

Empowered Jewish Living with Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum
Shlomo Buxbaum
Exploring the depth of Jewish wisdom, the beauty of Jewish life, and how to live a more empowered life. Classes and interviews with great Jewish authors, artists, Kabbalists, therapists, and influencers. By Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum.
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Jun 22, 2021 • 59min
David Sussman on Surviving Lebanon, the Beauty of Israel, and Lessons from the band Phish
David Sussman is a dynamic tour guide in Israel known for his spellbinding stories and incredible wealth of knowledge of the history of the land of Israel. He is also an international speaker who speaks about a variety of subjects pertaining to Israel. He is the writer and host of the popular TV show on the Daystar Network, "Land of The Bible."
David was born in Boston, Massachusetts, came to Israel in 2001, and served in the Israeli Army as a combat soldier in the Second Lebanon War. After a near-death experience in in battle, he realized the importance of educating people around the world about Israel. David eats, breathes, and sleeps the land of Israel and just wants to show you all what the Holy Land has to offer.
In this episode, we speak about the current situation in Israel today and the world's perception and misconceptions about Israel. We also get into David's fascinating story and the life-lessons that he learned that brought him to where he is today.
You can learn more about David on his websites:
https://davidsussmanisraeltours.com and http://landofthebibletours.com and connect directly with him on his Facebook page.
And, by the way...
My new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" is now available!
You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

Jun 14, 2021 • 1h 3min
Moshe Gersht on Mindfulness, Equanimity, and Finding Your Bliss
Rabbi Moshe Gersht is a sought out spiritual teacher in Jerusalem and a Wall Street Journal bestselling author. A student of Torah, Kaballah, and Chasidus, he shares ancient mystical and philosophical wisdom in a way that is practical, relatable, and enjoyable.
For nearly a decade Moshe toured the states as the singer and songwriter for a popular Los Angeles based rock band. After having a spiritual awakening he chose to pursue a life of truth and meaning on a different stage.
Today, Moshe seamlessly connects and expresses fundamental spiritual ideas with universal principles of psychology, spirituality, and self-development. He recently released his national bestseller book, It’s All The Same To Me: A Torah Guide To Inner Peace and Love of Life, which has garnered the attention of many other spiritual leaders, Deepak Chopra and Rabbi Manis Friedman among them. Visit www.MosheGersht.com & YouTube.
And, on the subject of books...
My new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" is now available! You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

Jun 7, 2021 • 48min
Preview of my new book- Part 2! (Talk given for Project Inspire's Mindflex program)
Enjoy this special episode! This is Part 2 of a virtual class that I gave for Project Inspire's Mindflex program based on the core concepts of my new book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life". Check it out!
The book is now available! You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

Jun 2, 2021 • 47min
Preview of my new book- Part 1! (Talk given for Project Inspire's Mindflex program)
Enjoy this special episode! This is Part 1 of a virtual class that I gave for Project Inspire's Mindflex program based on the core concepts of my new book "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life". Check it out!
The book is now available! You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

Jun 2, 2021 • 55min
Marion Haberman on becoming a Jewish influencer and making your voice heard through online content creation
Marion is the writer and content creator for the most popular ‘Mommy YouTube’ channel focused on being a Jewish mom. With over 4 million total views on her YouTube/MyJewishMommyLife channel and Instagram @MyJewishMommyLife page Marion shares her experiences as a mother focused on living a meaning-FULL Jewish family life.
Her award winning social media platform is a unique community full of lifestyle inspiration, Jewish family home ideas and conscious parenting advice.
Marion’s first book, a non-fiction guide to Judaism and pregnancy titled “Expecting Jewish!” is currently available!
And, on the subject of books...
My new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" is now available! You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

May 20, 2021 • 42min
Jacob Rupp on Shifting Gears to Become Your Authentic Self
In this episode, Rabbi Shlomo hosts special guest Rabbi Jacob Rupp. Jacob is an executive coach, syndicated columnist, podcast host, speaker, and business strategist who helps clients achieve clarity on goals and strategies, become honest and forgiving with themselves and others, and to live more spiritually connected lives. Rupp draws from the gamut of cutting edge business, relationship, and leadership strategy and roots them in ancient Jewish tradition.
Jacob shares why he changed careers from being a successful Rabbi to building his coaching business and the importance of being true to yourself if you want to live a life that you are truly proud of. Jacob also share lots of his own habits and mindsets that he uses in his endless pursuit of greatness.
My new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" is now available! You can order it at: https://levx.org/four-elements/

May 15, 2021 • 48min
Dov Ber Cohen on Becoming an Enlightened Jewish Warrior
Having spent six important years living in Asia immersed in Eastern philosophy and tradition, Dov Ber Cohen returned to his Jewish roots and the profound wisdom and insight to be found in the teachings of the great Jewish Sages throughout the generations. After becoming a Rabbi, Dov Ber has continued traveling the world, running programs to aid people in tapping into their greatest potential and guide their own journey through life in an empowered, mindful, and joyous way. He is currently a lecturer in Jerusalem and the author of Mastering Life: A Unique Guidebook to Jewish Enlightenment.
In this conversation we discuss what it means to be an "Enlightened Jewish Warrior", how to find spirituality in Judaism, the difference between Rabbis and Gurus, how to become more happy and calm, and some powerful mindfulness practices.
My new book, "The Four Elements of an Empowered Life" is now available! You can order it here: https://levx.org/four-elements/
Some of the resources quoted in the podcast include:
Seeing God by David Aaron
Living in the Presence By Benji Epstein
You can learn more about Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's classes and coaching on Levx.org or RabbiShlomo.com. Let's connect!

May 6, 2021 • 39min
Shavuot: Standing at Sinai and How to Have a Spiritual Experience
What exactly did the Jewish people experience at Sinai and how can we get it back? Why we feel inspired sometimes but not others.

Apr 14, 2021 • 30min
Pirkei Avot: The 3 Pillars of Jewish Living
In this class recording, Rabbi Shlomo explores a teaching from the book Pirkei Avot (Ethics from our Forefathers) that discusses the 3 pillars of Judaism. We explore the importance of balancing priorities, the difference between personal growth and trying to change the world, and what it means to be a Jewish influencer.

Feb 9, 2021 • 40min
Poetry of Prayer (Part 6): The Amidah and God's Attributes
In this series, Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum explores the deeper workings of prayer, how it contributes to our spiritual growth, and how to make it a powerful experience in your life.