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The Parsha Messages podcast focuses on finding intuitive ways to create a closer connection to G-D.
Please reach out with any questions or feedback at
yochanandavid123@gmail.com
A project of denverkollel.org
Be Approachable
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Reasons why being patient is worth your while and tips for developing it.
-Article on boredom From Rabbi Yaakov Barr MSc as featured in Mispacha Magazine Issue#1110 Titled: Don't Dodge Boredom ,It Unlocks the Brain
25:03
I Am In G-D's Hands
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Life can send us to many unwanted places. Feeling like we have nowhere to turn we start to despair. It is then that we have to remember that we are always in G-D'S hands. Even in this dark place He can be found.
03:45
Self Awareness
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The Parsha addresses the issue of theft, stating that a thief must confess and repay the victim the principal amount plus a penalty. When the Torah directs the thief to confess, it states, “he shall confess the sin he did.” The phrase “that he did” seems to be extra, and needs to be understood.
The Beis Yaakov of Alexander explains that the phrase “that he did” emphasizes that the thief must not only confess to the act of stealing but also address the underlying jealousy that prompted the theft. The additional wording highlights the unchecked urge of jealousy as the true motivator for the act of stealing, and thus, an additional confession is necessary.
We can understand this better by using an analogy of visiting a doctor. When you visit a doctor you don't merely want a prescription for your symptoms; we expect the doctor to identify and address the root cause of our ailment. Similarly, the thief should not only confess to the act of stealing but also confront the underlying issue, which in this case is jealousy.
Consider a scenario where you feel slighted by a coworker at work, leaving you hurt without an opportunity to resolve it. Returning home, you might find your child making a mess, and in a moment of frustration, you react disproportionately. Upon regaining your composure, it’s obvious that you need to mend the hurt caused by your outburst, but we are now learning that you also need to recognize that your anger stemmed from the unresolved hurt from work.
The next time we face a challenge, rather than merely extinguishing the flames of our mistakes, let us strive to identify their origins and address them at the source.
05:43
It's Never Too Late
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Message for Parshas Naso
Idea from Rav Elya Lopian ZT''L
04:05
How to be a Conformist and an Individualist at the Same Time
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Idea for Parshas Naso
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Empathy - The Path to Torah
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By putting ourselves in other's shoes, we become more equipped for in depth torah study. Idea from Rav Mattisyahu Salamon ztl & Ruach Chaim on Pirkei Avos
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I'm So Grateful
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Idea based on Ksav Sofer on Parshas Bamidbar
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Restrictions Apply
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Restrictions don't just have to be stifling they can also be dignifying.
Most of us associate prohibitions as something which deprives us of a life of freedom. Like, why cant I just do what i want?!
If you were to observe the lifestyle of King Charles , it will appear to you as if the king has no freedom. He cant bring muddy boots into the palace, He always has to dress perfectly. Such a lifestyle seems unbreathable.
But you know that the King's life is far from a stifling life, so how do you make sense of your observation?
The answer is, royalty demands higher standards. When the Royal Family avoids junk foods its not because they're depriving themselves , its because they appreciate living a more aristocratic life
Same with our spirituality, we are choosing to live a regal life by staying away from spiritually harmful behaviors. We are a higher class and appreciate finer things. We realize who we are.
With this perspective in mind, the next time we encounter a prohibition in our life ,instead of focusing on how annoying it is that I can't engage in the behavior we can instead see it as an opportunity to recognize my inner royalty.
Idea based on Ohr HaChaim on Parshas Emor
04:38
G-D Looks at The Whole Picture
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There are 2 prohibitions in the Torah that both talk about making changes to the body yet are written differently.
When the Torah prohibits cutting your body in agony over the loss of a relative it says "you shall not make a cut in your "flesh""(Leviticus 19-28)
In the same verse when it prohibits tattooing oneself it says "a tattoo you shall not place on yourselves"" .It does not say on your "flesh"
Why the different wording ?
The Ohr HaChaim explains, the Creator in his great compassion takes into account the mourner's distress and lessens the spiritual damage that this sin causes. The word "flesh" implies the effect of the sin is only external.
Whereas by tattoo a person usually not under distress so the Torah says ,don't cause damage to "yourselves". By doing the sin with full composure one's sin is causing damage to "yourselves" - your inner essence.
2 things that I took out of this Ohr HaChaim:
#1: We see that if the Creator takes into account our pain and distress and lessens the spiritual damage that it causes , then surely if we don't give into the urge and pass the test or we do Mitzvos even when we are in distress than surely we get tremendous reward. As our Sages tell us "depending on the pain/effort that's how much reward". And "One act in pain is better than 100 acts without".
#2: If the Creator takes into consideration our full picture ,then we should do that for our friends. When our friend wrongs us instead of writing him off as an evil, insensitive person, we could look at his full picture and realize he might be going through something difficult right now.
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Reflect on Past Successes
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We are told that it's unhelpful to harp on our past. Reminding ourselves of our mistakes isn't conducive for growth.
On the other hand reminding ourselves of our past successes can give us strength to take on new challenges.
As we see in the Torah the Creator tells the Jewish people that "you" can take on a life of morality and holiness because in the past "you" lived holy and pure lives. The Creator was reminding them of their past success of a time while they were in Egypt and the jews on their own decided to lead holy and moral lives.
The Creator was telling them "I know living a clean life is an almost an impossible goal ,at the same time you have this very special strength which you attained while pursuing holiness in Egypt ". Basically, you have it in you!
03:13
Take the Next Step
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When faced with a big challenge we are only expected to confront the obstacle that's right in front of us. Put your next foot forward.
One day we decide we no longer want to speak gossip. Inspired to become a person who only speaks positively about others, we promise to never speak negatively again.
Not realizing how ingrained the habit of gossip is within us ,we start slipping up. Feeling like a failure we give up and just go back to our old ways.
Well, what if the secret to becoming more spiritual is taking small steps and not big ones?
04:08
How Your Weakness is Meaningful to G-D
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There's a silver lining in your weakness.
It's embarrassing when you're less than average in your self-control. No matter how hard you try you keep on losing to your urges. You look around and it seems as if your friends don't share the same impulses as you. You start feeling ashamed for who you are and see no good in your "weak" nature.
Well, what if this nature of yours is precisely the thing that is bringing you closer to G-D.
Moses wasn't able to donate to the tabernacle because he had no issue departing from his money, so it wouldn't be meaningful to G-D. It was only the regular Jew who struggled to give from his money that the Creator saw his sacrifice and cherished the donation.
So, in our lives when we notice that we're weaker than the rest and we struggle mightily to pass our tests, the Creator is noticing our efforts. It's more meaningful to Him.
The person to whom it comes easy to isn't sacrificing anything to pass this test, so he isn't showing as much dedication as the to one who it comes hard to
Idea from Shem M'Shmuel
04:06
Is Imagination Helpful or Harmful?
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If we harness our imagination properly we can become spiritualty elevated.
Idea from The Piaseczna Z''ya & the Sefer Hachinuch on Parshas Metzora
06:13
Passover-2 reasons to share YOUR ideas at the seder this year
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Reason #1: When we share ideas of faith, it deepens our own faith.
Idea from The Lechovitcher Zy"a.
Reason #2: We each have our own perception of things and our point of view can be inspiring to others.
Idea from Beis Avrohom of Slomin Zy"a.
04:19
Passover- Get Back Up Again
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We are never too far to reconnect with God.
Idea from Beis Avrohom Of Slomin Zy"a.
02:47
There's No Dopamine There!
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Major value in the simple and small actions
Idea from Rav Dessler
For Parshas Shemos
02:23
Shabbos & Co-regulation
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your inner rhythm effects your surroundings
https://www.traumatherapistinstitute.com/blog/Co-Regulation-of-the-Autonomic-Nervous-System
Idea from the Imrei Emes
For Parshas Mishpatim
03:52
Words Create Experiences
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Our words have the power to uplift. Use your words to paint a picture of the beauty you see in your friend, and change the way they experience themselves for the better.
Idea from Ohr Hachaim and Imrei Emes
02:00
Unintentionally wearing Shatnez # 5
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wearing shatnez unintentionally. Can I try something on that might have shatnez.”
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Checking for Shatnez: Rabbi Yosef Melamed # 4
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When is it necessary to check for Shatnez?
Can I wear my suit before it’s been checked?
08:01
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