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Welcome to The Shmuz Podcast! Here’s your chance toinfuse an inspiring dose of ruchnius, encouragement and positivity into yourday. But don’t just stop here. Go to TheShmuz.com and gain access to hundredsof motivational Shmuzin that are guaranteed to accelerate your spiritualgrowth

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Give Elsie the cow a field and some grass, and she’s happy. Completely content. But Man doesn’t work that way. No matter what a man has, he is always aspiring for more- looking for a better deal, a bigger house, a more fulfilling career. It seems tha... more

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Rabbi Simon
Host known for providing motivational teachings that encourage spiritual growth and understanding within Jewish traditions.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Rabbi Shafier is amazing

    Ty Rabbi Shafier! Ur shmuzin keep us going. I only hope more people become Zocheh to benefit from your classes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EDscranqum
    United States4 years ago
  • One of my favorites!

    I love this podcast along with Stories to Inspire - which I highly recommend as well !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ebayseller2121
    United States5 years ago
  • An avid listener

    I really enjoy listening to this shiur. Rabbi Shafier does a fantastic job of presenting intriguing and complicated material in an easy-to-understand fashion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oreo's33
    United States6 years ago
  • Amazing

    Love it. Some much to gain & learn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InUsa123
    United States8 years ago
  • Chill inducing chisuk

    Thank you so much Rabbi for thes soul awakening words. Special thanks for putting it on such an easy and accessible format. Hearing these words of wisdom makes emuna so obvious. Enjoy! 👌

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    Gabi Koyenov
    United States9 years ago

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The Shmuz on the Parsha: Ki Savo: Maintaining the Motivation: How to make moments of inspiration turn into lasting change
Q: How would you recommend getting started with learning Musar?
Start with Mesilas Yasharim or similar English books, read in small segments, and think about how it applies to your life.
The Shmuz on the Parsha: Nitzavim: Preparing for Rosh Hashanah: How to Feel Awe-Inspired, Motivated and Ready for the Yom Ha Din
Q: Hi, Rabbi Schaeffer, what is one supposed to picture in their mind when standing before Hashem?
You can't picture a human being; just think, I'm speaking to Hashem right here.
Only the Good Die Young
Q: Why do we wish people to live to 120 years?
We say this as a blessing for a full lifespan, which may or may not be 120 years, but we wish health and longevity until their designated lifetime.
Ki Seitzei: My True Potential
Q: How does this relate to doing Shuva?
Understanding your potential allows for meaningful repentance and a return to the greatness of what you were meant to be.
Ki Seitzei: My True Potential
Q: Why am I so important? It's so difficult to change.
Acknowledge your worth and how much you can accomplish; understanding your true potential is key to overcoming difficulties.

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