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Aug 20, 2026, 8:40 PM

How does Bitachon (Trust in G-d) affect your health, finances, relationships?

So what is the state of mind of having Bitachon (reliance on HaShem)? Why is this important to you? How does it affect your everyday life? Your state of Bitachon is reaching Menuchas Hanefesh (calmness of the soul). In modern Hebrew Bitachon means security. This is...

Aug 18, 2026, 6:17 PM

Do you realize you are much higher than anything in the created world

A Cheshbon HaNefesh (accounting of the soul) is an opportunity to recognize who you are. There are many different ways to perform a Cheshbon HaNefesh: Consider these ways. Bring them to mind. Apply them. They bring you closer to HaShem. These ways will clarify your obligations...

Aug 13, 2026, 8:23 PM

Are you fulfilling all you need to in this world?

Do you make the same Cheshbon Hanefesh (accounting of the soul) as everyone else? No. You are unique! Your Cheshbon HaNefesh will vary according to your level of intelligence, perception and clarity of understanding. Look at yourself. Are you fulfilling your obligations to serve...

Aug 11, 2026, 5:57 PM

How do you do a Cheshbon Hanefesh (Accounting of your Soul)?

What is the definition of Cheshbon HaNefesh? This accounting is a sincere introspection of your religious and worldly concerns. Look at everything you have done in this world. Then ask: “Am I serving HaShem with my actions?” Your Cheshbon HaNefesh provides you with...

Aug 6, 2026, 7:00 PM

Are you on the level of accepting your problems with Joy?

You should accept your troubles willingly and joyfully. Why does HaShem send you problems? HaShem loves you, but these problems come to you as punishments or tests. Either way it is for your benefit. King David says: “All the ways of HaShem are kindness (chesed) and truth (emes) for those who guard...

Aug 4, 2026, 6:04 PM

How do you accept the hardships of life?

If something bad happens to you, either with your money, your health or anything else, you must know this is only for your good. HaShem (G-d) does only good! Accept your situation with joy. Realize He is only doing you good. You should accept this judgment from HaShem with love. Do...

Jul 30, 2026, 6:01 PM

How do you reach your greatest levels?

How do you change your negative personality traits? How does your soul get to Heaven? You do not live only for fulfillment in this world. Your effort and energy should also be for the world to come (Olam Haba). This is the next...

Jul 28, 2026, 6:03 PM

How should you spiritually respond to serious illness?

King Solomon warns: “Stay away from worries. Do not allow them to control your heart.” What do our Rabbis teach about dealing with illness? How should you respond spiritually to illness? Rabbi Yisroel Brog explains: You invite worry into your life. You may be dealing with...

Jul 22, 2026, 10:38 PM

How can you have a strong body, full of muscles, yet still be a nervous wreck?

If you are an ish gibbor (strong person), you do not let worries dominate your heart. You accept everything HaShem does with joy and love. Your positive and joyous attitude allows you to rise above your illness and helps your body heal. Should...

Jul 21, 2026, 6:27 PM

How does a Rabbi overcome Cancer using Emunah?

How does your Spirit (Ruach) affect your health? The spirit of man is enlivened from the Heart (Ruach Ish Mechalkal Mahalev). Proverbs 18: 14 This means your spirit supports your health. But when your spirit is depressed it will reinforce your illness. We all encounter reasons...

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Rabbi Aryeh Lazar's and Rabbi Peretz Davidson's writings explore Torah wisdom promoting emotional well-being, inner calm, and spiritual growth They are the authors of The Jewish Guide to Coping with Anxiety, Volume 1.

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