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The Shmuz

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Episodes

Cutting Through the Haze of Physicality

Hashem I can’t do this...I need You. It’s at that point when you begin to get it. Watch the full Shmuz here: https://vimeo.com/376691736 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 27, 20222 min

Everything you do matters

Here’s an empowering thought to take you into Shabbos. IyH The Owner’s Guide to the Soul will resume next week. Have a good Shabbos and a gut Chodesh! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 25, 20221 min

The bigger the gift, the smaller I am

The more talented you are, the more humble you should be. Wishing you a wonderful Rosh Chodesh Kislev! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 24, 20221 min

Asking Daas Torah

Married? This is brilliant advice. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 23, 20222 min

Luxuries

Eisav was a lover of luxuries. But what’s that got to do with me? Am I not entitled to spoil myself a little? Uncover fresh insights and groundbreaking ideas against the backdrop of the weekly parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Toldos here: https://vimeo.com/375262685 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation:...

Nov 22, 20222 min

Hashem Wants Your Success

Don’t give up on your dreams. This simple hack will get you focused and ready to succeed This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 21, 202244 sec

The Measure of the Man

If you’re busy comparing your accomplishments to others, you may just be missing out on your mission in this world. Have a wonderful Shabbos! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 18, 20223 min

If Life Was Easy, It Wouldn't Be Your Choice

People always wonder- why does life have to be so hard? Why can’t Hashem just let me learn, daven and get closer to Him, without all these difficult distractions? This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 17, 20222 min

A List of Appreciation

THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH YOU. OR YOUR SPOUSE. OR THE MATCH BETWEEN YOU. It’s normal to feel frustrated with your spouse It’s normal to think your spouse doesn’t get you It’s normal to wonder if you married the right one... *LEARN THE 10 REALLY DUMB MISTAKES THAT SMART COUPLES MAKE AND WATCH THE MAGIC REAPPEAR!* ✨ Available in your local Jewish bookstore or www.TheShmuz.com with free bonuses! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain th...

Nov 16, 20222 min

Self-Centered People Aren't Happy

This common syndrome has the potential to *ruin your life* in this world and the next This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 15, 20222 min

The Jigsaw of Life

Does it seem that most of the world lacks purpose, direction and drive? Why is that? Listen now for Rabbi Shafier’s startling response. Uncover fresh insights and groundbreaking ideas against the backdrop of the weekly parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Chaya Sora here: https://vimeo.com/373772153 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters a...

Nov 14, 20223 min

Love Blinds

Here’s a mindblowing vort to enhance your table this Shabbos. Enjoy! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 11, 20223 min

The Precious Commodity Called Life

Want to know the most empowering thought a person can have? Listen to this. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 10, 20221 min

The Owner's Guide to the Soul: Session 6

This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 10, 202243 min

The Three Rules of Winning a Nisayon

Challenges are a fact of life. Here are the 3 ways to overcome every nisayon Hashem gives you. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 08, 20222 min

Unmet Desires

If you find yourself chronically miserable*, the consumer generation may have something to do with it. Want to learn how to break free? Check out The Pursuit of Happiness: https://theshmuz.com/series/the-pursuit-of-happiness/ *This is not a reference or a solution to mental illness This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a ...

Nov 07, 20221 min

This World is an Illusion

Sometimes our hardest challenges are faced alone. Why is that? Uncover fresh insights and groundbreaking ideas against the backdrop of the weekly parsha. Watch the full Shmuz on Parshas Vayeira here: vimeo.com/372264229 This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Nov 06, 20223 min

Are You Failing At Life?

Do you consider yourself a FAILURE? Maybe you’re just human. And understanding the difference is what will give you a healthy sense of self, or, chas v’shalom, ruin your emotional wellbeing. This clip is taken from Shmuz on the Parsha, Lech Lecha. You can watch or download the full version here: https://theshmuz.com/series/ted-talk-on-the-parsha/ This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of...

Nov 04, 20222 min

The Sugyah- Shiur 1, Chamta Meruba

The Sugyah: An in depth, Inyan shiur via Zoom. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DZnsYs This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 03, 20221 hr

The Owner's Guide to the Soul: Session 5

This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Nov 03, 202243 min

Bio Diversity

There are 5000 types of beetles Ever wonder why that is? If you look at the natural world, say to yourself ‘hey, that’s pretty impressive’ and then stop there- you’ve lost an opportunity for growth. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Nov 03, 202258 sec

Fight About the Little Things

👍 *2 WONDERFUL PEOPLE* ✖ *10 REALLY DUMB MISTAKES* 😢 *1 MISERABLE MARRIAGE* “My husband has no idea how to meet my basic emotional needs.” “My wife is always looking to start a fight.” “I feel like there’s something missing in our marriage.” What if that _ something_ is basic information about what it takes for a marriage to succeed? 📣 *Introducing _The Ten Dumb Mistakes That Very Smart Couples Make_* Rabbi Shafier’s best selling book will give you a deeper understanding of what makes a marri...

Nov 02, 20222 min

Everything You Do Matters

You’re not a physical body having a spiritual experience. You’re a spiritual entity experiencing the physicality of this world. And when you understand that, you view yourself and the world in a totally different way. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Nov 01, 20221 min

Hand Crafted For Growth

Challenges are not just tests to see if we can survive. They’re hand crafted for our growth. Listen now for 51 seconds of pure chizuk This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Oct 31, 202251 sec

Accepting Your Imperfections

Are you the type of person who does a mitzvah…feels good for about second…and then…’yeah but it wasn’t exactly lishmah…you only did it for kavod…it wasn’t really done with kavannah’ If this sounds familiar, you need to listen to this! This clip is taken from The Shmuz on the Parsha, Parshas Lech Lecha: Watch the full Shmuz here: https://theshmuz.com/series/ted-talk-on-the-parsha/ Starting tonight! The Sugyah- an in depth learning program for guys who want to make serious progress in their learni...

Oct 30, 20222 min

Up to Hashem

I'd love to be able to thank Hashem- just one small problem. Hashem never listens to me! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Oct 28, 202250 sec

If someone was unable to daven RH/YK do they lose out?

I didn’t daven on Rosh HaShanah. I didn’t say a single al cheit on Yom Kippur. I spent the entire Tishrei looking after other people” Is your year ruined? Listen now for Rabbi Shafier’s response! This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate...

Oct 27, 20221 min

The Owner's Guide to the Soul

As an honored member of Klal Yisroel you don’t need to spend time groping in the darkness trying to figure out who you are. Baruch Hashem, we have an array of mind-blowing sefarim that give us the answers to life's most challenging questions. And that’s what this new weekly shiur is focused on. It’s a compilation of the Derech Hashem and the Mesilas Yesharim, along with other seforim that will get you in a good head space for Yomim Noraim and may also just change your life.Just imagine with me f...

Oct 27, 202250 min

What's Hashems IQ?

Reality check. How much do you really understand? (Ok, so I don’t know a lot of things. So what?) Because it’s only through humility that you have any chance of growth. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Oct 26, 20222 min

Changing Worlds

We just had a month of kedusha. Do you know what you did? What you achieved in the Upper Worlds? Do you realize how great you are? This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

Oct 25, 20221 min
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