Monthly Archives: June 2012

The Ingrate

“Imagine how you would feel if you gave someone a present, with no obligation to do so, and he complained that you did not give him double the amount.  Wouldn’t you regret having given him anything?  Failure to appreciate what … Continue reading

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Difficulties in Life

The difficulties of life are intended to make us better, not bitter.  ~Author Unknown

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Was it You or Hashem?

“At times of success, a person’s basic test in life is whether he will haughtily attribute that success to his own efforts and abilities, or whether he will attribute it to Hashem.  Times of failure are likewise:  Will he blame … Continue reading

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Another Reason Not To Speak Loshon Hora

The Chofetz Chaim teaches us that when a person speaks loshon hora, he is wasting one of the most precious commodities this world has to offer — time.

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G-d’s Involvement in This World

“You can read about G-d’s involvement in this world in a book of philosophy. Or you can see it in real life in your business.  Look carefully, objectively, and you will realize that for you to make a living there … Continue reading

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Each Journey

“In each journey of your life you must be where you are. You may only be passing through on your way to somewhere else seemingly more important — nevertheless, there is purpose in where you are right now.” ~ Bringing … Continue reading

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Insults

“When someone insults you, even for no good reason, do not automatically disregard what he says.  Rather, check yourself to see if there is any aspect of truth to what he said, regardless of his intention, and try to learn … Continue reading

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Guard Your Tongue

“One who guards his mouth and tongue, guards his soul from troubles” ~ Mishlei 21:23

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Everything Comes From Hashem

“The one who has faith and trust in Hashem is the one who knows wholeheartedly that everything is conducted by Hashem’s hand and, consequently, everything is for his very best at every moment.  He knows that he is in the … Continue reading

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The Paradox

The following quote teaches an incredible lesson.  Make sure to take it all in. “When a man has to rise from one [spiritual] level to the next, prior to his ascent, he must first undergo a descent.  The paradox is … Continue reading

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