Monthly Archives: May 2020

The Netziv writes, “If someone will ask you: Which approach of Torah study should I follow, and which mitzvos should I focus on the most? Reply ‘Follow your heart.’ (Koheles 11:9). Wherever your heart pulls you is a sign that … Continue reading →

On Har Sinai, the Jews were able to actually visualize the words of Hashem.  So too, a parent must make sure that his child can observe and truly visualize every word he is taught. Sometimes, action speak louder than words.  … Continue reading →

The most important thing is, don’t give up.  Because even if you are in such a place and you absolutely don’t see God because it is so bad where you are, and so dirty, and you are so far gone, … Continue reading →

With emuna, we save ourselves untold anguish.  We know that Hashem has a reason for everything. Even if something is not to our liking, we can reconcile ourselves to the fact that this is Hashem’s will. As soon as we … Continue reading →

One who really cares is not placated by the fact that he has a good excuse.  If the goal was not achieved, it was not achieved — regardless of the excuse. ~ R’ Tzvi Freeman  

We read in the Torah: “When you go forth to war against your enemies…”  This applies also to the enemy within.  Go forth to battle your evil impulse. ~ Kotzker Rebbe zt”l

It is not sufficient for a person to love the Almighty, rather he needs to strive to behave in a manner that will cause the Almighty to love him.  That is, he must fulfill the Almighty’s commandments and walk in … Continue reading →

When you do acts of kindness for others, you are really being kind to yourself. Other people will return favors and do acts of kindness for you in return. Moreover, the Almighty will reward you for the good that you … Continue reading →

A person who has bitochon will be free from bothersome thoughts.  He will not worry about what will be tomorrow if he has enough for today. He does not cause himself needless pain and discomfort by worrying that perhaps he … Continue reading →

Anyone can give up, it’s the easiest thing in the world to do.  But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that’s true strength.  ~ Meir Kay