Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum

This is the sixth of a monthly series based on the energy and wisdom of the Jewish calendar. Before the beginning of each of the Jewish months, we explore the central themes of that month and set our intention to how to fully tap in to the months energy and maximize its potential. This is the month of Nissan. It has the zodiac sign of Aries and is connected to the Tribe of Yehudah. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!!  If you would like to delve deeper into the deeper significance of the Exodus story, enjoy these episodes:  Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 1 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 2 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 3 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 4  This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others. Thanks for listening!

This is part two of a series that Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah gave for Project Inspire's Mindflex program, originally posted before Passover 2021. In this class, we discuss 5 ideas from the Passover seder that will help take your parenting to the next level and connect deeply with your children.  If you would like to delve deeper into the deeper significance of the Exodus story, enjoy these episodes: Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 1 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 2 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 3 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 4

This episode was originally posted before Passover 2021. It is a special pre-Passover class that was given for Project Inspire's Mindflex program. Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah discuss the 5 stages of the Jewish people's exodus from Egypt and how each stage can be used as a lesson to transform our marriages from good to great! If you would like to delve deeper into the deeper significance of the Exodus story, enjoy these episodes: Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 1 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 2 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 3 Passover and the Four Steps to Personal Breakthrough- Part 4

Barry Shore, a.k.a the Ambassador of Joy, is the founder of the Joy of Living Institute and the author of, The Joy of Living: How to Slay Stress and Be Happy. His Mission is to transform the world through JOY. He is also a successful serial entrepreneur. In September 2004, he became a quadriplegic overnight from a rare disease. His journey to regain mobility pushed him to Go MAD (Make A Difference). He set out to build a platform to teach people to LIVE in JOY, daily. No matter the situation. To that end The JOY of LIVING Institute ™ was born, with its signature KEEP SMILING brand and his radio show/podcast which is heard worldwide by hundreds of thousands. In the process of recovering from full paralysis he has become an avid swimmer and by swimming 2 miles/day 6X/week has accumulated more than 7,223 miles over 12 years. This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

In this class (given in 2021), Rabbi Buxbaum explains the deeper meaning behind the four Purim traditions and why the Book of Esther is the grand finale of the Torah, bringing rectification to the sin of eating from the Tree of Knowledge in the Garden of Eden. For more ideas related to Purim, listen to "The 3 Happiness Practices with Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah" podcast by following this link: https://anchor.fm/shlomo-buxbaum7/episodes/The-Three-Happiness-Practices-with-Devorah-Buxbaum-er2isv This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

In this class (given in 2021), Rabbi Shlomo explores the background story of Queen Esther. What was the flaw of the Jewish people that they became vulnerable to Haman's decree and why was Esther the best person for the role of heroine of the story? Plus, the deep connection between Eve in the Garden and Esther in the Purim story.  This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

In this class (given in 2021), we explore the depth of the joy of Purim, the roots of Haman in the Garden of Eden and in the Biblical nation of Amalek. We discuss how every spiritual journey has in in moments of doubts and how to manage them when they surface.  This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

This is the first episode in a series on joy as we interview various guests who are known for their ability to bring joy to others! Stay tuned for future episodes as we prepare for the holiday of Purim with great guest and Purim classes.  David Sacks gives the weekly Torah podcast “Spiritual Tools for an Outrageous World” and has spoken to enthusiastic crowds, opening the hearts of people across the US, Europe, Israel and South Africa. His topics range from the meaning of life, to Hollywood’s impact on the world, to achieving happiness. Born and raised in New York City, David Sacks attended Harvard College, graduating with a degree in Government. While there he began his comedy writing career for the school’s humor magazine, The Harvard Lampoon. Upon graduating, David moved to Los Angeles and began writing for television. Among the shows he’s worked for are “The Simpsons”, where he won an Emmy Award, and “Third Rock from the Sun” for which he won a Golden Globe Award, “Malcolm in the Middle”, and “Final Space” on Adult Swim. David is the co founder and Senior Lecturer of The Happy Minyan of Los Angeles. David is married and raises his family in Beverly Hills, CA. This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

In this episode Rabbi Shlomo and Devorah interview Rebbetzin Slovie Jungreis-Wolff about her life and tips about building a happy home and emotionally healthy children!  Slovie Jungreis Wolff is a noted teacher, author, and world-renowned lecturer on parenting and relationships. She is the daughter of the famous author and lecturer,  Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis ob”m,  a holocaust survivor who tirelessly worked to bring Jews back to Judaism through her organization Hineini. Slovie now leads Hineini couples, carrying on the legacy of her parents. She is the author of the parenting book, Raising A Child With Soul and has lectured throughout the U.S.,Canada, Mexico, Panama, and South Africa. Previous podcasts with Rabbi Shlomo & Devorah on similar topics: Soul Construction: Ruchi Koval on Shaping Your Character, Radical Acceptance, and Dealing with Difficult People 5 Ideas to Transform Your Parenting 5 Ideas to Transform Your Marriage This podcast is a project of The Lev Experience. To support the podcast please consider donating at Levx.org, picking up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", and, most importantly, subscribing and sharing the podcast with others.

This is the fifth of a monthly series based on the energy and wisdom of the Jewish calendar. Before the beginning of each of the Jewish months, we explore the central themes of that month and set our intention to how to fully tap in to the months energy and maximize its potential. This is the month of Adar. It has the zodiac sign of Pisces and is connected to the Tribe of Naftali. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!! In this episode we reference a previous podcast episode on Happiness, so be sure to give that one a listen. Here is a link: The Key to Happiness and the Power of Being Present  I also reference my book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", which can be purchased here: https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-four-elements-of-an-empowered-life/ Or on Amazon Books Thanks for listening!