The Rebbe’s advice - Rabbi Chaim Wolosow Rabbi Chaim Wolosow
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- Religion & Spirituality
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To date there are 30 volumes of the Rebbe’s correspondence (Igros Kodesh) that have been published. In the Rebbe's correspondence one sees his scholarship, concern for every individual, and the communal projects which he pioneered. This podcast is a recording from our daily studies in these letters.
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4151b - This is not the way to make up for the past by fasting to do Teshuvah.
As the Alter Rebbe writes, nowadays fasting can, God forbid, bring health issues. Study more Torah, daven properly with a minyan, and say Tehilim. Study Chitas. Do as the Rebbe Maharash said: take 15 minutes to think about your situation to bring about an addition to your Torah and mitzvot.
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4151c - Strengthening the connection to Hashem through Torah and Mitzvot brings unity among Yidden.
To restart your studies: a. There needs to be enough time to continue your influence on your friends and community, which requires dedication and commitment. b. Even if you can find time, it should be for the purpose of obtaining a certificate or diploma to help with future livelihood.
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4151 - Rebbe's letter of recommendation to support the Lubavitch Yeshivah in Lod.
Especially given the need to absorb new immigrants from Morocco etc., which is literally saving lives. Anyone who is involved in the great merit of supporting Torah learning, especially in the institution of the Rebbe, brings blessings to all their needs.
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4148 - Women helped build the sanctuary and refused to make the golden calf.
Moshe, the faithful shepherd, responded to Joshua: 'Hashem should grant the prophets even more than Hashem has offered.'
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4149 - It's better to use Hydrocortisone than Tuckerton.
You mention that reciting Chasidus can be challenging due to your distractions. Our sages teach that accepting the yoke of Torah eases worldly burdens. Occupying one's mind in thought allows for a more realistic acceptance of worries, without exaggeration, especially when engaged in Torah, which brings healing.
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4150 - Should I start dressing like a Lubavitcher, with a black hat, etc.?
Don't rush into it if you're not sure. For now, focus on increasing your studies, especially Chasidus, which strengthens the love and fear of Hashem. Revisit the idea later on. You have to be sure about this decision so that you won't change your mind because some people might make fun.
https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/012/006/4150