Discover your next self
(Seriously!) Here’s the super-simple breakdown from yesterdays Tanya: There are many spiritual “worlds” (emotional states): Angels have theirs. Holy people have theirs. You have yours—right here, right now, in your body. When you do a mitzvah (good deed), the feelings you put into it—your joy, passion, and intention—literally shape its spiritual power. More heart = […]
(Yes, really!) Here’s the deal, simplified: • Angels = autoplay They feel spiritual emotions like awe and love automatically. It’s beautiful—but they never choose it. They can’t make it stronger. • Humans = volume control YOU choose to feel awe, love, and connection to The Creator. You can turn it up louder, strengthen it, or […]
You’re doing it without realizing! Sounds weird, right? But it’s actually pretty common—and sneaky! Here’s what’s happening: Arrogance = Self-Worship? When you’re arrogant, you’re secretly telling yourself, “Hey, I’m better than everyone else. I deserve extra attention, respect, and praise.” The Reality Check: Without even noticing, you’re putting yourself on a pedestal—higher than even G-d. You’re […]
What if the most powerful connection you could have—with the Source of all life—required no intermediaries, no images, no statues? Judaism emphasizes exactly this truth: Hashem (g-d) never took on a physical form. Why? Because reducing infinite divinity into a limited, physical shape would strip away authenticity. At Mount Sinai, The Creator didn’t just speak—He […]
you’re doing spirituality all wrong. Ever feel like you’re your own harshest critic? Like you’re never doing enough or being enough? Let’s flip that around for good. (Stick with me, it’ll change your day) Lessons from Rabbi YY Jacobson Passover class. Here’s a secret the mystics knew: Real spirituality doesn’t mean being perfect, it means […]
“who takes-pleasure-in (chooses) songs of praise” Here’s the quick, simple truth: When you sing praises, it’s like sending The Creator a heartfelt text that says, “Hey, I really wanna connect with you.” It’s honest. It’s real. Your songs show the deep part of you—the part that’s truly happy and excited to be close to Him. […]
Yeah—sounds wild, but hear me out: Infinite G-d, Tiny Space? King Solomon said even the heavens aren’t big enough for The Creator. But the Beis HaMikdash (Jerusalem Holy Temple) was different. Why? Intellect is the Gateway Knowledge isn’t just facts—it’s your bridge to something huge. Wisdom and understanding open your heart, preparing you to experience […]
or expressing appreciation. They can help change how we feel about things. Think about the Bangkok earthquake. At first, you feel fear—that’s normal. But here’s what Judaism teaches us: When we feel scared, we can say a blessing to remember The Creator’s power: “Blessed are You, The Creators, whose strength fills the world.” Here’s what’s […]
to have a relationship with The Creator? Like someone else has it better or figured it out more than you? Here’s something important you might not know: Your relationship with The Creator is personal. • He doesn’t compare you to others. (That’s just something we humans do.) • The Creator sees you exactly as you […]