E Mussar - Sabedoria para o Crescimento Pessoal: SF

quarta-feira, 26 de março de 2025

SF - The Secret of Self-Improvement

Subject: New WhatsApp Option for Daily Torah & Mussar Messages

I hope this message finds you well.

We are excited to inform you that our Torah & Mussar organization, which has been sending out daily inspirational messages via email, is now offering an additional way to receive these valuable teachings. Starting today, we are introducing a WhatsApp option for those who prefer to receive their daily messages through this platform.

If you would like to receive your daily dose of Torah wisdom and Mussar insights via WhatsApp, simply reply to this email with your WhatsApp number, and we will add you to our distribution list.

We hope this new option makes it easier for you to stay connected and inspired in your daily spiritual journey.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,

Rabbi Zvi Miller

Dean of the Salant Foundation

One of life's great challenges is overcoming negative behavior patterns. We all have flaws, such as overeating, smoking, anger, or other harmful traits and addictions. Even when we recognize that a behavior is detrimental, it's often difficult to stop the habit. Why doesn’t simply knowing the harmful effects of bad habits solve the problem?

The Rambam answers this by revealing the secret to change: awareness of the issue is just the first step. Human nature includes a subconscious force that resists change, causing us to forget the harm we’ve identified. Even if we know today that a behavior is harmful, tomorrow we might forget.

The solution is to counter this forgetfulness with a consistent effort to remember the truth. By regularly reviewing the negative effects of harmful habits, we gain clarity and inner strength to overcome them. This constant awareness becomes the key to personal transformation.

Today: (1) Reflect on one negative habit you wish to change. (2) Identify its harmful effects. (3) Review this daily for two weeks. (4) Gain clarity on its consequences. (5) Master your base traits and replace them with positive behaviors.

(Based on the commentary of Rav Yechezkel Sara and the Rambam)