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The Meaning of Gevura Rav Yisroel Reisman speaks about what ruins our kabalos, and what Gevurah really means.
What Makes us Human Rabbi Abraham Twerski, MD helps us understand what differentiates man from beast at the most basic level.
It Takes Only 3/10ths of a Second Rabbi Abraham Twerski, MD reveals the powerful nature of internet addiction.
"The Brown Bear and I" Rabbi Shafier elucidates on how we all have a bear inside of us, but we also have something that bear's don't have.
It's not your life to give up on Rabbi Yosef Viener gives us new insight on not giving up, even when the struggle seems so hard.
The Biggest Gift to Your Children Rabbi Yosef Viener explains how overcoming nisyonos is the greatest gift we can pass on to our offspring.
Kedusha U'Malchus Rav Moshe Weinberger explains what are the two main jobs of the generation before Moshaich.
The Job of Our Generation Rabbi Moshe Weinberger movingly admonishes *(with tears!)* the elitist mentality of those who look down upon others who stumble in these areas.
Chinuch for Ourselves (and our Children) Learning to focus on the REAL you.
Can't Compete with a Smart Phone Rav Ephraim Wachsman shares the sad story of a mechanech.
Two Types of Eyes Rav Ephraim Wachsman reveals the connection between the two types of eyes that we each have.
The Messiras Nefesh We Must Have Rav Ephraim Wachsman speaks about the challenges we face today, and how careful we must be about what enters our homes.
Does Teshuvah Help for These Aveiros? Rav Ephraim Wachsman encourages us with practical eitzos on how we can fix ourselves in the area of Yesod (Foundation).
The Power of Every Little Step Rav Ephraim Wachsman talks about the huge madreigos a person can reach today with relatively little effort.
The Generation that Can Bring Moshiach Why was our generation chosen to be the last before Moshiach can finally come?
The Key to the Outer Chamber What is the only thing that Hashem doesn't have?
The Most Beautiful Menorah An inspiring story with a practical tip on how to encourage ourselves with shmiras einayim.
YIRAS SHAMAYIM What is Yiras Shamayim, and how do we get it if we can't see Hashem?
WHY IS THE WORLD SO DARK? An amazing insight from Rav Dessler Zatza"l that can literally change our lives!
EXPERIENCING SPIRITUAL PLEASURE Our spiritual eyes are dependent on our physical eyes.
OPEN OUR EYES TO YOUR TORAH What did the eye surgeon say about the eyes of a Tzadik?
Hashem, Help us Want to Want Rabbi Moshe Tzvi Weinberg explains what we should really be davening for.
Put a Wall Between the Past and the Future Rabbi Moshe Tzvi Weinberg talks about how the past has no right to effect our present.
Those Tied Above Don't Slip Below Rabbi Moshe Tzvi Weinberg - When we know we can't, that's when Hashem takes over and we CAN.
The First Step into Kedusha Rabbi Moshe Tzvi Weinberg talks about the inherent ability of every Jew to be Kadosh, no matter what.
EISHES YEFAS TO'AR What did Rav Yechezkel Abramsky tell the group of non-religious boys?
Look at These 3 Things Rabbi Gershon Avtzon explains how to keep our "eyes" on the goal.
Why We Need Two Eyes Rabbi Gershon Avtzon shares a story from when the 6th Lubavitcher Rebbe, Reb Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, was a child.
Ayin Tova What does a "Good Eye" have to do with a good memory?
Eiyin Tachas Eiyin Rabbi Gershon Avtzon explains a deeper meaning to "eye under an eye".
HE WON'T DO TESHUVAH What is the cause of all the sins in the area of arayus?
Galus Edom Rav Yosef Elefant explains the essense of Edom, and how today's technology espouses this essense of superficiality.
Atrophied Brains Rav Yosef Elefant explains why many of today's teens can't sit and learn.
Stay Here with the Donkey Rav Yosef Elefant encourages us to leave a place in our lives where the donkey is left behind.
Lo Sasuru Rav Yosef Elefant elucidates the real meaning of the words "Lo Sasuru".
REVERSE THE PEER PRESSURE Rav Yosef Elefant speaks at the Agudah convention about what he considers an existential threat to the Torah way of life, in that children today feel peer pressure to have smartphones at younger and younger ages. (Click here for the full talk). See also here for the new initiative of Modern Orthodox schools in Bergen County.
Just Get on the Ladder! Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein inspires us not to be afraid of failure.
DON'T SELL YOUR SOUL It's one thing to sacrifice and suffer to achieve our goals, but don't let the "other side" own you!
THE HARLOTS OF MOAV Bilam's plan to destroy us hasn't changed.
Rise Above the Natural Rabbi Leib Kelemen explains the purpose of Torah.
"Lest One Come to Tilt" Rabbi Ilan Meirov shows us how Chazal would relate to open internet today.
I am with you, and I will be with you Rabbi YY Jacobson shares the secret of the name that Hashem revealed to the Jews in Mitzrayim, and how it relates to tikkun habris.
The dream falls flat Rabbi YY Jacobson gives us a real wake up call for Fantasies!
TO HEAR OUR INNER VOICE How can we figure out what really needs healing inside of us?
ADDICTION DOESN'T SOLVE ANYTHING Does it seem sometimes that Halacha wants to take all the fun out of life?
Take What You Can Rabbi Yissocher Frand speaks about what we can learn from Yosef Hatzadik.
The Strength to Remain Holy Rabbi Yissocher Frand speaks about how the Yidden were able to remain holy in Mitzrayim.
Why Yosef had to go down to Mitzrayim First Rabbi Yissocher Frand explains why Yosef had to go down to Mitzrayim before everyone else.
Giving Up the Goods At what precise moment did Esav throw it all away?
Make sure you're wearing your good pants! R' Sholom Rubashkin's son shares an important insight which can help us hold back from forbidden temptations.
"I can't Turn off my Phone" Rav Coren speaks about the challenge of our smartphones today, and how we should always have someone who we can reach out to for help.
Og Melech Habashan Rabbi Daniel Coren shares an amazing dream, revealing what is the last job of the generation before Moshiach.
Flashes of Light in the Darkness Rabbi Daniel Coren illustrates how our darkest times are often periods of the greatest growth.
Living in the Now Rabbi Daniel Coren asks why Chazal compare the first nisayon of Avraham Avinu (lech lecha) to the huge nisayon of the Akeida. The answer can change your life!
CELEBRATE EACH MOMENT OF SUCCESS How do the words of Rebbe "There are those who acquire their world in a moment" relate to Kabbalas HaTorah?
THE SMACK FROM THE TZITZIS A story in the Gemara that can give a lot of chizuk to our generation.
KRO-NOH; CALL OUT What does Hashem want from those who feel trapped in the impurity of Mitzrayim?
HIRUREI TESHUVAH What did Reb Aryeh Leib Shteinman tell the boy who was Mechalel Shabbos?
Shmiras Einayim Kept Me Going R' Shalom Mordechai Rubashkin speaks about the damage we do to our eyes and minds when we watch non-Jewish movies.
They Can't Imprison Our Minds R' Shalom Mordechai Rubashkin shares how he avoided allowing his mind to be imprisoned.
Save Your Imagination R' Shalom Mordechai Rubashkin speaks about the power of using our imagination for Kedusha and suggests how we can preserve it.
Bilam's Eitza is Back Rav Yaakov Hillel talks lament how the Bnos Moav have returned today in the form of technology.
Prayer by Design Rabbi Lazer Brody reveals the secret of beating the Yetzer Hara even though he's stronger than us.
Best Insurance Rabbi Lazer Brody reveals the best insurance policy to having good frum children.
Who can yell at Hashem? Rabbi Lazer Brody explains what kind of prayers always get answered.
The Key How to convince your wife and daughters to dress modestly
The Meaning of Surrender R' Gavriel Sassoon shares how he was able to survive the unfathomable tragedy of losing 7 of his children in a fire.
Living with Meaning R' Gavriel Sassoon - If we're willing to die for Kiddush Hashem, we should be willing to LIVE for it as well!
Rav Ovadia's Secret Rabbi Daniel Glatstein shares Rav Ovadia's explanation of why he merited such a good memory for Torah.
A True Story about Shmirat Einayim Rabbi Yosef Palacci shares a story about the power of Shmirat Einayim to bring Bracha into our lives.
The Secret Behind a Korban Rabbi Palacci shows us how we can bring Korbonos every day, even though we don't have a Beis Hamikdash.
Down Boy! Rabbi Yosef Palacci discusses why the Yetzer Hara, the Satan and the Angel of Death are all the same.
THE LADY DANCERS A powerful story of sacrifice and determination in the face of a public tznius challenge.
IT'S NOT OUR EYES Our sages say the Torah is only given to those who are humble, as the Pasuk says: "And they stood at the foot of the mountain". What does true humility mean, and how does it relate to shmiras einayim?
MAKE IT REAL What does Yirat Shamayim mean?
BATHHOUSE OF DEMONS When we are mosser nefesh for shmiras habris, Hashem makes miracles for us!
How the Nachash got Chava to Fall Yaakov, GYE Founder, discusses the foundation of staying holy in today's difficult world.
The Bitter-Sweet Olive Leaf When is bitter sweet, and when is sweet bitter?
Idols of the Mind Yaakov, GYE Founder, talks about the new Avoda Zara--and the new Messiras Nefesh--of our generation.
The Secret of Real Strength Yaakov, GYE Founder, shares some thoughts on what it means to build a Mishkan in our own hearts and tap in to the eternal strength of the Jewish people.
Who would we prefer working for? Yaakov from GYE shares some thoughts on why the Jewish people had to be in Mitzrayim before they could receive the HaTorah, and how it relates to our struggle with the Yetzer Hara.
Shmiras Einayim in Birkas Hashachar Yaakov from GYE illustrates how the brachos we say each morning are powerfully connected to our struggle and growth in this area.
The Japanese of WWII Yaakov Nadel from GYE discusses what we can learn from those who serve false gods.
French to the Soul Yaakov Nadel brings a Moshol from Rav Elya Mayer Bloch Zatza"l
The Difference Between a Tzadik and a Rasha Yaakov Nadel, GYE Co-Founder, suggests that two people may be the same in deeds, yet one is a tzadik and the other a rasha.
The Significance of the Name "What was the secret strength of Yaakov Avinu, that was passed down to all his offspring?"
The Secret Weapon of the Jews To understand the secret of Jewish survival is to also understand winning the Yetzer Hara!
THE ONLY WAY HASHEM WILL HELP An inspiring and powerful excerpt from a talmid of the Magid of Mezritch about desire.
HOW TO GET THROUGH A TOUGH TEST What can we do if we're hit with an unexpected test that feels almost impossible to overcome?
NOTHING'S IN OUR HANDS, BESIDES... What does it mean that everything is in the hands of Heaven besides for "Fear of Heaven"?
WHO'S LEADING? We all have a donkey, the question is - "who's in charge?"
STEP UP TO THE PLATE IN THE WEEK OF "YESOD" Hashem has brought the "Tree of Knowledge" from the Garden of Eden back again. Will we succeed this time?
LASTING TESHUVAH How can we finally make a real change that lasts?
CHOOSING LIFE An important Rosh Hashana message from Yaakov Nadel, GYE founder: What are we asking for when we daven for LIFE this year?
The TOP 10 Lessons of the Corona Virus What is Hashem trying to tell us?
A CORONA FOR THE KING How can we make Hashem our King NOW, before He reveals Himself to the whole world?
THE BROKEN CHOSSON Things don't seem that bad overall - so what are we really mourning for?
INIQUITY IN MY HEART How can we approach Hashem knowing that our hearts are impure?
The Yesod of Spiritual Success Rabbi Yerachmiel Goldman reads from Rav Shimshon Pinkus's sefer about why one bochure succeeds while another one fails.
Two Types of Giborim Rav Dovid Tugendhaft describes two types of people that impress him most in regard to the battle of Kedusha.
FEATS OF VALOR Have you ever heard of a single man taking down an entire fortress filled with warriors?
GADOL HAMETZUVEH Does doing what you "have to" make it any less precious in Hashem's eyes?
WHERE WE CAN FIND HASHEM Hashem is closest to us in our most difficult moments.
USING OUR DRIVES RIGHT Does the drug epidemic in Klal Yisrael today have anything to do with us?
POKEACH IVRIM Could the Moshiach pass right in front of someone and he won't see him?
We've Got What They Want The famous radio show host, Michael Savage, aint no Rabbi in any sense of the word, so what's he doing on our daily boost? Well chevra, sometimes it takes hearing from an outsider to help us appreciate the treasures we have!
Understanding Pleasure According Chassidus Rabbi Yossi Paltiel reveals the kabbalistic secret of why we desire pleasure and exhorts us to choose the right type of pleasure.
Why do we have air conditioners? Rabbi Yechiel Spero shares a nice thought on why Hashem has given us such a comfortable world today.
The Yetzer Hara Never Gives Up Rabbi Yechiel Spero shares a great story that shows how hard the Yetzer Hara works to challenge our convictions. We can learn from him how hard we need to work to fight back!
THE CHIDAH'S SNUFF BOX Many of you are probably _still_ reluctant to take on the *YESOD* challenge - but it's still not too late! Listen to the amazing story in today's boost to appreciate the power of changing engrained habits, then go to bit.ly/2Mmn2mc and join in honor of Kabalas HaTorah! *YOU CAN DO IT!*
365 WAYS TO FAIL Why does the Torah have more "Do Nots" than "Dos"?
Two Thoughts that Don't Go Together R' Yisroel Aplebaum reveals a deeper meaning to the words of Chazal: "Don't speak too much with a woman".
The Hole in the Barrel R' Yisroel Aplebaum gives us chizuk for Bein Hazmanim.
The Sin and Its Consequence "What's so bad about looking if I don't do anything?"
Teshuva's Power "What's the difference between a chozer b'teshuvah and a ba'al t'shuvah?"
Guarding the Gates "Have you ever tried to drive in the rain without turning on the windshield wipers?"
Shabbos = Digital Detox Rabbi Jonathan Sacks discusses the consequences of addiction to digital devices.
Is it Yichud to take a phone to the bathroom? Rabbi Noam Wagner responds and inspires.
Our Community Rabbi Shlomo Sternberg warns that we can live in a good Jewish community and yet it can be as if we live in the worst community.
The Chachamim vs. the Tzedukim How a seemingly insignificant halachic disagreement reflects a major difference in perspective.
CHECK THE BREAKS A powerful lesson from the Magid of Jerusalem regarding the Mitzvos of Milah and Pesach - "In your blood you shall live".
Light and Dark Rabbi Noach Isaac Oelbaum brings from the Shla"h Hakadosh about the two types of eyes that we all have.
Giving Up the Goods Rabbi Shraga Kallus brings a story that challenges us all to ask ourselves what we're really willing to give up.
CASHING IN ON THE BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY The darkness seems never-ending, but that's the very reason we can be zoche to much.
IN A WHEELCHAIR Wouldn't life be better if we could just look at whatever we wanted?
TAKING A STAND Standing up to those things that enslave us seems hard at first, but it's actually freeing!
SUPPRESS THE YETZER HARAH! What's the best eitza for the nisyonos of the summer bein hazmanim?
A YESOD FOR LIFE The heavier the cholent, the more we'll eat.
Man's Job - Wife's Job Rabbi Yaron Reuven speaks frankly about avoiding tempation, from both the perspective of the man and his wife.
LO SASURU Is a man allowed to look at a woman who is not his wife? Rabbi Zamir Cohen teaches us the Halachos in a nutshell, and also expounds on the great benefits enjoyed in THIS world by those who guard their eyes!
"AND YOU HAVE SURPASSED THEM ALL" There's one halacha that would reduce 80% of today's divorce cases, if everyone kept it properly.
GUARDING THE BRIS The Kabbalistic importance of guarding our Brit and our Eyes.
HOW YOSEF HELD BACK Remembering who we really are.
A Rasha or a Tzadik? The amazing spiritual heights we can reach every time we practice self control.
The Power of Hope What's the worst thing you could do when things look hopeless? Despair.
PRECIOUS DUST We often think that if we struggle a lot, we must be bad people, but the exact opposite is true!
THE LOWLY ON TOP In the upper worlds, they don't judge by results.
SAVE YOUR SOULS Many people claim it's too hard to guard their eyes, but is that really an excuse?
KEDUSHA The secret to real and lasting pleasure.
"AND THEY GAVE LIFE TO THE CHILDREN" If someone asks you to do or look at something you shouldn't, what does that tell you?
THE THIRTEENTH MIDAH Can Hashem really clean me up?
Salvation in the Blink of an Eye A true story about the power of shmiras einayim.
What did the girl ask the Rabbi? What did the girl ask the Rabbi?
Doing What's Right Our actions often don't determine the results. We can only do what's right and leave the rest to Hashem.
HOW WE IDENTIFY OURSELVES The power of speech and accountability to help us view ourselves differently.
CHOOSE YOUR IDENTITY Imagine you woke up one day and had no recollection of who you are!
HOW WE IDENTIFY OURSELVES - PART 2 The way we see ourselves influences how we act - and _vice versa_. (See here for part 1: gyeboost.org/archives/409).
A Little Light Banishes Lots of Darkness An enlightening story from the Steipler - and some tips on using the power of the Chanukah candles.
DO YOU REALIZE WHO YOU ARE? How were Yosef and the entire Jewish nation able to withstand the great nisyonos of Mitzrayim for hundreds of years?
Allowing Hashem into our Lives Shmirat Einayim is the key to so much blessing - and to saving us so much other pain.
BEING LIKE THE GEDOLIM Greatness is only about "giving it your all".
TURN ON THE LIGHTS Rabbi Efem Goldberg, in a shiur on Messilas Yesharim, speaks about taking stock and avoiding obstacles through the lens of the Ramchal.
"AND BEHOLD, A CHILD WAS CRYING" Is there a difference in the way a Jew and a non-Jew cry?
THE FLOOD BEFORE MOSHIACH The Yetzer Hara knows his time is coming, so he's making sure _we_ have no time for what's important.
HASHEM PICKS US UP Moving forward no matter what!
BEING READY TO SACRIFICE A short anecdote that brings out how we don't lose by sacrificing for shmiras einayim.
TZEDAKA SAVES FROM DEATH (Yiddish with English subtitles) A true story that happened recently in the old city of Jerusalem. Please send us feedback on how you feel this story relates to our struggle with Shmiras Einayim.
AND HASHEM HARDENED PHARAOHS HEART When we understand that it's only Hashem who makes it _seem_ hard, we can strengthen ourselves to overcome the Yetzer Hara!
WHO'S THE BOSS? The Yetzer Hara tries to convince us that he's running the show, but who is really holding the key?
THE KIYOR HAD NO MEASUREMENT The smallest deed for purity defies measurement!
THE MEASURE THAT SAVED $70,000 A recent story which portrays the siyata dishmaya we merit by setting high purity standards.
HUMAN VS ANIMAL What differentiates a human from an animal? An anecdote from Rav Shalom Shvadron Zatza"l.
TODAY'S LOFTY YIDDEN Who did the Beis Yisrael call today's "Balei Madreigos"?
THE MESHULACH WHO GUARDED HIS EYES A story that illustrates the divine blessing we invoke by guarding our eyes.
HASHEM WANTS YOUR KEILIM A beautiful parable from the Medrash.
TALKING TO A WALL If we could only see what we accomplish with each small step we take!
THE SOLDIER WITHOUT CLOTHES Do we let embarrassment stand in the way of what's truly important?
WE'RE PROGRAMMED FOR PLEASURE In continuation of yesterday's theme, we bring you R' Noach speaking about what real pleasure is all about. See t2m.io/MK2JJkxx for his famous dissertation on the five levels of pleasure.
TO SEE THE SHECHINAH Rabbi Avrohom Krohn:* How can we merit to see Hashem's presence?
THE SECRET TO WISDOM When does Hashem give a person wisdom?
REMEMBERING OUR LEARNING What's the secret to understanding and retaining the Torah we learn?
THE ANGEL'S REBUKE How can we protect ourselves from the inevitable infiltration of the outside world?
WHY'S HE MADE OF EYES? What's the main tool in the Yetzer Hara's arsenal, and how can we protect ourselves?
THE FRAILTY OF MAN No matter how holy the time of year, or how holy the person, he is susceptible to falls in this area.
ON GUARD An anecdote from Rabbi Avigdor Miller about how careful we need to be in these areas, translated practically to today's technology.
SKIN FILTER FOR THE MIDYANITE WOMEN Even the greatest men need eitzos to be saved from the Yetzer Hara.
THE INNER PEACE THAT PURITY BRINGS When we're not slaves to our desires the quality of our lives is on an entirely different plane.
DOG FOOD We can only leave Mitzrayim when we understand that we're inherently different than the Egyptians.
SPIRITUAL GERMS What can we learn from the Corona masks?
THE SYMBOLISM OF THE BRIT Judaism understands the power of this drive and guides us on keeping it in check.
ARE WE COGNIZANT? We live in such a confusing generation, let's be vigilant!
THE POWER OF ONE ACT A story about the power of Shmiras Einayim.
TIME TO THINK Rebbe Nachman exhorts us not to wait until the end, but to find a few moments each day to contemplate the emptiness of desire.
SIMCHA IS THE CURE-ALL Rebbe Nachman teaches that no sin can be so bad that sadness won't make it worse!
TURNING IT AROUND Why is there so much suffering, both in this world and then in Gehenom?
THE GREATNESS OF OUR GENERATION What made Moshe Rabbeinu so humble?
"SHORTCUTS - THE SOURCE OF SHAME" Powerful chizuk for a guy who wants to marry a _Bas Melech_, and a girl who wants to be a princess.
EYES OF PURITY A lesson from Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai about seeing the world in a different way.
THE OUTDOOR CONCERT A story about the power of guarding our eyes.
WHY DO WE NEED THE BET HAMIKDASH?! The world today and the world to come.
LEARNING FROM THE YETZER HARA Use your enemy to your advantage.
IGNORE THE 80 PERCENT What did Rav Aharon Leib Shteinman zatza"l tell the school principle, and what can we learn from it in our journey to holiness?
RE-ACCEPTING THE TORAH This annual event aint just for the righteous!
THE CZAR AND THE SOLDIER Stepping up to the plate can shoot you straight to the top!
TECHNOLOGY & PARNASSA Moneyhalacha.com discusses the halachos of using technology to make a living.
DO IT FOR YOUR CHILDREN Ever heard of spiritual genetics?
MESSAGE FROM A DOCTOR What do Insulin and shmiras einayim have in common?
WHY DON'T I FEEL JOY? Adding toppings to the Torah is not always a good idea.
CORONAVIRUS & MOSHIACH Everyone's talking about Moshiach in these crazy times, but who who will really bring him?
THE SCAPEGOAT What can we learn from the avodah of Yom Kippur regarding our fight to push the Yetzer Hara off a cliff?
GET OUT OF THIS COUNTRY! Between the Corona quarantines and the riots in the streets, Rav Pincus's prophetic rebuke many years ago is calling out to us louder than ever!
WE'RE LOSING IT Are these devices allowing us to become even half of the people we could be?
A PRECIOUS GIFT The 8 year old boy in the hospital and the heartfelt promise.
OPERATION MIDYAN When it comes to moral purity, it's not enough to just decide to change.
RABBA EMUNASECHA After all we've done, how can we know that we're still connected to Hashem?
Rav Shalom Shvadron and the game of Soccer What makes sports so interesting to millions of people around the world?
THE THOUSAND DOLLAR WINE Using our eyes right makes them worthy vessels for Hashem's light.
THE WORKOUT Why was he in so much pain?
GETTING HIGH ON G-D What can lift us up above all our struggles?
THE SOCIAL MEDIA PANDEMIC Where are our eye masks?
AVOIDING NISAYON Why wasn't Rav Aharon Kotler scared of the big dog?
SEVEN BILLION PEOPLE AND US How many people out there care to do Hashem's will?