Quite frequently, we fail to see reward for the good we do for other people. Indeed, not only do we fail to hear any expression of gratitude, but we get hit on the head. What's happening and… [Read more...]

An old Chassidic parable shows us that we're not doomed to live unhappy, third-class lives like the many millions who live with never-ending stress, anxiety and even clinical depression. There are available upgrades to first-class for… [Read more...]

The Book of Esther tells the story of Purim, when the Jews faced threat of annihilation. History is repeating itself right now. This behooves us to learn the lessons of Purim 25 centuries ago and apply them immediately. It takes a true leader to rise above sectorial interests and unify a divided… [Read more...]

Rabbi Lazer Brody tells the complete story of Purim in a manner that anyone can understand and appreciate. We see here how the Book of Esther transpires a timespan of thirteen years. This historically precise story is actually the template for the Geula, the full and final… [Read more...]

With Emuna, we know that every tiny amenity that we have in life is a huge blessing. These are all products of Hashem's magnificent Divine Direction, gifts that are customized for each one of us. By simply pondering them, we're immediately… [Read more...]

Imagine the tragedy of throwing away a rare vintage acoustical guitar simply because it's out of tune. Even more tragic is disposing of a soulmate because the relationship is out of tune. Here's a time-tested way to return the harmony to a marriage. If one can ruin, one can… [Read more...]

Although many humans consider sea cucumbers a delicacy, they are bottom-feeding scavengers who eat anything, especially waste materials. Their 10-12" bodies are tubular, with a hole on one side for eating and a hole on the opposite side for excreting. What makes a human any better than a sea… [Read more...]

What do we do when we're not sure what path to take? Whose advice do we seek? Here's a simple but very cogent way to clarify the truth in our… [Read more...]

One of the prime ways that outstanding achievers became great was through their utilization of time. To fulfill our maximum potential, we must cherish every single minute in life. Time is one commodity that's… [Read more...]

If the mouth is a gun, then the tongue is the trigger. Not only is it the trigger, but it's the hand that pulls the trigger. What's worse is that the tongue can misfire. When it does, it's every bit as dangerous as a loaded… [Read more...]

Suffering a severe stomach ache, Rabbi Shalom of Shatz made a rare visit to a physician. He asked the doctor to diagnose the source of the pain. "Doctor, I please tell me which internal organ is causing me pain. That's all I request. I don't need any treatments or medication." Today, we learn his… [Read more...]

The more world events become apocalyptic, the more people begin talking about Moshiach. From time to time, we hear voices that claim to know when Moshiach is coming. Is it possible to really know when Moshiach will arrive? Let's get some… [Read more...]