In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #47 and 48, we focus on the need for constant reminders regarding the vanity of this world and the true meaning of life as well as bask in the warm glow of Rebbe Nachman's teaching about renewal and the need to stay away from "old-age", rather starting fresh - even multiple times a day! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mit...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 36
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #46 and 47, we learn two incredibly fundamental teaching from the tzaddik regarding the power of our thinking and how spending time each day attempting to gain clarity into the big questions of existence can immeasurably enrich our lives and help us grow closer to Hashem. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE A...
Dec 27, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 35
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #44 and 45, we explore the significance of the pesukim associated with our names to say at the end of davening and the unique personality of Reb Shimon, the Rebbe's gabbai in this world - and the next! We also learn teachings from the Baal HaTanya and the Berditchover Rav on the way in which broken heartedness leads to great joy! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please c...
Dec 20, 2021•58 min•Ep. 34
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #43 , we discover why a person who is in a state of depression "forgets his name", the awesome power of a smile, and different approaches to inspire joy within our hearts even in the darkest of times. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 33
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #41 and 42, we delve deeply into the distinction between "Atzvus" and "Shivron Lev", depression and broken heartedness, catching a glimpse of Rebbe Nachman's image of the ideal oveid Hashem and how we can tap into the Baal HaTanya's "aval m'kol makom", shifting into a heart-centered mindset of a realism founded upon hope, confidence, and joy. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still availa...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 32
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #39 and 40 we study two foundational teachings from the tzaddik. The first relates to the Breslover ideal of developing a feeling heart, a heart that is impacted by the pain of other individuals and the suffering of the entire world. The second is a glorious exposition on the inner meaning of the Chanukah and the dreidel, presenting a deep argument for simple faith and radical optimism - the essence of redemption. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to sha...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 31
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #38 we explore the reason for why people speak against tzaddikim and the importance of simplicity - understanding that there is much we have yet to learn. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 30
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #38 we explore the reason for why people speak against tzaddikim and the importance of simplicity - understanding that there is much we have yet to learn. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 29
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #32 we delve into the inner-workings of how embarrassment and a broken heart can help a person return to a life of emunah and awareness of our essential mission on this planet. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/
Oct 25, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 28
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #32 we learn about the way in which simple faith can lift a Jew to a place beyond intellect, the level of Ratzon - unbearable yearning and desire for closeness to Hashem. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/
Oct 05, 2021•57 min•Ep. 27
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #31 and 32 we learn about the importance of davening vasikin (hashkama) and further explore the distinction between philosophical and faith-oriented approaches to our relationship with Hashem and the Torah, discovering an eye-opening teaching from Reb Nosson on how much (or how little) we actually know and the way in which faith plays a much larger role in our lives that we ordinarily think... We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and fr...
Sep 01, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 26
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #30, we explore a unique teaching from the tzaddik on the proper approach to Nekiyus HaGuf that stresses the importance of keeping our eye on the big picture in avodas Hashem and recognizing (and embracing!) our human limitations. We also discover Rebbe Nachman's opinion on smoking and surmise what he would feel about the use of mood/mind-altering or spiritually enhancive substances as a tool in avodas Hashem. [Trigger warning: unpopular opinion up ahead.] We hope y...
Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 25
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #29, we explore the Kabbalistic depth of why it is so important for a Jew to study halacha every single day. With great clarity and siyata d'Shmaya, we discuss a few interconnected perspectives into the manner in which the process of studying halacha undoes the confusion brought about by sin and realigns us with the deepest essence of our Jewish identity. This shiur sheds greater light on the foundational concepts presented in "The Story of Our Lives" based on Rebbe...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 24
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #28 we discuss the Breslover ideal to explore every area of Torah study. We learn from the Peleh Yoetz regarding how one can "vacation" in the various areas of Torah, Reb Nosson regarding the importance of every holy sefer - irrespective of its subject, and explore a fascinating teaching from the Shelah HaKadosh presenting a novel way for anyone to connect to Kol haTorah Kulah. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorsh...
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 23
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #26 and 27, we explore the essence of limmud haTorah and the importance of finding our personal portion in Torah study and reserving the primary part of our learning time for this portion. We also talk about proceeding slowly in our avodas Hashem, step by step, and not becoming bewildered by taking on too much at once. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us f...
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 22
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #25 and 26, we delve into the remarkable wonder of memory as well as the importance of consciously using our capacity of forgetfulness to let go of the negativity of the past and move into a brighter future with a freeing sense of renewal. Look out for a wonderful teaching from Reb Nosson on the way we conclude and commence the Torah on Simchas Torah and its relationship with the rectification process that begins on Rosh HaShana! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please...
Jul 21, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 21
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #23b and 24, we explore the "food" and "drink" of the Jewish soul, discussing the incredible intention with which tzaddikim imbue every aspect of their lives - even the most mundane pursuits, elevating them to the level of avodas Hashem. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends!
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 20
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #22 and 23, we delve deeply into the manner in which one can benefit in this world and the next from a connection to tzaddikim - sharing in their merit even one lacks any merit of his own. We discuss an incredibly deep teaching from the Baal HaTanya regarding why it is that the mitzvos are considered "garments" and learn about one shul in Yerushalayim you wouldn't want to visit! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsors...
Jun 29, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 19
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #21 and 22, we continue our deep dive into Rebbe Nachman's guidelines for Rosh HaShana, exploring the importance of crying (or "pretending" to cry) on this elevated day of essentiality and unbearable yearning for our Beloved. We also learn about the importance of connecting to the tzaddikei emes and how their Torah prepares us for the coming of Moshiach as that process continually unfolds. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friend...
Jun 22, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 18
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #21, we delve deeply into the meaning of Rosh Hashanah and explore Rebbe Nachman's guidelines for making the absolute most of this glorious chag - enabling us to be written in the book of true life and dance our way back into the arms of Hashem as we re-embrace our essence amidst infinite joy and confidence! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more inf...
Jun 15, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 17
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #19 and #20, we continue exploring the great importance of Torah study, and learn about the importance of yishuv hadaas in the context of joy, clear/logical/objective thinking, and how to attain utter - drama-free - redemption in areas of moral purity. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHA...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 16
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #18 and #19, we discuss the great gift of the printing press and the manner in which our homes are filled with the tzaddikim of all previous generations in the form of their seforim - seforim it is our greatest pleasure and obligation to learn. We explore the tremendous power of accepting upon ourselves a daily commitment in Torah study and how consistency in this endeavor can enable a Jew to escape even the most dire spiritual circumstances. We hope you enjoy this ...
Jun 01, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 15
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #16 and 17, we learn about the ideal vision of a Jew in Breslov hashkafa - head in clouds, with feet firmly on the ground - and the manner in which we are able to connect to Hashem in an intimate way even when surrounded by the noise of this-worldliness. We also discuss the sweetness of Torah study and its ability to prevent loneliness as well as bring about wonderous salvation in our lives. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and frie...
May 25, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 14
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #15 we learn about what it means to be a B'heima D'Kedusha, a "holy animal", in our avodas Hashem, exploring the concept of simplicity in great depth. As part of this discussion, we discover the foundational prerequisite to receiving the Torah. We also study teachings from the Kedushas Levi and Reb Nosson of Nemirov, who reveals why our avos were all shepherds. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this seri...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 13
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #11, #12, and #13, we discuss the preciousness of holy desire in and of itself and the manner in which the ups and downs of an authentic relationship with Hashem are considered like karbanos. We learn about the choice we have to experience darkness as "folly" or "prophecy" and what it means for "precious words to emerge from confusion". Finally, we talk about the deep internal distinction between a Jew and the rest of existence as well as Eretz Yisrael and the rest ...
Apr 27, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 12
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #11, we discuss the awesome gift of being a Jew, the way in which every situation in life can become a vehicle for bringing Kavod to Hashem, and the manner in which no drop of effort to grow closer to Hashem is ever lost! We learn a beautiful teaching from the Mei HaShiloach as well as Reb Nosson's deep and wondrous understanding of the message hidden in the mitzvah Sefiras HaOmer. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Spons...
Apr 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 11
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #8, 9, and 10, we discuss the tremendous power of thought and offer a suggestion as to why the Baal Shem Tov taught that one mustn't gift his friend with a knife. We then delve deeply into the concept of "Jewish guilt" or regret and use other sources in Rebbe Nachman's writings as well as two foundational teachings from the Baal HaTanya to explore the nature of the yetzer hara and a powerful strategy to overcome his foreign seductions. We hope you enjoy this shiur! ...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 10
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #7, we delve into an extremely deep and relevant concept - the disregarding of Hashem's expressed Will for us to remain at a distance by intuiting His deeper Will which is for us to draw close nonetheless. We learn a remarkable teaching from Reb Tzadok HaKohen regarding the Maapilim and the inner meaning of Chazal's teaching that before Moshiach arrives, there will be much chutzpah. Finally, Reb Nosson teaches us how all of this is embedded into the essence of the P...
Feb 24, 2021•59 min•Ep. 9
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #5 (continuation)and #6 , we begin by concluding our study of Sichah #5 , discussing the concepts of "Yeish Mei'Ayin" and the source of holy and unholy innovations. The rest of the shiur is devoted to an in-depth exploration of Rebbe Nachman's classic lesson about the yetzer hara's delusions as well as the tzaddik's lesser-known tale of "The Pump". We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still ...
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 8
In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #5 (continuation) we continue our exploration of the three levels of Yisras Shomayim, exploring the Baal HaTanya's exceedingly deep definition of "Yiras HaRomemus" as well as identifying fine distinctions between the definitions of the three levels found in the teachings of the Ramchal, Kedushas Levi, Baal HaTanya, and Bas Ayin. Finally, we discuss why, unlike many of the other tzaddikim, Rebbe Nachman spoke highly about Yiras Ha'Oneish and learn a remarkable teachi...
Feb 09, 2021•59 min•Ep. 7
