Soulful Jewish Living: Mindful Practices For Every Day
Overstressed, overworked, overstimulated? Close your eyes, take a deep breath and tune in. In each episode Rabbi Josh Feigelson will guide with ancient wisdom and modern mindfulness practices to help center your soul and ease you into your week. Soulful Jewish Living: Mindful Practices for Every Day is a production of Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media, and the Institute for Jewish Spirituality.
Episodes
June 11, 2024 • 10 mins
This week, Rabbi Feigelson delves into the stress of airports, recounting a nerve-wracking customs experience that spiraled into wild anxiety about sinus rinse bottles. Using insights from the Torah portion of Naso, he highlights how our minds can quickly become a maze of stress and shares a quick meditation to keep calm, even in moments of internal chaos.
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June 4, 2024 • 10 mins
Sure, Torah is part of Judaism, but does it really feel important to your life? Join Rabbi Josh Feigelson as he celebrates his bar mitzvah anniversary by sharing insights on writing a dvar Torah, making meaningful connections in Jewish tradition, and cultivating mindfulness this Shavuot. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring reflections!
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May 28, 2024 • 11 mins
If your life has been impacted by the trillions of cicadas swarming the U.S. this summer you aren't alone. In this engaging episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson dives into the fascinating world of cicadas and how their massive emergence this year has impacted daily life in Illinois. Their disruption serves as a springboard for a deeper discussion on mindfulness, the benefits of walking meditation amidst distractions, and what it means for...
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May 21, 2024 • 14 mins
We all have that memory living rent free inside of our mind where, instead of thinking things through, we totally lost it. Maybe it was with a family member, a frustrating classmate, or maybe it was at... a Philharmonic concerts in Jerusalem? Join Rabbi Josh Feigleson as he explores the importance of taking a beat, resting our minds, and embracing moments of mindfulness.
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May 14, 2024 • 12 mins
Ever find yourself powerless in front of a big bowl of candy? Rabbi Josh Feigleson draws parallels between food and willpower and the broader Jewish teachings on mindfulness and consumption. He guides listeners through a mindful eating exercise, emphasizing the importance of presence and appreciation in everyday acts like eating, and linking these practices to spiritual and personal growth.
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May 7, 2024 • 9 mins
The Peleton and Kedoshim might have more in common than you thought. In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson draws a parallel between personalized fitness and the concept of kedusha (holiness) in the Torah portion Kedoshim. Tune in for practical insights on cultivating kavvanah and embodying holiness in your own distinct way.
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May 1, 2024 • 10 mins
What do Yom Kippur and Zen monks have in common? In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson explores the profound lesson of letting go, drawing from a classic Zen tale and the Yom Kippur scapegoat ritual to illustrate how Judaism teaches the importance of releasing burdens. Join him for a guided meditation that invites you to practice forgiveness and lighten your spiritual load.
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April 16, 2024 • 13 mins
Worried about what Passover will feel like in a post-10/7 world? Rabbi Josh Feigelson addresses anxiety this Passover and explores the concept of home and safety, emphasizing the spiritual hunger for belonging and peace in tumultuous times. Offering practical advice and spiritual practices, the episode invites listeners to prepare themselves for a holiday that demands openness, understanding and compassion while wrestling with the ...
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April 9, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson delves into the imaginative essence of Passover observance, highlighting how a sense of playfulness enriches mindfulness and strengthens connections to Jewish traditions.
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April 2, 2024 • 11 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson explores the story of Passover through the lens of a pivotal scene from Star Wars, and shares how to leave behind our personal "Egypt" of narrowness and find freedom.
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March 26, 2024 • 10 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson shares how to reflect on both the physical and spiritual aspects of readines through the lens of the upcoming holiday of Passover.
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March 19, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson looks at the story behind the upcoming holiday of Purim to understand the masks we wear and the courage it takes to reveal our true selves and live authentically.
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March 12, 2024 • 13 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson guides listeners through a group meditation exercise, aiming to cultivate interconnectedness and shared presence reminiscent of the sacred space of the Mishkan.
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March 5, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson reflects on the value of practice, inspired by cellist Yo-Yo Ma's perspective on the purpose of practice in mastering one's craft.
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February 27, 2024 • 7 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson reflects on the anxiety of uncertainty and introduces the concept of "always never know" as a mindfulness practice to embrace uneasiness and reduce anxiety in daily life.
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February 20, 2024 • 8 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson discusses the benefits and pitfalls of routines, emphasizing the importance of infusing habits with mindfulness and intention.
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February 13, 2024 • 8 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson reflects on what inner connection really means to us individually and how to build a home for spirituality within oneself.
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February 6, 2024 • 10 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson explores the concept of pressure and discusses the fine line between healthy pressure and oppression.
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Soulful Jewish Living: Mindful Practices for Every Day is a production of Unpacked, a division of OpenDor Media, and the Institute for Jewish Spirituality. This episode was sponsored by Jonathan and Kori Kalafer and the Somerset Patriots: The Bridgewater, NJ-based AA Affiliate of the New...
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January 30, 2024 • 11 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson emphasizes the critical role of checking our "air flow" in both breathing and life. He introduces a mindfulness practice that encourages letting go and trusting the process.
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January 23, 2024 • 9 mins
In this episode, Rabbi Josh Feigelson shares how to recognize moments of emotional tension and use the power of mindfulness to transform these challenges in a meaningful way.
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