Unlock the secret to true happiness and trust in our latest episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast. Join us as we journey through the Gate of Happiness from Orchos Tzaddikim. Discover how to place your trust not in the hands of those around you, but in the Divine. Using a compelling parable of blind men led by a sighted guide, we explore the profound concept of divine guidance and interconnectedness. Learn why our achievements are not just personal victories but gifts from a higher power.

This episode challenges us to reflect on our daily lives, from our careers to leadership roles, with a sense of humility and gratitude. Prepare to rethink your perspective on success, as we discuss the importance of acknowledging the Almighty's role in every step we take. Embrace the notion that no matter your position or power, it's crucial to remain grounded in the understanding that all strength and support come from above. Join us on this enlightening journey to internalize the true essence of faith and happiness.

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This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.
Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.
We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)

Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on September 3, 2024.
Released as Podcast on January 12, 2025
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What happens when you stop viewing your job as your sole provider and start seeing it as a channel for divine blessing? We invite you to rethink your approach to career and spirituality through the teachings of the Orchah Tzaddikim's "Ways of the Righteous." With a focus on the Gate of Happiness, we're encouraged to find equilibrium between our spiritual endeavors and worldly responsibilities. We emphasize that while we wield the tools of our trade, it is ultimately Hashem who empowers our success, urging us to trust in this divine partnership.

Join us on day 59 of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast as we explore the delicate dance between work and faith. Dive into a heartfelt discussion about the importance of maintaining balance in our lives without neglecting either our material or spiritual duties. The episode offers profound insights into how our roles and careers function as tools for Hashem's blessings, challenging us to trust in the many paths through which these blessings may flow. These reflections will inspire you to appreciate the unseen force guiding every facet of your life, ensuring that both your heart and hands are aligned in service and purpose.

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This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.
Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.
We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)

Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on August 8, 2024.
Released as Podcast on January 9, 2025
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DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!
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SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:
NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodes
Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes
For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com
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EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org
Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!
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Transform the way you perceive others with engaging insights from Parshas Vayeishev with a teaching from Rabbi Avrohom Halperin. Discover the profound lesson from Yosef's story, where his brothers' inability to see his greatness stemmed from keeping him at a distance. With wisdom from the Chofetz Chaim, we explore the importance of resisting negative perceptions and embracing a mindset that treats everyone like beloved family. This episode promises to enlighten you on viewing others with compassion and understanding, fostering deeper connections and love in your life.

Join us as we dive into the art of creating closeness through genuine understanding. Reflect on the missed opportunities from making judgments before truly knowing someone. By investing in personal interactions and inviting others into our lives, we can uncover their unique qualities and build meaningful relationships. Our conversation is a heartfelt call to action: judge people favorably, and strive for a world where no one feels distant from each other or their spiritual ties. Listen and be inspired to cultivate a more empathetic and connected community.

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Recorded in TORCH Meyerland - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on December 31, 2024.
Released as Podcast on January 5, 2025.
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DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!
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SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:
NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodes
Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes
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In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the power of the month of Teves and how to maximize the days of this month to the fullest.

This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #143) is dedicated my dearest friends, Peter Botvin and his incredible wife, Becky! May Hashem bless you and your beautiful family with good health, success and true Yiddish Nachas!!!

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishinspiration
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaism
• Parsha Review Podcast - https://linktr.ee/parshareview
• Living Jewishly Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishly
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast - https://linktr.ee/talmudist

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

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Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on January 12, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on January 12, 2023

In preparation for the upcoming festival of Chanukah, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of light. Each of us shared an idea about Chanukah and how to make the most of these days. If you want to experience a convivial, collegial, conversation about Chanukah with the Podcasters of TORCH, now is your chance.

Featured in this episode: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim Bucsko and TORCH President, Dan Kullman.

This Jewish Inspiration Podcast (Ep. #135) is dedicated in honor of our dear friends and neighbors, Barry & Monica Finberg, who have been such incredibly dedicated friends of TORCH for many years! May Hashem continue to bless you with great health and success in all your endeavors.

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishinspiration
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaism
• Parsha Review Podcast - https://linktr.ee/parshareview
• Living Jewishly Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishly
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast - https://linktr.ee/talmudist

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this episode or any other topic to awolbe@torchweb.org.

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Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 8, 2022, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 12, 2022

Have you ever considered the profound essence of the Chanukah celebration? In this enlightening episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, we will take you on a journey exploring the depth and beauty of this festive period. We share the extraordinary significance of the demand for pure oil during Chanukah, connecting it to the miracle of the oil that miraculously lasted for eight days. We also share an inspiring story about a student who discovered the power of gratitude in finding true fulfillment in life. As we celebrate this holiday, we encourage you to appreciate the ordinary miracles surrounding you, and we challenge you to live, truly live, rather than just exist.

Furthermore, we delve into the critical role we have as the chosen people to shine our light, to spread positivity in our world. Chanukah isn't just about recalling miracles, but recognizing our sacred duty to illuminate the world with our actions. Echoing the significance of quality over quantity in our actions and prayers, we draw an analogy with the pure and pristine oil used in the menorah. As we conclude our exploration of the true essence of Chanukah, we leave you with a blessing for a splendid holiday filled with internal and external light. This Chanukah, may we all let our light shine intensely, spreading joy and positivity, not just for ourselves, but for the entire world.

This episode (#256) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Eric Blacher and our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
• Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
• Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
• Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate.
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Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 12, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 14, 2023

Listen in as we unravel the beautiful traditions of Chanukah and their significance in our bond with Hashem. Our conversation starts with the two main blessings of Chanukah, "Lahadlik Ner Shel Chanukah" and "She'asa Nisim La'avosaynu", highlighting their meaning and importance. As we light the menorah, we reflect on our commitment to God's commandments, and the recognition of the miracles He performs in our lives daily. We further discuss the miracle of fire, encouraging our listeners to contemplate their blessings and express their gratitude to Hashem.

In the second part of our discussion, we examine the role of gratitude in our daily prayers, especially during Chanukah. Discover how expressing gratitude for the blessings and miracles in our lives can lead to a profound sense of happiness. We underline the significance of appreciating every aspect of our lives and the power of expressing gratitude in attracting more blessings. As we conclude, we leave our listeners with a blessing for happiness and gratitude, reminding everyone that the more we are grateful, the more blessings we will receive.

This episode (#254) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Eric Blacher and our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
• Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
• Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
• Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate.
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For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com

Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on December 5, 2023, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on December 8, 2023

Prepare to unravel the captivating story of Joseph in Parasha Vayeshev. Discover profound lessons on leadership, resisting temptation, and being misunderstood - all embodied in the life of Joseph. We'll also journey into Joseph's dreams, casting light on their positive interpretations as divinely guided prophecies. We touch upon the sensitive subject of favoritism in families, demonstrating how each child, just like Joseph, can be a 'favorite' in their unique way. If you've ever been caught in the throes of jealousy or are intrigued by the dynamics of sibling rivalry, this episode is sure to offer you valuable insights.

As we navigate these uncertain times, we feel compelled to address faith - especially in the context of the global pandemic. We will explore how faith in God and confidence in modern medicine, like the COVID-19 vaccine, are not mutually exclusive but can coexist harmoniously. Health and healing come from Hashem, but it's crucial to acknowledge and appreciate the human endeavors aimed at combating the virus. As we wrap up this rich and thought-provoking conversation, we extend a warm Chanukah greeting to all our listeners. Get ready for an episode packed with inspiring takeaways!

This episode (#38) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe is dedicated in Honor of Dr. Harvey Rosenstock

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To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol

• Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodes
• Parsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodes
• Living Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodes
• Thinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodes
• Unboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodes
• Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes

Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to awolbe@torchweb.org

Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate.
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For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com

Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio C to a live audience on December 10, 2020, in Houston, Texas.
Re-Released as Podcast on December 3, 2023