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Tanya Tools

193 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago -

Short inspirational messages empowering your soul. Messages from the Tanya in bite-size. Easy to incorporate into your daily life for a transformed and elevated existence.

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Tanya Tools based on Tanya Chapter 21, Recording 2 of 6

October 31, 2022 03:54 - 1 minute - 836 KB

Creation is Hashem. It was made and is made with ten statements. What is speech? Revelation of self, outwards. Hashem continually talks creation into existence, This is how Hashem reveals Himself to us. From a deeper space of self. When I look at my world, I must reframe it to mean Hashem revealing Himself to me, in one expression or form or another.

Tanya Tools based on Tanya Chapter 21, Recording 1 of 6

October 31, 2022 03:54 - 48 seconds - 375 KB

Hashem is the light and the darkness. When we feel Hashem's love and embrace, as well as the times that we feel broken and alone.

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 8 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:32 - 55 seconds - 430 KB

The world's existence did not change G-d. Nothing can exist outside of Him. Nothing opposes G-d. At this present moment, everything must be exactly as He desires.

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 7 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:30 - 45 seconds - 352 KB

The only true existence is G-d. He is everything, the sublime and fearsome. He nurtures everything, including the adversity and seemingly random. Release your anxiety and hold His hand. Everything is by Design.

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 6 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:27 - 1 minute - 477 KB

Pivotal moments of greatness often happen during the accidental mishaps of life. Growth through the challenges can create the greatest ascent. All that happens in our journey of life is G-dly.

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 5 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:25 - 1 minute - 594 KB

The first two of the Ten Commandments contain the entire Torah. "I am your G-d" is the basis for all of the positive commandments. As we fulfill the commandments, this connection should be apparent both as we busy ourselves with the intricacies of it's fulfillment, and if perhaps we lapse in our commitment.

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 4 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:21 - 52 seconds - 406 KB

The process of our thinking starts as a subconscious subliminal awareness that penetrates our heart, and then, what resonates in the heart will move into the conscious mind. Everything has been ear marked by the heart. Emotion is embedded in every thought. We already feel love for G-d before the thought even enters our minds!

Tanya Tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya, Recording 3 of 8

October 24, 2022 09:21 - 46 seconds - 359 KB

Subconscious awareness is the source of desires. It trickles into our consciousness, tainting our senses and faculties as we ultimately giving in to these desires.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 9

May 15, 2022 18:35 - 59 seconds - 453 KB

Every work originates from my subconscious mind. It travels to our hearts and then is processed in our conscious mind to turn into words. If so, we should be even more conscious of the words we use, as none of them are ever random.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 20 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 9

May 15, 2022 18:32 - 59 seconds - 453 KB

Creation only exists by virtue of G-d vivifying it. Don't get stressed about the seeming omnipotence of this world. it has no infinite substance. The bond with G-d is the only real source of strength and joy in the world.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 19 of Tanya. Recording 5 of 5

May 15, 2022 18:09 - 52 seconds - 398 KB

What is in me is the space that transcends reason. G-d is overwhelmingly more vast than reason. In that super-rational space no matter what happens, nothing severs our faith.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 19 of Tanya. Recording 4 of 5

May 15, 2022 17:42 - 23 seconds - 172 KB

Our present is a product of our past. When the Core-essence belief of G-d leans inside, we are freed of the evil of the past and the present becomes open-ended.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 19 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 5

May 15, 2022 17:36 - 2 minutes - 930 KB

The nature of a Jew is beyond natural. Our selfless love of G-d is the negation of self, contradictory to survival and existence. Love makes us want to do the will of the subject of our love. Showing our love to G-d is felt by fulfilling His commandments.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 19 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 5

May 15, 2022 17:34 - 55 seconds - 422 KB

We all have an innate fear of separation- from G-d. We need to make it palpable, so that it stops us from transgression

Tanya tools based on Chapter 19 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 5

May 09, 2022 03:17 - 48 seconds - 367 KB

Every one of us loves G-d unconditionally. This helps me feel connected.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 9 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:56 - 36 seconds - 273 KB

You love G-d, we all do. Embedded in our soul is this intrinsic love and knowledge of His existence. We are so drawn to this world, but we are in essence a piece of G-d, with an enormous love for Him.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 8 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:53 - 1 minute - 492 KB

Your natural existence is that you love G-d. No matter how muffled that voice has become you can't ignore this central part of your existence.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 7 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:52 - 1 minute - 828 KB

For a Jew, G-d is a part of him, so no matter what I may feel, I need to dig deeper. Underneath my emotions, I will find a deep connection to G-d. It is a part of our psyche. One can not escape oneself or the G-d within themselves.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 6 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:48 - 34 seconds - 258 KB

Everyone believes, even the most ignorant. Belief supersedes intellect. Belief unhampered by the intellect is limitless.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 5 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:46 - 40 seconds - 305 KB

Within each soul there is the flash of seminal wisdom which is the pure nullification to G-d. The core of wisdom recognizes G-d.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 4 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:43 - 1 minute - 828 KB

While each soul has its innate spiritual quantities and level of spiritual connectedness, all are innately the same at their core. While each soul has its own individual destiny and journey, the core existence of each Neshma is a true piece of G-d. This is more than self-esteem, this is G-d esteem.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 9

March 13, 2022 08:39 - 20 seconds - 148 KB

Everyone has a piece of G-d inside. We naturally have a loving relationship with G-d.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 9

March 06, 2022 14:18 - 50 seconds - 383 KB

Once I stay in the animal awareness I can accept the powerlessness of my physicality and become more open to G-d

Tanya tools based on Chapter 18 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 9

March 06, 2022 14:15 - 19 seconds - 141 KB

Realizing my ignorance helps me be more open to G-dliness -

Tanya tools based on Chapter 17 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 3

March 06, 2022 14:10 - 1 minute - 648 KB

The breaking of the heart opens us up to G-dliness.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 17 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 3

February 27, 2022 07:54 - 40 seconds - 305 KB

It is a gift that our mind naturally rules the heart. We can proactively saturate our minds with G-dly awareness and bring our hearts to a G-dly place.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 17 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 3

February 27, 2022 07:52 - 54 seconds - 414 KB

True wickedness is so rare. It is a punishment to lose the innate power of mind over heart. Otherwise, for the rest of us, we all have that innate ability to rule over our emotions and compulsions.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 16 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 2

February 27, 2022 07:49 - 1 minute - 508 KB

The mind is spiritually sensitive, yet is remote from the body. It is imperative to transfer this spiritual awareness from the mind to the heart.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 16 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 2

February 27, 2022 07:47 - 26 seconds - 195 KB

There are many paths to perfection. We can use our minds, hearts, thoughts speech, or action to create a strong compulsion for G-dliness.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 7 of 7

February 27, 2022 07:16 - 1 minute - 484 KB

When there is a struggle, there is also a stretch. We thereby learn to grow and do more.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 6 of 7

February 27, 2022 07:14 - 1 minute - 719 KB

Loving Hashem is natural. This doesn't take work, it is just being true to yourself. Take some time to learn chassidus. Talk to Hashem. Make inner space for Him inside of you. it's the natural thing to do.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 5 of 7

February 21, 2022 05:00 - 1 minute - 617 KB

One may feel unaccomplished, that the big ideas and accomplishments haven't been fulfilled. Our limitations make us keep working. G-d receives so much pleasure when we work for our connection to Him.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 4 of 7

February 20, 2022 07:29 - 1 minute - 578 KB

Any level of love can give me enough strength to overcome my nature. Challenges are a part of life. Put in the extra effort.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 7

February 16, 2022 05:50 - 1 minute - 531 KB

A person may have a more rebellious nature. Controlling yourself is one way to maintain good mannerisms. Another way to be is by taming oneself

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 7

February 15, 2022 04:10 - 1 minute - 680 KB

Stretching beyond your nature and limits, makes one deemed a "worker", for going the extra mile. Just a little extra effort makes a big difference.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 15 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 7

January 07, 2022 06:07 - 25 seconds - 188 KB

Our relationship with G-d needs to be formed by our work in striving past limits.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 14 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 3

December 28, 2021 08:20 - 1 minute - 508 KB

Tanya tools based on Chapter 14 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 3

Tanya tools based on Chapter 14 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 3

December 28, 2021 07:13 - 51 seconds - 391 KB

Tanya tools based on Chapter 14 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 3

Tanya tools based on Chapter 14 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 3

December 24, 2021 05:00 - 44 seconds - 336 KB

There are the natural parameters and limitations to our faculties and emotions. One can supersede these with enough effort. Anything is possible.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 13 of Tanya. Recording 5 of 5

December 23, 2021 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.06 MB

Is a love of G-d awakened during prayer considered true? Even though it doesn't last throughout the day, but because it is consistent and the maximum of the individual, it is their point of truth. One should always strive for the maximum in strength and consistency.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 13 of Tanya. Recording 4 of 5

December 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 703 KB

Hashem is here for each of us as a loving parent. One should make their best effort, and then turn to Hashem for help in succeeding to vanquish the Yetzer Hara.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 13 of Tanya. Recording 3 of 5

December 21, 2021 05:00 - 32 seconds - 242 KB

Prayer is a time of peace. The poser of prayer puts the animal soul to sleep and you can feel oneness and closeness with G-d.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 13 of Tanya. Recording 2 of 5

December 20, 2021 05:00 - 35 seconds - 266 KB

All people have challenges, and are a work in progress. Do not feel discouraged.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 13 of Tanya. Recording 1 of 5

December 19, 2021 09:00 - 31 seconds - 234 KB

We are never hopeless, G-d is always there to help us through the difficulites.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 10 of 10

December 17, 2021 05:00 - 51 seconds - 391 KB

Overcoming the animal soul can be combatted by accessing the seminal G-dly wisdom that is intrinsically within me. Self-sacrifice opens up this power, putting my desire on the side and making room for His.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 9 of 10

December 16, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 4.76 MB

How does one overcome the animal soul? Step 1: the Shema. Thinking about how powerful Hashem is, and then how He puts it all aside to spend time for me. This will evoke a reflective love for G-d. 2. Think of all your requests for compassion, which evokes a realization that Hashem is there for me in all aspects of my life. When we feel G-d's love daily, we will naturally feel the love back.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 8 of10

December 15, 2021 05:00 - 914 KB

Light dispels darkness, without any struggle. So too in the relationship of G-dliness and evil. We can discover that evil has no power, by bringing G-dliness into our lives.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 7 of 10

December 14, 2021 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.06 MB

To be a beinoni is the goal of everyone. It is the inner potential of each of us. G-dliness is the true reality. Look at the world through the lens of Chassidus. Remind yourself of the true reality and potential.

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 6 of 10

December 13, 2021 05:00 - 27 seconds - 203 KB

Sometimes we use our mind as a dumping ground, when in fact it is through the mind that we achieve true freedom. Take advantage of the prime real estate value!

Tanya tools based on Chapter 12 of Tanya. Recording 5 of 10

December 12, 2021 13:14 - 2 minutes - 1.06 MB

The natural dominion of the mind over the heart, is inherent in all humans. The mind is constantly striving upwards and go beyond itself.