From the Inside Out: With Rivkah Krinsky and Eda Schottenstein 61. Necessary Growing Pains: With Gedale Fenster
Jan 8, 2023
Gedale Fenster, an internationally recognized motivational speaker and life coach, shares his inspiring journey from addiction to spiritual leadership. He discusses turning pain into personal growth and how daily conversations with God have transformed his life. Gedale provides practical advice on dating, emphasizing spiritual readiness over physical intimacy. He also tackles relationship dynamics, urging couples to focus on each other's strengths and maintain prayerful connections. His insights blend spirituality with everyday challenges for holistic personal development.
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From Rock Bottom To Spiritual Speaker
- Gedale described his rise from a gambling-addicted club promoter to a spiritual speaker after finding Rabbi Nachman's Advice.
- Personal crises (divorce, son's cancer) pushed him into deep prayer and transformed his life and career.
Problems Limit The Vessel Not The Light
- Gedale says problems block our vessel, not God's light; fixing key areas expands capacity for blessings.
- Spiritual purity in one area can catalyze growth across life domains.
Talk To God Daily For Clarity
- Make daily Hisbodedut (talking with God) to shift consciousness and increase clarity.
- Use that elevated awareness to read people, apply teachings, and fuel meaningful work.
