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In this episode I talk about the first few mitzvahs, or commandments, in Judaism that my husband and I decided to observe to connect more to God. I share about the challenges of changing to the new lifestyle, but also about our excitement and drive to continue our spiritual growth.
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Quote by Rabbi Nachman of Breslov

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***Last episode of Season 4***

I think it's safe to say that structure is good for everyone because it provides organization, reduces stress due to predictability, and makes us more productive. While we can find structure at work for our physical body, for example, where can we find structure for our soul? I found it in Judaism, in the Old Testament, and now I want to share with you how these ancient teaching and commandments not only promote spiritual growth but also keep us safe and heading in the right direction - in the direction of love, health, happiness and success.

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Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
Quote by Rabbi Ginsburg

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If you've been listening to this podcast from the first episode, you know that I started this journey as a way of doing some soul-searching. It has been a complete year since the initiation of Love to Heal, and I am happy to announce that the search is over! I have found myself spiritually in Judaism (I am Jewish after all), and the episodes going forward will be based primarily, if not strictly, on Jewish Scripture. You do not need to be Jewish to benefit from listening to this podcast, as the ancient wisdom and guidance is applicable to all people, no matter the religion or type of spirituality. I have found a tremendous amount of teachings in the Old testament that apply wonderfully to modern life and have the potential to improve all aspects of our lives.

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In season 2, I talked about giving and receiving in the sense of energy. In this episode, I explore the benefits of giving from a religious standpoint, namely from the perspectives of Judaism, Islam and Christianity. The Old Testament offers much guidance on philanthropy, as well as clues as to why giving is important. I examine the origin of tithing and charity and conclude that giving money, time, and, of course, love is the best investment for any human being, since the return is stupendous.

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Film "Ushpizin"
Poem by C.A. Lynch

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A true believer in God cannot, by definition, become depressed.
For non-believers, when goals in life fail, they get depressed. Earthly goals like money, relationships and fame are temporary in nature and provide only temporary happiness. For believers, It all comes down to our ultimate goal - to get closer to God. This is a goal that cannot fail because it is permanent, it is forever and cannot be destroyed. As long as we have this goal in sight, we will continuously receive Divine energy for health, wealth and happiness.

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Author Sergei Lazarev
Poem by Denise Levertov

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Inspired by the book "Hold on to your kids", this episode outlines the importance of children's attachment to parents from birth to adolescence, explains why peer orientation is catastrophic to a child's development, and what can be done to foster or to re-kindle parent-child relationships.
I bring up the point of the transmission of culture, which traditionally was always vertical - culture was passed down from one generation to the next and with it were passed down wisdom, values, customs, music and stories. Nowadays, the transmission of culture is horizontal, meaning we look to our peers for advice on what to wear, eat, read, watch and do, which is equivalent to the blind leading the blind, in addition to the fact that peers are not able to provide the unconditional love and security that family can. This is where the importance of tradition comes into play, for which I am a big advocate, and which I have found for myself in Judaism.
If you have young children, this episode is for you!

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"Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers" by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté
Quote by author L.R. Knost

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The fall season is an important time for souls. In this episode, I draw a parallel between New Age and Judaism regarding the fall trial for human souls. Around the fall equinox, it is believed that our souls go through a revision, and depending on how much love has been accumulated, our future lessons get adjusted. Meanwhile, in Judaism, there are two fall holidays - Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur - during which God decides our fate, we appeal the decision, and the final verdict is returned. It is both interesting and comforting to know that since we are not saints, our goal is not to be perfectly righteous, but to do our best, to learn from our mistakes and become and do better in the future.

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Parable by Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev

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As promised in previous episodes, I explain what 5D consciousness is, why we are shifting to this new reality and what to expect from it. I dare compare 5D to the coming of the messiah as described in Judaism and encourage everyone inspired by this to lead the transition by serving as lightworkers - people that demonstrate love and compassion in all situations, acting as a positive force in the world.
I remind you that inner work, such as meditation and prayer, is important and valid, and can change our world by raising the collective vibration.

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Maya Davis - life coach