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Weekly with Chana

Weekly with Chana

by Chana Hirschowitz

Self-Improvement Judaism

Season 9

Yom HaZikaron | Guilt & Gratitude

Summary In this heartfelt conversation, Chana Hirschowitz reflects on Yom HaZikaron, the day of remembrance for fallen soldiers and victims of terror in Israel. She shares her emotional journey of understanding Jewish unity and the collective grief felt by the community. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, she emphasizes the importance of gratitude, identity, and the sacrifices made for the Jewish people. Chana's insights highlight the deep connections within the Jewish community and the significance of remembering those who have fallen for the sake of their homeland. Chapters 00:00 Reflections on Yom HaZikaron 06:54 The Unity of the Jewish People

Season 8

Pekudei | Protests, Self-Hating Jews, Accounting for Every Shekel, Defending Our Indivisible Jewish Identity

00:00 The Essence of Living in Israel 02:54 Unity and Division in the Jewish Community 06:09 Understanding Our Shared Identity as Jews

Vayakhel | Intimate Reflections

00:00The Dichotomy of Idealism and Reality 01:52The Power of Jewish Women and Mirrors 06:27Reflections on Life's Challenges 11:33Self-Reflection and Growth

Purim | Esther's Story Exposed

00:00 The Legacy of Esther and Purim 02:44 Esther's Struggles and Divine Silence 05:14 The Courage to Act 07:46 Esther's Connection to God 10:29 The Significance of Purim 12:42 Esther's Story and Its Relevance Today

Terumah | A Sanctuary of Hope

00:00 Reflections on a Year of Change 02:27 Hope Amidst Tragedy 05:37 The Power of Unity and Faith 08:12 Building a Sanctuary of Hope 10:54 Cedar Trees of Hope and Future 13:04 A Blessing for Redemption and Comfort

Season 7

Shavuos | The Day Hashem's Love Brought On the Criticism of the Entire World

Lecture given at Soul Centre Sydney in honor of Shavous 2024

Metzorah | Stuck in Dubai, How to Get Unstuck, Let Go, Lean into Gratitude and Liberate Oneself.

Pesach a time of liberation, a mental game of removing ourself from a sense of stuckness and letting go.

Tazria | Blemishes of Greatness, The Strongest People, the Most Difficult of Challenges.

What was Tzaraat, this strange leprosy, what is it significance and what can we learn from it today?

Shemini | The Dichotomy and Dangers of Extremism, The Power of Balance and Synthesis.

This weeks Parsha we discuss seemingly two opposites, the inauguration of the Mishkan and the death of Nadav and Avihu on that difficult day. As well as the laws of Kashrut. Why the seeming randomness, what can we learn from the synthesis of these two ideas? 00:00 The Significance of the Eighth Day 02:22 Balancing Growth and Solace 04:17 Bringing God into the Mundane 05:14 Imbuing Regular Life with Meaning 06:39 Faith in God Amidst Challenges

Purim: There Will Be Inevitable Victory, Will I Be a Part of the Story?

The power of the words of Mordechai to Esther, Can I find Hashem in the Hidden? The secret to achieving success in our lives, contributing to the narrative?

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