Personal Growth

A brief parsha message illustrated with a powerful story.

The journey of each individual as well as our collective journey as a people are described as part of a greater, G-dly plan.

“G-d, please grant me the serenity to accept that which cannot be changed; the courage to change that which can be changed; and the wisdom to know the difference.”

In light of recent worrisome events in the world, Rabbi Bryski offers a classic Jewish formula for optimism in the face of adversity.

A compelling argument for the case that Jewish education must portray our ancestors not as individuals who once lived, but as people who are alive today.

A close look at the very first Biblical Commandment to the Jewish People – Be A Master of Your Time. In an era where technology allows us to accomplish in minutes what used to take days, one needs to ask “where has all the free time gone”?

No matter how accomplished, happy, wealthy or talented you may be, at some point you’ll find yourself seeking a deeper meaning in life. You have read the works of every kind of philosopher, psychologist and spiritualist imaginable. It is time you look within – within your hearts, your souls, your heritage – and unleash the spirit within you.

The definition of greatness and heroism by Judaism is quite different than the way society today looks at them. What makes a hero? Who are your and your children’s heroes? Most importantly, how can you rise from a life of mediocrity and find that hero within?

The Jew has this unique ability to cry and laugh at the very same time. This lecture will glance at the past, present and future of our people – the lows and the highs, the crying and the laughter, and the “oy veys” and the joys.

In difficult times, the Jewish response is to choose ‘life’ over ‘existence’.

Tonica Marlow, a female Evangelical minister, embarks on an incredible journey to rediscover her Jewish heritage. This riveting story of the Jewish spirit resonates deep within the soul.

They say that if you have achieved all that you planned for yourself, you have not planned enough. Judaism is all about going beyond the ordinary.

A frank and healthy approach to one of life's most perplexing problems: the ego. Most emotional problems are due to an inflexible ego. Chassidut suggests that we accept our own insignificance in a painless and healthy way: by making G-d number one

We are G-d’s partners in creation, and G-d gives us our share of the profit.

Rabbi Schapiro discusses the importance of everyone being a leader in furthering Judaism (addressing a group of Jewish lay leaders at the Chabad Emissaries Conference 2010).

Your capacity to enhance your health through spiritual training is greater than you think. Learn how in this class.

Discover the transformative nature of Jewish meditation. Change the way you view ritual worship. Torah study and Mitzvah observance will never be dull again.

Seeing the hidden goodness in every person; seeing the potential of mankind, and seeing the un-tapped reserve of wealth hidden in nature, together these visions make the impossible available, together they represent a messianic world.

Intelligence may be a unique gift. But what makes it truly precious, is its affect on the heart.

A general introduction to the spiritual nature of the problem of addiction and its treatment.

Torah brings peace to the world. More than a guide for social justice and personal morality, Torah brings harmony to nature itself making good and evil, light and darkness, serve a greater good - G-d's vast eternal plan.

This informative and revealing talk discusses the virtue of struggling with the unG-dly nature which gives us an understanding of how the baal teshuva is greater than the tzaddik. The discussion touches on the heroic nature of the Holocaust martyrs. In our struggle to serve, the guidance of a Rebbe is indispensable.

G-d wants goodness that doesn't come from heaven. The virtue of knowing ourselves is to know whether we are growing or not. Knowing how we think, feel and do.

Faith does not direct one's behavior even while it inspires one to great heights; proper behavior without faith is lacking as well. Matzah teaches us how to combine faith with everyday life.

Much of our personality and character-traits are pre-determined. A three part series on the kabbalistic look at self improvement, a quality unique to the human being. And practical suggestions for our daily lives.

Much of our personality and character-traits are pre-determined. A three part series on the kabbalistic look at self improvement, a quality unique to the human being. And practical suggestions for our daily lives.

Much of our personality and character-traits are pre-determined. A three part series on the kabbalistic look at self improvement, a quality unique to the human being. And practical suggestions for our daily lives.

Love can be so elusive, yet we are expected to love our fellow Jew. What does it mean? How is it done?

Keeping a positive attitude, based on chapter 26 of the Tanya.

After the Sinai experience the Jews made the Golden Calf. How is this possible? Here-in lies a powerful lesson in internalizing and applying inspiration.

What is Kabballah and how is it relevant? Explore how the Kabbalistic approach can enhance every aspect of our lives while introducing us to new life-dimensions.

Joy is not a Mitzvah, but it is a foundation for all Mitzvot. Discover the whats, the whys and even some hows of this important principle.

A compelling talk on the enormous power in positive thinking and its impact on ourselves and the environment around us.

Life throws at us many twists and turns which literally place us at the very brink of a given situation. What is the purpose of being on the very edge?

Thanks to technology you can broadcast a blog-message or Youtube video around the world in a flash. Does Judaism celebrate the empowerment of the individual, or does it prefer people to conform to the structures and strictures of organized religion?

Jewish mysticism teaches the exceptional virtue of positive madness which transcends logic. Discover how to unlock this dimension of madness.

Prayer - the service of the heart – is an essential way to express one’s love of G-d. Discover the origin of the prayers, their structure, significance and deeper meaning.

An honest look at why and how we get pulled into dysfunctional relationships, and some practical insights for rising above the chaos.

How to properly experience the High Holiday season when your heart and head are burdened with challenges, worries, and frustrations from day to day anxieties.

The Jewish people’s redemption from Egypt as a model for getting “unstuck” from seemingly impossible situations in one’s own life.

How Torah teaches us to maintain our faith, and to not only endure difficult times but transform them.

Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski tackles the big questions of why G‑d allows suffering, and how to best handle the challenges of loss and grief.

Learning how to heal from emotional pain from the past is not just about feeling better. It’s about removing the one thing that most blocks us from living our true lives.

Deep down, every Jew possesses the spiritual strength to overcome the trials and tribulations of life. But how do we access this ability?

Frumma Rosenberg-Gottlieb shares the story of her personal spiritual journey and speaks about how we can know when we've found what we're really looking for.

We all deal with stress in our lives; how do we manage it so that it doesn’t overwhelm us. Learn three practical stages for putting the anxiety in our life into perspective, which may alleviate (if not illuminate) its effect.

Insights and inspiration on how to find deeper meaning in our everyday existence.

A six part series on how to improve your spiritual appearance by infusing your life with greater joy, faith and inspiration.

Frumma Rosenberg-Gottlieb discusses her background as a meditator, and how she sought an authentic contemplative tradition within Judaism. The session concludes with a practice meditation.

We may be entitled to our anger, but do we really want it? Practical advice for getting out of the resentment rut.

The first mitzvah given to the Jewish people was to sanctify time. Torah teaches us how to cherish time and make the best possible use of it, by being a “co-creator” who “makes” time for what is important.

Do you sometimes feel overcome with negative emotions when things aren’t right? Discover the Torah’s approach on how to control emotions and react responsibly with emotional maturity, instead of responding from emotional instinct.

Reach greater spiritual heights through pursuing these core Jewish values, ideals and characteristics.

How do we learn to cultivate a "peaceful spirit" so that we may remain tranquil in the face of stress? A practical look at the great spiritual virtue of being calm.

Joy, optimism and faith are integral to overcoming challenges in life. Discover how our perspectives actually create and shape our realities.

Selected meditations based on Torah texts accompanied by Chassidic melodies that will help your mind travel to places of increased spiritual consciousness and awareness.

Radically transform the way you look at yourself and the world around you. Join Rabbi Shais Taub as he presents a Jewish mystical six-step program toward discovering self and purpose, and managing challenges and addictions. (Recorded at Chabad Intown in Atlanta, GA)

Drawing on personal experience in facing grave illness, David Kaufmann shares Torah ideas on challenges to our faith.

A three-part series explains how the first three weekly portions of the Torah can be understood as three models for living.

Analyzing the true meaning of ‘Bitachon’, placing one’s trust in G-d, which goes beyond having faith in G-d. The analysis begins with a closer look at the biblical narratives wherein Moses and Jacob seem to display a lack of complete trust in the Al-mighty. (Based on a talk of the Rebbe in Likkutei Sichos vol.36 p.1)

There are some tragedies for which there are no answers. What should our perspective be when faced with such horrific suffering?

Practical ideas on how we can change our perspective to create more happiness within our daily lives.

Are we morally responsible for our thoughts? Is it just as important to think good things as it is to do and say good things?

Do you have to be a pessimist to be a realist? Are happy people just in denial? Judaism teaches us how to face our pain and turn it into joy (filmed at Chabad of Santa Fe, NM).

What you need to make a part of your daily schedule in order to control your day rather than have it control you.

What is the effect of our thought on our action in performing a mitzvah? Rabbi Eli Silberstein explains this with a puzzling Talmudic passage that states that G-d joins a positive thought to an action.

Mrs. Devorie Kreiman shares her personal journey of discovering strength and joy in the face of overwhelming tragedy, pain and challenge. Her message of courage and faith amid extraordinary loss inspires us to overcome the challenges in our lives.

Dina Hurwitz is a proud mother of seven children, whose life was turned upside down when, in 2013, her husband, Rabbi Yitzi Hurwitz, was diagnosed with ALS. Amid the battle of her husband’s terrible illness and raising her family, Dina courageously inspires through sharing her honest reflections of faith and hope during the most trying of times. Dina’s powerful message of devotion, tenacity and gratitude will impact you like never before as she makes you laugh and cry all in one breadth.

Learn refreshing perspectives and practical ways to do teshuvah (repentance) to attain atonement and forgiveness.

How a shift in mindset helps us beat the blues and remain happy, even in tough times.