My grandfather, Reb Shlomo Wolbe, often shared wisdom through stories that illustrated life's complexities. One such tale revealed how unseen negative traits can fester within us, challenging our spiritual wellness as surely as any physical ailment might undermine our health. In our latest episode, we draw from the profound insights of Isaiah and King Solomon to navigate the murky waters of character flaws. We delve into the notion that these internal adversaries can distort our choices, luring us towards harmful actions. With the guidance of the wise acting as healers for our souls, we discuss the path to recognizing and overcoming these faults to realign ourselves with virtue.As we unpack the importance of self-awareness, we engage listeners in a journey of introspection, encouraging you to unearth both the strengths and weaknesses that shape who you are. This episode considers the unique blend of traits that each person carries, illuminated by the teachings of the Orchos Tzaddikim, and reveals how acknowledging our shortcomings is as crucial as recognizing our divine gifts. Through thoughtful discussion and personal reflection, we underscore the transformative power of working on oneself—an endeavor that is as challenging as it is rewarding. Join us to discover how self-improvement is not just an act of self-love but a commitment to the continuous evolution of our character.This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio D in Passaic, NJ on April 21, 2024.Released as Podcast on April 22, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! 

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