The Shmuz

301

Stop the Stress

Jul 12, 2023

1:17

If you’re ready to stop playing games with health and your future, listen to this. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

302

If I Don't Change, This is Me Forever

Jul 11, 2023

2:00

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303

Should a Rich Person Live in Luxury?

Jul 10, 2023

1:38

Listen now to hear Rabbi Shafier’s grounded response. To ask a q to Rabbi Shafier, please email [email protected] This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

304

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #10

Jul 27, 2023

49:40

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305

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #9

Jul 27, 2023

44:53

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306

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #8

Jul 27, 2023

1:19:43

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307

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #7

Jul 26, 2023

24:32

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308

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #6

Jul 25, 2023

39:41

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309

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #5

Jul 24, 2023

51:12

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310

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #4

Jul 23, 2023

51:57

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311

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #3

Jul 21, 2023

57:02

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312

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #2

Jul 20, 2023

49:08

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313

Tisha B'Av Shmuz #1

Jul 19, 2023

48:42

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314

Short Burst of Inspiration for Tisha B'Av #2

Jul 26, 2023

10:23

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315

Short Burst of Inspiration for Tisha B'Av #1

Jul 26, 2023

8:31

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316

Why We Want Moshiach

Jul 6, 2023

52:15

Our life right now is not normal. A long time ago we forgot what life is supposed to be like. We forgot about what living a life of clarity means. Imagine, for a moment, a world without confusion, without doubt. We may not feel this acutely, but Hashem does. He feels our pain and is longing for our return. If you feel that the sorrow of Tisha B’Av is difficult to relate to, take the time now to ponder what we’re living without and just how broken our world is. This Shmuz will bring home the relevance of this moment of reflection and mourning, and show us in practical application what we can do to bring Hashem into our lives once more.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

317

When Will the Suffering Stop?

Jul 6, 2023

1:05:19

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318

What Are We Missing?

Jul 6, 2023

43:56

The world that we live in isn’t the way it’s supposed to be. Tisha B’Av gives us that moment of reflection, the opportunity to consider what we are missing and how we can begin to rectify what has been lost. Like children born into darkness, we can’t even comprehend what life should look like, how we are meant to enjoy this world and use it as a tool to become closer to Hashem. This Tisha B’Av take the time to reset your perspective. Realize what we are missing, and mourn.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

319

Being At Peace With Yourself

Jul 7, 2023

1:35

It’s time to stop spinning your wheels, and start focusing on where you want to go in this world. Have a wonderful Shabbos!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

320

Moments Before Moshiach

Jul 6, 2023

2:14

What can you achieve in the moments before Moshiach? Wishing you an easy fast  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

321

Leaving It Up to Hashem

Jul 5, 2023

1:08

In shidduchim? Looking for the sign that he’s the right one? This might be it.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

322

A Damaged Sense of Self

Jul 4, 2023

1:16

A damaged sense of self will play havoc with your relationships with others. Want to become a whole person? Catch the full series here: https://theshmuz.com/humility/   This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

323

The Right Perspective

Jul 2, 2023

0:38

“I just love it when my carefully laid plans go completely haywire” Said no one ever. If you sometimes get frustrated, irritated or down right angry when things don’t go your way, welcome to the club of being human. Want to know what to do about it? Listen to this.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

324

The Big Bang

Jun 30, 2023

2:17

The fact that the Ramban talked about the Big Bang 800 YEARS AGO is pretty astonishing, wouldn’t you say? Want to watch Rabbi Shafier's Wonders of the World Series? Go here: https://theshmuz.com/wonders-of-the-world/ Have a wonderful Shabbos!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

325

Are You Mr. Fix It?

Jun 29, 2023

1:25

“For many years I thought I was giving my wife good advice. Just one problem- it wasn’t my advice she wanted” New on TorahAnytime.com! The 10 Really Dumb Mistakes That Very Smart *Husbands* Make- And How to Avoid Them!Get started here: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?v=243891  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

326

Hashem, Help Me Change!

Jun 28, 2023

1:44

The magic moment comes when you realize how powerless you are.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

327

How Can I Get My Spouse to Appreciate Me?

Jun 27, 2023

1:59

If you’re married, you’ve probably asked yourself this question. Looking to bring more appreciation to your marriage? Go here: http://bit.ly/40dh09m  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

328

Rating Hashem

Jun 26, 2023

1:12

Deep down, you may feel like G-d is making poor choices when it comes to your life. But before you go and rate Hashem, listen to this.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

329

Arrogance is Delusional

Jun 25, 2023

1:37

Here’s one way to live a miserable life: base your sense of self around what others think of you Watch the full class here: https://theshmuz.com/humility/   This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

330

AWE

Jun 23, 2023

1:49

Listen now to make your Shabbos davening a little more AWEsome  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

331

A Life Without Growth

Jun 22, 2023

1:42

Challenges are not just tests to see if we can survive. They’re hand crafted for our growth. Listen now for a shot of pure chizuk  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

332

The Danger of Being Judgmental

Jun 21, 2023

1:14

DANGER! Being judgemental can seriously damage your spiritual health The audio is not great on this clip. But the message is so important that it’s still worth putting it out there  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

333

The One Way to Change Your Spouse

Jun 20, 2023

3:04

If you’re one of the 20,000+ people who have read The Ten Really Dumb Mistakes you know that Rabbi Shafier is very insistent about not trying to change your spouse. Not satisfied with that? He’s the one technique he does recommend. This recording is from The Ten Really Dumb Mistakes Video Book! Check it out on TheShmuz.com!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

334

Hashem Loves Me- How to Make it Real

Jun 19, 2023

1:36

You’ve told yourself this so many times: “Hashem loves me”“Hashem wants my success” “Hashem is doing this for my good” Just one problem: How can I bridge the gap between knowing… and really feeling it? Listen now for the answer.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

335

Beneath My Dignity

Jun 18, 2023

1:57

Feeling like the post-Shabbos clean up never ends? This idea can help you reframe. Have an amazing week!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

336

Parshas Shlach: Stronger that G-d

Jun 11, 2023

49:55

In this powerful Shmuz, Rabbi Shafier discusses the spiritual forces that cause cognitive dissonance and shows us how we can have a chance at living a more authentic and truthful existence. If you want to have the clarity to move forward through this thing called life, you need to understand what motivates and drives you. This shmuz will change everything you ever thought about yourself.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

337

We're Not in Control

Jun 16, 2023

0:49

Here’s your erev Shabbos reminder that you’re not in control…and that’s ok. Have a wonderful Shabbos!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

338

How Many Shadchanim Should I Call?

Jun 15, 2023

0:39

Listen to this if you’re dating: How many shadchanim should I call? For practical, helpful advice on the dating process download Rabbi Shafier’s Dating Seminar here: https://theshmuz.com/dating-seminar-part-1/  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

339

Hashem Loves Me More Than Me

Jun 14, 2023

1:41

If you’d like to solve 80% of your philosophical problems, the solution is simple: stop playing G-d.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

340

Bitachon is Learned in the Real World

Jun 13, 2023

1:22

Bitachon isn’t learnt from a book. Sure, you can learn the concepts, the theory. But genuine bitachon? That comes from real life. Think your bitachon leaves a lot to be desired? Watch this.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

341

What We Don't Understand

Jun 12, 2023

1:35

”Rabbi, are you seriously telling me that the entire universe was created just for a bunch of two legged-creatures?! Listen to Rabbi Shafier’s amazing response- especially if you’re in need of a hashkafic deprogramming.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

342

Accepting Your Child

Jun 11, 2023

1:04

Parenting is hard. How can you get your kid to listen?   This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

343

Giving Honor to Your Wife

Jun 9, 2023

1:05

On behalf of wives everywhere, he’s a little reminder for the husbands Have an amazing Shabbos!  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

344

How to Change Your Davening

Jun 8, 2023

0:43

Looking to daven with more kavannah and less blah? This simple technique can help. If you’d like to get serious about improving your conversation with Hashem, check out Rabbi Shafier’s Tefillah Project. It’s a 5 hour investment of your time, divided into 10 actionable chunks. Stream or download for free here: https://theshmuz.com/series/the-tefilah-project/  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

345

My Life Stinks

Jun 7, 2023

1:40

I’d be the first to thank Hashem…if I had anything to thank Hashem for. Ever feel like that?   This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

346

The American Dream Could Ruin Your Life

Jun 6, 2023

2:20

Feel like you’re in a never ending cycle of trying to get your hands on bigger, brighter, better? Then it could be that the American Dream is ruining your life. If this video resonates with you, it’s time to make a change.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

347

Awareness Changes Everything

Jun 5, 2023

0:58

Most middos are incredibly difficult to change. Aside from this one. This one is 100% doable. So why not try it out?  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

348

A Damaged Sense of Self

Jun 4, 2023

1:16

Arrogance and lack of confidence both have root in the same issue- a damaged sense of self. Listen now to safeguard your emotional health! Want to learn how to be confident- without being arrogant? Get the full series here: https://theshmuz.com/series/humility-arrogance-and-self-esteem/  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

349

Naso: I Never Do Anything Wrong

May 31, 2023

1:13:00

How fragile is your ego? Do you know someone who will never admit to being wrong? They will stubbornly refuse to acknowledge the facts and stick to their story as if their very lives depend on it. Unfortunately, this quirk is not just limited to hardened criminals and pathological narcissists. Within all of us is the overwhelming desire to protect our ego and soothe our sense of self. It’s very unpleasant to admit you could be wrong. Unpleasant and humbling. Ultimately, your very purpose on this planet is to work on your middos and become the very best version of yourself. And that version includes being truthful. It includes courageously learning humility. And it includes developing the psychological fortitude to be ok with being wrong. Ready to face up to who you really are? Listen now. This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

350

The Impressionable Soul

May 30, 2023

55:18

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