Building a Personal Relationship with Hashem (30): Beyond the Guilt

"What if your mistakes weren't who you are, but simply a moment of 'temporary insanity'?"In this soul-stirring shiur from Yeshivat Simchat Shlomo in Jerusalem, Rav Lebisih Hundert dives into the transformative teachings of Rebbe Nachman of Breslov (via the lectures of Rav Kivak) to challenge everything we think we know about Teshuva.Drawing on the profound "inner dimensions" of Jewish practice, Rav Lebisih explores the idea that every Jewish soul is essentially, unviolably good. Using the metaphor of letters carved into stone, he explains that while our actions can sometimes be covered in "dirt," the essence of the letter remains perfect and unchanged.In this episode, we explore:Self-Compassion as a Spiritual Tool: Why the deepest form of Teshuva starts with having mercy on yourself.The Ruach Shtut (Temporary Insanity): Understanding that our failures are alien to our true essence.Hisbodedus (Personal Prayer): How to talk to God not as a judge, but as a best friend who is rooting for your success.The Sound of Friendship: Why the Teruah of the Shofar is actually a call to Re’ut—reconnecting to the bond of friendship between us and the Divine.Whether you are preparing for the High Holidays or simply looking to quiet the voice of your inner critic, this class offers a roadmap for "relaxing into who you really are"—a child of God who is loved, worthy, and infinitely good.Join the conversation and discover the secret to a heart-centered Jewish life.