Gedale Fenster - Podcast Finding the good points with Rabbi David Reboh
Dec 26, 2025
Rabbi David Reboh, a Montreal-based leader of the Breslov community, shares profound insights into personal development and spirituality. He discusses the importance of finding joy through 'nekudah tovah' and practical exercises for gratitude. Rabbi Reboh contrasts the experiences of biblical figures like Yosef and David, emphasizing the silver linings in adversity. Using humor and play, he illustrates how to break negative patterns and shift perspectives. His teachings on humility and community joy reveal a path toward happiness and a deeper connection to faith.
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Fishing In The Dead Sea
- Rabbi David Reboh told a joke about a man fishing in the Dead Sea to make a point about misplaced hope.
- The punchline illustrated that people can be 'caught' by their own misguided efforts and need guidance to avoid traps.
Happiness Attracts Success
- Rabbi David Reboh taught that happiness (simcha) is the foundation for success and attracts more success.
- He argued that focusing inward on gratefulness makes external achievements follow.
Practice A Daily 'Good Point' Ritual
- Do practice 'Nekudah Tovah' daily by actively counting and singing the good points in your life.
- Use repetition and melody to train your mind to notice blessings and build gratitude as a habit.