Is Change Even A Possibility?

SHOFTIM Is Change Even A Possibility? It’s that time of year again. Elul. Shofar. Teshuva, but can you really expect anything to change from last year? You gave it your best shot last time around, yet here you are again; a year later and not better than you were. How can we keep giving it our best shot without falling for the worst kind of cynicism? Here's a novel way to look at things: In Elul, we ought to dream big and act small. On one hand, we should take on significant additions—things that are truly difficult for us—but on the other hand, these changes need to be gradual and achievable, so that they can last over time.