In this episode of the In Search of More podcast, Eli Nash interviews Rabbi Aryeh Siegel about his transformative journey from a challenging upbringing in Chicago and early educational frustrations to his deep dive into Transcendental Meditation. Rabbi Siegel reflects on his experiences as a TM teacher, critiquing the initiation process and the mystique of its mantras, and contrasts the initial allure of Eastern practices in the 1960s with the eventual disillusionment caused by their commercialization and misrepresentation.
Prompted by a profound message from a spiritual authority, Rabbi Siegel shifted away from intensive meditation and renounced elements of Hindu imagery to realign with his Jewish identity. He now advocates for "kosher meditation" as a healthier alternative, emphasizing the importance of integrating meditation practices with Jewish values.
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Watch Rabbi Siegel's Meditation Animations:
English Version |https://youtu.be/V6NaToT6IqI
Hebrew Version |https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kYaDVElqro&t=27s
This animation introduces a simple technique for triggering the relaxation response discussed in the podcast. It's easy to learn, effective, beginner-friendly, and free of Avodah Zorah (Idolatrous content). Numerous scientific studies have demonstrated that this type of deep relaxation practice can significantly reduce stress and improve physical and mental well-being.I suggest watching the animation twice: first to understand the setup and then to practice the meditation.
Rabbi Menachem Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe, regarded meditation as a valuable tool for those who feel overwhelmed by daily challenges such as workplace stress, family issues, health concerns, and financial pressures. However, he cautioned against regular meditation for those who successfully manage their work, family, and community responsibilities.
We're building two websites,KosherMeditation.com andKosherCalm.org, which will offer more information about this meditation and other self-help tools for health and healing. A book on kosher meditation is almost complete. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at RabbiAryeh@KosherMeditation.com. Please share your contact details for website launch and book release updates.
For more information about the halakhic challenges of Transcendental Meditation, visithttps://www.TMDeception.com
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