The darkness we see is just an overcoat masking the true reality. The month of Av is the ultimate example of this. Listen and see what is really going on amidst the struggles and take heart in the good news ahead. Have a Great Week,David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Torah predates the world, and yet it's ever fresh. How do you go about balancing the two? In this week's talk, we talk about creating closeness with the Divine, using the lives of Issac, Pinchas, and the sons of Aaron to weave a story that stretches from birth to our journey to the next world and beyond. Lots and lots to think about in this one! That's a promise! Have a Great Week, David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If all of us are holy, then do we decide what the truth is, or is there an ultimate truth that exists whether we acknowledge it, or not? And if there is a bigger truth, how do I communicate it without creating arguments? We discuss these topics in this week's talk, and more. Have a great week! David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When and how did death enter into the world? And what does the spiritual purification from death teach us about who we are, and what lays beyond? Lots of cool stuff in this week's talk. Have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How long is life? One moment, after one moment at a time. Each moment has never been, and will never be again. In this week's talk, we talk about who Balaam could have been, and what we can do stay new always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether we fully grasp it or not, our most important relationship in life is with God. But can you have a meaningful relationship with anyone (much less God) when so many trust issues exist? In this week's talk, we dig deep to reimagine the flow of time, and how to take the first steps in addressing the emotional wounds we've experienced along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can two opposite things be true at the same time? That's only a problem if you limit yourself to the rules of this dimension. But once we incorporate additional dimensions into our thinking, suddenly equations change. On the one hand, we are 100 percent responsible for our actions and the world we live in. And yet, everything is in the hands of heaven. How? Listen to this week's talk and find out. Have a Great Week! David Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For most of us, life is a series of goals. Only when we achieve them do we feel like we've justified our existence. But what if we don't? Is our worth really determined by our ability to get that job, or marry that person? In the week's talk, we look at the JOURNEY of life itself as being the true DESTINATION, and how we can reorient ourselves to appreciate that we are far more than the goals we set for ourselves. Take a listen, and have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We count the days UNTIL we receive the Torah, but NOT the day we ACTUALLY receive it. Why, oh, why?? And while we are at it, why do we count the Jewish people but NOT the tribe of Levi? This and deeper explorations of how the Torah guides us through unknowable aspects of life in today's talk. Join us for an invigorating mind/soul stretch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God blesses us with a special power to get through hard times. Learn what it is, and how to access it in this week's talk. Have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People think that belief means "guessing." But belief is so much more than guessing. Reb Shlomo puts it this way: "Belief is knowing -- but on a soul level." That's so deep. In this week's talk, we discuss the differences between faith and trust and what that means for us in our daily lives. Have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever dreamed about a project, but you never saw it come into being? This is the story about I dream I had to do something twenty five years ago that never happened. But then something mysterious and wonderful did. This is the story. There's hope for all of us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If G-d is good, then what is the purpose of suffering? In this talk, we track the journey of the soul from this world to the highest places in heaven. We'll come to learn amazing foundations and tools for helping us through life's greatest challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The perfected version of you already exists. Not only that, but we're taught that we can draw down that light into ourselves during these days. How do we do it? Have a listen. Lots of super cool ideas to think about on this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even Newness has to be Renewed!! Amazing gematrias about creation and how right now is the time to transform our lives and awaken the Infinite Possibilities that we are literally swimming in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We get frustrated because all we see are the pieces. We never seem to see the whole. In this week's talk we talk about how everything comes together in our lives, and in the world at large. Take this healing journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new understanding of the sin of the Golden Calf. Why were we held responsible for the wrongdoing of so small a group? And what does all this have to do with Chicken Soup?! Listen and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God is always here. The greatest proof of that is that WE are here. If God weren't here, we wouldn't be here. This is because God is keeping us alive and the world going every second -- even when we can't see Him or sense His presence. The greatest skill a person can develop is to see God in His hiddeness. In this week's talk, we talk about how to take those first steps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mitzvahs of Purim cleanse the heart. This Will Change Your Purim!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Holy Reb Nachman teaches that we have to be experts in running and experts in returning. This means that we have to know how to stay connected to God during the high times and even more so during the low times. But how? In this week's talk we take an x-ray of the heart and look at ways to do it. Have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone's place in Heaven is custom-made out of THE JOY that you gave God with all the good things that you did in your life time!! WOW!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that you can live your life in such a way that even after you die, the ideals you most cherish have a life-force to them that continues to impact the world? Here is a true life story of a funeral I attended this week and big lesson learned that shows how this all works. Also, how to take a shower in Torah way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our hearts are so deep, that we can never really fully understand who we are -- or what we will do. Both for the good and the bad. How can we make sure that if a test presents itself that we will be up for the challenge? We answer that question and much more in this week's talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The road to success is never a straight line - it takes twists and turns, goes up and down, and keeps us in suspense for a great part of it. In this week's talk, we give pro-tips on how to navigate it like the winner you are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know the conversation between God and Moshe at the Burning Bush, where Moshe gets his instructions to lead the Jews out of Egyptian slavery LASTED SEVEN DAYS?? Seven days where Moshe refused the mission. Why?? What was Moshe trying to accomplish? Did he succeed? And what practical lessons can we learn from this amazing chapter in human history? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You get to choose the world you live in. This is one of the most important truths of being alive -- and yet so few people realize they have this awesome power. In this week's talk, we learn how it all works and how to shape your life into an awesome adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you even know how to forgive yourself? Listen to this talk and take the first step forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're living in a cult of celebrity where people think you need a big following to change the world. But it isn't true. From ancient days until the present everything can turn on one hello. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Holy Friends, everything is a miracle. This is the truth. Everything. Nothing has to be what it is. You are not stuck. Nature? It's all miracles. Every sunrise and sunset. Do you know why you don't see it? Because nature is just a miracle that you're bored with! Listen to this talk and realize that you're never alone, wherever you go, whatever you do. Be the light. Happy Chanukah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chanukah is the FIXING OF THE EYES. It's goes even further than that. The Zohar is teaching us that it's Fixing the eating from the Tree of Knowledge. How? By giving us the deepest sense of clarity. As an extra bonus, this talk also includes the secret to happiness. G-d is good! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darkness is all around us. But behind it and within it is the greatest light. Here are teachings about secrets (and how to become one), Hanukah, and getting across the chasm to the palace. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Igbo people trace their heritage back to the Lost Tribes of Israel. Thanks to Gedaliah Gurfein I had the privilege of speaking with them today. I even learned a little Igbo in preparation. "Afam Bu" means My name is, and "Afloom G'naya" is Igbo for I love you. Thank you Hashem for giving me this chance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why did God make Abraham go through the binding of Isaac if He was just going to call it off in the middle? In this week's talk, we talk about the pros and cons of achieving closure in our lives. And how not seeing a project completed can be the highest and holiest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ARE YOU READYY??? All of life is a combination of Kaleidoscopes and Gyroscopes! If you want to know what that means, and how it touches on the deepest aspect of our existence, namely: "What G-d wants from you THIS second" ... then this talk is for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's the story. Thank G-d I survived it. The soul cleansing power of suffering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lots of people talk about "The ANGRY G-D OF THE OLD TESTAMENT" But why? Let's learn about the flood from the Torah's point of view, and understand why a loving G-d would restart the world and and begin again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back!!! The Torah begins anew and we with it!!! Join us for a new look at creation and our fantastic journey through it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every year the letters of the Torah fly higher and higher as our understanding goes deeper and deeper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The interplay of love, awe and fear and how it flows with the rhythm of the holidays is the subject of this 16 minute talk. Learn what's special about these days of Succos and how we can make the most of them! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living Oneness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.