TachlisTalks: Growth-oriented Torah messages: Recent Episodes
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Tachlis [Hebrew for "The Goal" / "Maximum Potential"]. Tachlis Talks - inspiring, empowering Torah messages of meaning and relevance. Join Rabbi Yitzchok Preis as he helps audiences grow - and achieve their tachlis!
The corruption that warranted the flood - and a fascinating perspective on teh linkage of petty theft and 'idolatry.
Associated with Parsha of Noach
The tragic 'dark' death of Avraham ben Avraham [ne Valentine Potacki], the 'light' it generated and the further illumination we can provide.
We tend to be spooked by silence. And not only eerie silence. Oru discomfort with lapses in conversation sometimes generates needless [or worse!] comments. Let's learn to value silence - and use it appropriately. Associated with the Parsha of Shmini.
Associated with the Parsha of Vayikra and the Pesach Seder. Stump your friends and family with this Chad Gadya perplexity!
A message about developing the self control and self esteem necessarry to respect others' privacy. Associated with Parsha of Tetzaveh.
assocaited with Parsha of Bo. Pharao's "inattentivess" and our capacity to gain immensely by being more mindful.
Associated with Parsha of Shmos -and every opportunity for growth, at someone else's expense.
Confirmation Bias is of the most common reasons to keep travelling down a worng route in life. How do we manage to pull off the road and redirect ourselves? A TachlisTalk for Parsha of Mikeitz.
Life often twists and turns in directions we would not have fathomed or desired. How we act to various detours and roadblocks can help determine if we get to the real "destination". Associated with Parsha of Toldos
Lessons from Rivka [Rebecca] and her effort-filled, unmeasured giving. Associated with Parsha of Chayei Sarah.
Avraham passes a major "Nisayon", often translated as a "test", but actually more like a Upgrade. Associated with Parsha of Vayyera and the International Shabbos Project. NOTE: T.A.C.H.L.I.S. steps meet the following criteria: Timely, Accountable, Challenge, Healthy, Less is more, "I" can, Sustainable
Singing someone's praise can sometimes 'fall flat' or even be hazardous. Discover why - and how to make sure your compliments are fully 'kosher'. Associated with Parsha of Noach. Share your [ complimentary;) ] feedback - tachliscoaching@gmail.com
We've all got some of Grandpa Adam's genes. so let's better understand what "Adam" means and the implications for our own lives. (the following may help clarify one of the points toward the end of the podcast: ADaM =Alef+Dalet+Mem) Associated with Parsha of B'resihis/B'reishit
No, that's not a typo in the title. Sometimes it takes an ironic cartoon to wake us up to reassess our behaviors and our lives. Feedback and inquiries always welcome: tachliscoaching@gmail.com
TachlisTalks shares practical tips for breaking bad habits. Associated with the mitzva of teshuvah, the Parsha of Nitzavim-Vayelech, and the Rosh Hashana/ Yom Kippur season.
Motivation, and methodology, to control our comments. Associated with Parsha of Ki Savo and gearing up toward Rosh Hashana.
A lesson in developing greater sensitivity to others, associated with Parsha of Ki Seizei/Ki Teitzei.
Message associated with the Parsha of Shoftim and the little-known 5th Judge of Israel, Gideon.
We're a giving people - but can always use a little boost to our motivation, and recognition that we have within our capacity to be greater givers. Associated with Parsha of Re'eh.
First in our new Tachlis Talks series on Shalom Bayis [Harmony in the Home]. What is "Shalom" and a few 'tachlis' steps toward achieving it. have Shalom Bayis quesions you'ld like us o address? Email us: TachlisCoaching@gmail.com.
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The Parsha of Chukas draws attention to the error made by Moshe Rabbeinu [ Moses] when he allowed his frustration with our 'just not getting it.' How do we react -and how can we better react! - when despite our authority, "they just don't listen"?
As those of us in the Midwest [USA] experience days on end of rain, and given that almost everyone experiences rain-gloom sometime, some perspective that can help bring out the sunshine!
Kavod - no, not Covid - but Kavod, the Hebrew term for Honor. Important, but hazardous. Perspectives associated with Parsha [Torah portion] of Emor
"Love Your Neighbor", "Love The 'Stranger'" Life lessons from these phrases of Parsha [Torah portion] of Kedoshim. Dedicated in memory of Kaleb Isaac Brill.
Combating greed and stinginess with a lesson from this week's double-portions of Tazria-Metzora.
As we approach the Parsha [Torah portion] of Tzav and continue to cope with the Corona plague.... a Parsha-related pre-Pesach thought.
This recording was made during the dark, dark cloud of the Corona Virus and anticipating many closed synagogues for the upcoming Torah parshas [portions] of Vayakhel-Pikudei.
Parsha of Tetzaveh and Megillah of Esther both draw attention to 'garb'. Discover the trick of "Making the man" by "Faking the man".
Associated with Parsha of Terumah. Please share your suggested techniques for motivating OURSELVES to give generously to the "less grand" campaigns.
Join us as we determine the incredible degree of sensitivity he Torah expects us to have for each other -and ourselves! Associated with Parsha of Mishpatim.
A TachlisTalk for Parsha of Yisro[Yitro]. Feedback, questions, comments: ypreis@gmail.com or TachlisCoaching@gmail.com
Parsha of B'Shalach and the holiday of Tu B'Shvat are both addressed in this brief exploration of song and emotion.
Time. Whether you're 'always running late' or overboard on your need to be 'on time', this talk provides perspective that can help you strike a healthier balance. Inspired by elements of the Parsha of Bo (and my broken watch:)
Needing to FEEL in control may hamper the likelihood of BEING in control! Lessons related to the plague of Frogs in the Parsha of Bo, an article in the 1890 Harvard Law Review, and a positive aspect of bashfulness. Want to share feedback? Or sponsor an upcoming podcast? YPreis@gmail.com
Moshe [Moses] goes outside his royal palace [and 'outside' his royal upbringing] to seek out his brethren. The great Moshe was fascinatingly complex - but so are we. A Parsha Shmos related "tachils" lesson.
Discover the role of "Emes/Emet" [truth] in securing "Chessed" [kindness] and see to it that you'll be more kind to others - and yourself! Related to Parsha [Torah portion] of Vayechi.
Kavod - respect - and its corollary of self-respect - as learned from the Parsha of Mikeitz and Chanukah
Related to Parsha of Vayeishev [and Vayishlach] and our capacity to be 'on the lookout' for even greater 'good'.
Balancing how much we value - and how much we dismiss - our material assets. A "TachlisTalk" for Parsha [Torah portion] Vayishlach. Feedback? tachliscoaching@gmail.com
A personal growth message inspired by bold comment during the dramatic showdown in the Parsha [Torah portion] of Vayeitzei.
A Torah growth-oriented podcast connected to the parsha [portion] of Toldos/Toldot. Questions, comments? tachliscoaching@gmail.com
A 'tachlis' oriented Parsha message for the Torah portion of Chayei Sarah. Feeback always welcome - tachliscoaching@gmail.com
Past performance need not impede future success! A growth-oriented message related to the Parsha [Torah portion] of Vayeira. Feedback always welcome: TachlisCoaching@gmail.com
A Parsha [torah potion] life-lesson for Lech Lecha. Contact us thru the TachlisCoaching.com "Contact" button to share feedback!
You know all about Adam. But what about another individual highlighted in B'reishit [Genesis]: "Chanoch"[ Enoch]? This TachlisTalk draws attention to lessons in our capacity to become "G-dly" while involved in your daily routine.
Torah is described in the Parsha of Vayeilech as "Song." What are the implications of this terminology - and how do we achieve them? As always, feel free to share feedback in the "Contact Us" box of TachlisCoaching.com
What is "Tachlis" and how do we achieve it? Learn how to use T.A.C.H.L.I.S. to achieve tachlis. The following may come in handy after hearing the podcast. And you can contact us thru the TachlisCoaching.com site to share your success stories! Timley Accountable Challenge Healthy Less is more "I" can Sustainable
A quick tip that can boost happiness - one bow , brachah, or thought at a time! Related to Torah portion of Ki Tavo.
It's not easy to see past the faults in our peers - or ourselves. This Parsh Ki Seitzei related podcast provides a suggested tool - and I'd love your feedback to know if you find it effective! Please share with me via the Contact button @ TachlisCoaching.com
We all value "giving" - but it's not always so easy part with our hard-earned dollars - or Shekel - or Yen [yes, we do have a listener in Japan!]. Rabbi Preis coaches his audience with practical tzedaka-motivating guidance in this Parsha Re'eh related podcast. Comments can always be posted to the contact form @ TachlisCoaching.com
A lesson about "looking upward" and drawing others upward, associated with the Parsha of Va'Eschanan. Feedback always appreciated: ypreis@gmail.com
Moses balances harsh criticism of the Jews with an intriguing blessing. A message of relevance to the Parsha of Devarim, Tisha b'Av, and our interpersonal relations.
A better appreciation of the trait of hakarat hatov - gratitude - based on how Moshe [Moses] translates a Divine command in the Parsha [Torah portion] of Matot.
A lesson from the parsha [Torah portion] of Pinchas can help us appreciate and elevate our own routines.
How do we react when facing "failure"? A lesson in what not to do, derived from the Torah portion of Balak.
What exactly is "Shalom" - "Hi" / "Goodbye" / "Peace" - or something far greater? Lessons associated with the reaction to the death of Aaron in the Parsha of Chukas. Note: The proper citation for the reference to the "babies named 'Aaron'" should be Avos D'Rabbi Noson.
Torah themed guidance toward eliminating jealousy with particular relevance to the parsha of Korach.
Kavod = Honor. But what is "honor" and how do I develop and provide it? NOTE: This is the same talk as the previously listed "Kavod" talk - just a new mp3 format.