Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum

The third of a series of virtual talks based on Rabbi Buxbaum's book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life". This talk was given on November 10th, 2021, a few weeks before Chanukah. Rabbi Buxbaum discusses the connection between the different parts of the menorah and their connection to the four elements, the connection between the story of Joseph and the Chanukah story, and  how to channel our ego and passion towards their true holy purpose. You can purchase "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" at Levx.org, Amazon, or wherever Jewish books are sold. To support this podcast, you can donate at Levx.org/donate

Chaya Lester is a psychotherapist, inspirational speaker and spiritual guide. She and her husband Hillel, are the directors of The Shalev Center in Jerusalem, which offers an array of classes, workshops and retreats for locals and visitors alike, as well as caring individual and group therapy. She is also a wordsmith, performance artist and an unapologetic mystic; passionate about bringing Torah to life. As a spiritual tour guide, Chaya has had the honor of guiding thousands of visitors in Israel; among them are VIP visitors such as pop-star Alicia Keys, Demi Lovato, Chinese billionaires and US Senators. Chaya lives with her husband, Rabbi Hillel Lester, and their 4 energetic children in the vibrant heart of Jerusalem. In this episode, also featuring Devorah Buxbaum we discuss Chaya's personal journey from a secular kid in Memphis to becoming a spiritual teacher, as well as her powerful work in guiding people to connect to their spiritual sides and listen to their dreams.  You can learn more about Chaya Lester's work on her website Chayalester.com 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. Connect with Rabbi Shlomo on Facebook and Instagram! Enjoyed this episode? Here are some similar topics that you may enjoy: Rav Doniel Katz on Reaching Higher Consciousness and the Power of the Mind Boardroom to Bedroom: R. Judah Mischel on Finding Spirituality in Every Moment Moshe Gersht on Mindfulness, Equanimity, and Finding Your Bliss

This is the second 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 Kislev. It has the zodiac sign of Sagittarius, corresponds to the Fire element, and is connected to the Tribe of Benjamin. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!! Enjoying the podcast? You can support it be making a donation to The LEV Experience at Levx.org! And please subscribe, follow, share, and rate it on Apple podcasts.  Learn more about Rabbi Shlomo's book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", as well as one-on-one learning and coaching at RabbiShlomo.com

Rebbetzin Ruchi Koval is the co-founder and director of the Jewish Family Experience, a congregation in Cleveland, Ohio. She is a certified parenting coach, motivational speaker, musician, and author of two books, Conversations with G-d and her brand new book Soul Construction: Shape Your Character Using 8 Steps from the Timeless Jewish Practice of Mussar. She is a Trip Leader for Momentum, inspiring hundreds of women on their journeys in Israel, as well as a columnist for the Cleveland Jewish News. In this episode, co-hosted with Devorah Buxbaum, we hear Ruchi's story and delve into the themes of her new book, focusing on shaping your character through the study of the ancient wisdom of Mussar, the practice of radical acceptance, dealing with difficult people, and so much more! 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. Connect with Rabbi Shlomo on Facebook and Instagram!

Rabbi Moshe Friedman is a rabbi, a rapper, and spoken word artist and has produced music videos with international acclaim. His journey has taken him from a searching Jewish kid from New York, to studying to become a Rabbi in Israel, while developing his unique way of expressing his messages through rap music. He was the lead singer of the band "The Living Wells" and now produces and performs under the stage name Rav Mo.  Here are links to the music that is shared in this podcast: Flicker | The Process | The Flow | Response to Wiley Other podcast episode referenced in our conversation: Moshe Gersht on Mindfulness, Equanimity, and Finding Your Bliss 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.  Connect with Rabbi Shlomo on Facebook and Instagram!

This is the first of a monthly series based on the energy and wisdom of the Jewish calendar. Before the beginning of each of the Jewish months, we will explore the central themes of that month and set our intention to how to fully tap in to the months energy and maximize the potential of that month. This is the month of Cheshvan, also know as MarCheshvan (the "bitter" Cheshvan). It has the zodiac sign of Scorpio, corresponds to the Water element, and is connected to the Tribe of Menashe. What does all this mean for you and I? Join us for the ride!!! Enjoying the podcast? You can support it be making a donation to The LEV Experience at Levx.org! Learn more about Rabbi Shlomo's book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life", as well as one-on-one learning and coaching at RabbiShlomo.com

Enjoy this 30-minute solo episode recorded just for you!!! In this class, we will take a look at the essence of the days leading up to Sukkot and the holiday of Sukkot itself. We will explore the symbolisms of the Sukkah and how it builds joy on the foundation of the broken-heartedness of Yom Kippur.  If you are enjoying the podcast please consider supporting it by making a donation to The Lev Experience at Levx.org/donate and/or buying Rabbi Buxbaum's new book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life".

Rabbi Friedman is leaving his mark on the world! Born in Manchester, and raised in Sydney, Australia, he has served communities in the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK.  His articles have appeared in the Journal of Halacha and Contemporary Society, the Jewish Press, the Jerusalem Post, Aish.com, and numerous other outlets.  He was the inaugural chair of the National Holocaust Monument of Canada and is a world-renowned expert on the intersection of halachah and international relations. He is author of the new book “The Transformative Daf” based on the Daf Yomi cycle (the practice of learning one page of Talmud a day and completing studying the entire Talmud every seven and a half years). In this new book, Rabbi Friedman explores Tractate Rosh Hashana and shares thoughts about how to make each page (called a "Daf) relevant and practical in our lives.   In this episode, we take a peak into Rabbi Daniel's world and some of his thoughts about how to make Rosh Hashanah and the upcoming year a truly transformative one.  And, on the topic of transformation... have you picked up a copy of my new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life"?  If you haven't, I would love to recommend it to you in building your personal spiritual strategic plan for the new year. It will give you deeper insight into yourself, your purpose, and offers real strategies for long-lasting change. It is available on Amazon and wherever Jewish books are sold. 

Enjoy this special 20-minute episode! This is Part 1 of a set of talks that I gave for Project Inspire's Mindflex program on the topic of "Rosh Hashana: Season of Change". More classes and conversations coming up next week!

Rav Doniel Katz, founder of The Elevation Project, shares his journey from a successful arts career to a deep dive into Torah and Kabbalistic teachings. He discusses the fusion of science and spirituality, exploring how psychedelics connect to ancient wisdom. Katz emphasizes the transformative power of prayer and manifestation, linking these concepts to higher consciousness. The conversation also highlights accessible paths to meditation and mindfulness, urging everyone to embrace simplicity in their spiritual quests.