Episodes

  • An Important Message for Wives and Mothers
    Oct 30 2025

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    57 mins
  • Short Shmuz on Parshas Noach: Don't Let Go
    Oct 22 2025

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    18 mins
  • Accepting the Master Plan
    Oct 21 2025

    You know that there are unhappy situations that cannot be changed. Sometimes, there are no easy solutions and you’re forced to live with the reality that Hashem has given you. When you’re confronted with a challenge, you’re given a choice: accept the master plan or cause yourself endless suffering. How do you make the decision that can lead to more happiness? How can you learn to let go of the hurt and anger you may feel deep inside? In the final class of the Pursuit of Happiness series, Rabbi Shafier offers a fresh direction in strengthening your emunah and bitachon for when you need it most.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Bereishis: The Moment Before Time Began
    Oct 16 2025

    Consider this: The Seforno says, “In the beginning” means at the very first moment of time itself. But if Hashem existed before that, how could time have a beginning? It's a good kashe, no? In this short but powerful shiur, Rabbi Shafier untangles this question with an astonishing message for your own life. Not sure what your purpose is? Struggling to find meaning and direction? Even if you're not beating back the voices of self-doubt and existential dread, you'll find plenty of interesting ideas and encouragement in this 15 minute Shmuz.

    Listen now.

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    16 mins
  • Your Attitude is Your Reality
    Sep 30 2025

    Thoughts lead to feelings. But it’s not so easy to change your thoughts. Even if you are leading a life filled with purpose and meaning, negative thought patterns can hold back your happiness. Rabbi Shafier offers practical guidance from a Torah perspective in this indispensable class.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Teshuva Shmuz 5786: Erase the Past Without Erasing Yourself
    Sep 29 2025

    If you’re ready to shake off the dust of inertia and start acting like a tzelem Elokim, listen to this year’s Teshuvah Shmuz!

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Rosh Hashanah Shmuz (The Sugyah)
    Sep 21 2025

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    59 mins
  • Only the Good Die Young
    Sep 17 2025

    A response to tragic events.

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    58 mins