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Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Loneliness isn’t about being alone.

Loneliness isn’t about being alone.

Loneliness isn’t about being alone. It’s about feeling disconnected. Have you noticed how sometimes you feel hopeful and other times totally lost? Here’s what’s really going on: Your soul is connected to G-d like a branch connected to its tree. 1. When you make choices without kindness, like hurting someone or yourself), it’s like bending […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Sometimes your “nicest” qualities can secretly mess you up

Sometimes your “nicest” qualities can secretly mess you up

Sometimes your “nicest” qualities can secretly mess you up. Here’s a truth no one talks about: Sometimes, trauma makes you feel spiritual. Crazy, right? But think about this: 1. You say “yes” to everyone because you’re “humble” or “kind.” But deep down you’re exhausted, lonely, and feel unseen. 2. You’re always busy “helping” or “being […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Your loneliness isn’t random,

Your loneliness isn’t random,

it’s your body asking you to heal something deep inside. Here’s what Kabbalah teaches: At the beginning, G-d created 10 energies and gave them their light anonymously, so independence would be possible. But the energies became confused, thinking their efforts mattered more then it did. They didn’t realize all their light was from G-d. These […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Feeling disconnected from G-d?

Feeling disconnected from G-d?

Feeling disconnected from G-d because of mistakes you’ve made? That feeling when you mess up and suddenly feel alone… Here’s the unexpected truth: Mistakes aren’t barriers, they’re invitations. Think of your soul like your favorite white shirt. Every mistake leaves a small stain. But stains aren’t permanent. Atonement isn’t about punishment, It’s simply washing those […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Understanding G-d begins by understanding yourself. Sounds weird?

Understanding G-d begins by understanding yourself. Sounds weird?

Understanding G-d begins by understanding yourself. Sounds weird? Here’s what I mean—simplified: Step 1: Awareness Notice Your Inner Roommates. Inside you, there are two voices: 1. The G-dly voice (calm, wise, kind) 2. The animal voice (embarrassed, scared, reactive) “Reactive” may mean your animal voice responds automatically with patterns you’ve learned from past hurts, like: […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Ever felt lonely, even in a crowded room? That feeling often comes from missing a deeper connection.

Ever felt lonely, even in a crowded room? That feeling often comes from missing a deeper connection.

Ever felt lonely, even in a crowded room? That feeling often comes from missing a deeper connection. But here’s a surprising truth: The world around you is literally built from connection. How? The Torah/Bible explains that G-d created the world through speech. But why “speech”? Because words aren’t just sounds—they’re how hidden ideas become real […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Ever feel like G-d’s unconditional love isn’t showing up in your life?

Ever feel like G-d’s unconditional love isn’t showing up in your life?

Those times when things feel dark, lonely, or unclear? Here’s something surprising: G-d’s love isn’t always sunny. It actually comes in two totally different ways: Sun Love: Bright, warm, obvious. It’s when you clearly feel G-d’s care, protection, and support. Like a perfect sunny day. But then there’s: Moon Love: 1. Reflective: helps you understand […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Your trauma is pulling you closer to G-d. Sounds strange?

Your trauma is pulling you closer to G-d. Sounds strange?

Your trauma is pulling you closer to G-d. Sounds strange? Let’s break it down simply: When you face overwhelming stress or loneliness, your brain develops ways to survive. 1. Maybe you fight, get intense or intimidating easily. 2. Maybe you flee difficult conversations, distract yourself, or keep busy to avoid feeling emotions. 3. Maybe you […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Ever wonder why it’s hard to change how you feel or act?

Ever wonder why it’s hard to change how you feel or act?

Ever wonder why it’s hard to change how you feel or act? Because for humans, everything starts in your mind. Your greatest power is your wisdom. Your wisdom shapes your emotions. Your emotions drive your thoughts, words, and actions. So if your mind feels cloudy, your life feels messy. But trauma can distort your wisdom. […]

Author: Binyamin Rutstein

Ever felt frustrated trying to understand G-d?

Ever felt frustrated trying to understand G-d?

Ever felt frustrated trying to understand G-d? Here’s why: Our brains are wired to understand things in human terms—step by step, piece by piece. But G-d isn’t limited like us. Kabbalah explains something incredible: G-d is perfectly united. He isn’t divided into parts like “knowing,” “the knower,” and “what’s known.” He’s all those things at […]

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