

Spiritually Hungry
Monica Berg and Michael Berg
Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students for decades. Join them for a down-to-earth conversation about the big life questions that spark your curiosity the most.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 39min
159. A New Year in the Making: 4 Ideas for Rekindling Your Creative Spark
Many people do not consider themselves to be creative. Yet, creativity is a direct connection to the Light that can inspire all aspects of our lives—from baking and vacation planning to drawing and painting. Listen as we discuss how to remove the barrier between ourselves and our creative force while lighting the spark to live a fulfilling and joyful life.“The ego is the key barrier between ourselves and our creative force. If you want to live an inspired life… you better be diminishing your ego.” – Michael Berg

Dec 19, 2023 • 25min
158. Let it Go: 4 Ways to Embrace the Unexpected
We love to make plans. Especially at this time of year! Yet what happens when things don’t go according to plan? The truth is there is so little we can control in life. So, how do we let go of the need to have a hand in everything that unfolds? Join us for a conversation about embracing the unexpected and making space for miracles.“The true spiritual work is embracing the moments that were not part of your plan.” – Michael Berg

Dec 12, 2023 • 37min
157. Transforming Failure: 4 Ways to Embrace the Blessing of Mistakes
Mistakes can sometimes feel like you’re getting further away from your goals. Yet, that is far from true. Failure is meant to spark spiritual transformation that can help you manifest your deepest desires. Join us for a conversation about welcoming mistakes into your life to create meaningful change.“Envision the blessings you want in life with the understanding that they are waiting for you. The version of yourself that you are in now is not ready to receive them. You have to become a more evolved version of yourself in order to manifest those blessings. That understanding can drive your desire to change and allow you to embrace your failures.” – Michael Berg Further Readings:The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well, by Amy C. Edmondson & Kathe Mazur

Dec 5, 2023 • 40min
156. Limitless Abundance: 3 Ways to Take Control of Money Fears
The pressure to achieve your financial goals and be successful is greater than ever. We often put a tremendous amount of pressure on ourselves to tap into abundance, forgetting that the Light of the Creator is limitless. Listen to this episode of Spiritually Hungry as we outline how to release money fears and embrace endless blessings.“The energy of the universe is an energy of endless sharing. You have to know that. Which means there is no reason why any of us should be in a state of lack.” – Michael Berg

Nov 28, 2023 • 40min
155. Gather with Love: 3 Ideas for Joyful Family Holidays
Your family is the perfect place to practice and grow because your soul chose them for a reason. Which might be exactly why holiday gatherings require a generous helping of patience and boundaries. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we share tips to increase the joy and reduce the friction this holiday season.“None of us have enough appreciation for our parents. Of course, there are many things that you are not happy about. This holiday season, find ways to be more appreciative.” – Michael BergFurther Readings:Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, by Nedra Glover Tawwab

Nov 21, 2023 • 51min
154. You Are Limitless: 4 teachings to Help You Reach Your Potential
We often tell ourselves a false tale of our limitations, which prevent us from even attempting to achieve great things. The truth is our potential is more vast than we can imagine. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss how to reveal the infinite Light within each of us.“If we are honest, I think most of us would admit that even on our best days, our best thoughts of our potential in our lives in all areas are still limited. As long as we still tell ourselves the story of limitation, there is no way we can even begin to live a life we are meant to live.” – Michael BergFurther Readings:The Infinite Game, by Simon Sinek

Nov 14, 2023 • 41min
153. Growing Together: 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship
When was the last time you invited your partner in? It is true that couples are either growing together or growing apart. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss how to bring spirituality into a relationship so your partner can become a part of the personal growth that fortifies a relationship.“We are strong now because we learned what it is to be in a partnership—not just through the highs, but really through being vulnerable in the most difficult times when we leaned in towards each other.” - Monica Berg

Nov 7, 2023 • 43min
152. Looking for a Sign?: 4 Ways to Uncover Messages from the Creator
Learn how to tune in to the voice of the Creator and strengthen your intuition. Explore signs that lead to intuition, recognizing false accusations, regaining wisdom and direction, finding purpose in life through babies crying, connecting with loved ones who have passed away, and the significance of being each other's angels.

Oct 31, 2023 • 37min
151. Deepest Desire: 4 Ways to Open Up to Limitless Possibilities
Explore the challenges of determining the right path in life and the consequences of not aligning with a higher power. Delve into the peculiar story of Bielam and Balak from the Bible, with a focus on Bielam's conversation with a wise donkey. Overcome the shame of wanting and embrace the importance of desire. Compare the approaches of Moses and Belam in relation to desire and the use of the light of the Creator. Learn about the consequences of forcing a path not meant for us and the possibility of understanding animal communication. Embrace limitless possibilities and trust your soul, avoiding limited desires and disappointments. Also, hear a fan's story involving Lucille Ball and a reminder to share your own stories.

Oct 24, 2023 • 38min
150. People Are Better Than You Think: 4 Ways to Awaken Generosity
The Light of the Creator is the source of all blessings and a model of the selfless energy with which we can aspire to give. But how do we tune into this kind of generosity so we can give without hesitation or restraint? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we discuss the importance of whole-hearted generosity. “Not only do I have a choice about which part of me I will live my life directed towards—the altruistic or selfish part of me—how I view the world, how I interact with people, and how I try to uplift people is very much my responsibility, as well.” – Michael BergFurther Readings:The Penguin and the Leviathan: How Cooperation Triumphs over Self-Interestby Yochai BenklerThe Gift: The Form and Reason for Exchange in Archaic Societiesby Marcel Mauss and W. D. Halls