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16.6 Balancing of Physical Pleasures
Physical pleasure is great as long as its empowers you to work harder, do better, and give back to community. Its never worth it if it only feeds your ego
Read More16.4 Balancing Physical Pleasure
What is the epitome of balancing pleasure in our physical lives? Perhaps the Jewish wedding custom, when the groom smashes a glass cup with an enthusiastic stomp, to wrap up the wedding ceremony! As with so many Jewish customs, these identifying traditions have survived through so many episodes of Jewish history around the world, and…
Read More16:3 Balancing Physical Pleasure
Physical pleasure is temporary… but purposeful work, and connection to our community sustain the soul. Enjoying life fuels us to continue to do good for others.
Read More19.6 Laughter is a Powerful Tool
20.1 Overcoming Frustration
Success is fraught with frustrations, so what does Jewish Wisdom say about overcoming those frustrations and keeping your eye on the prize? This week’s posts will explore a variety of insights based on Jewish teaching and culture, about frustration, hard work, and success as the end-goal. Different perspectives and MO’s still always point to one…
Read More20.2 Failing Forward
Ever heard the term ‘Failing Forward’? Its a secret of some of Forbes and Fortune 500’s greats, that failure isn’t so bad as long as you a) get back up, and b) use the lessons learned to continue working towards your goal. But long before Steve Jobs and Elon Musk failed until they succeeded, King…
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