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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 22 MIN

Mussar in Elul and Beyond — Soul Work That Lasts

from That Jewish Podcast · host Yirmeyahu Yosef

📜 Show Notes / DescriptionIn this episode of Kosher and Black, Baruch Reuel Nachman unpacks why Mussar—the Jewish practice of character refinement—is essential during the month of Elul and the High Holy Days. Discover how Mussar helps us prepare for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur through deep cheshbon hanefesh (soul-accounting), and learn practical strategies for building lasting spiritual growth beyond the holidays.From daily Mussar journaling and studying classic texts like Mesilat Yesharim, to working on specific middot (traits) such as patience, humility, and gratitude, this episode provides a roadmap for turning Elul inspiration into year-round transformation.Whether you’re preparing for the Yamim Noraim (Days of Awe), seeking tools for teshuvah and self-improvement, or just looking for guidance on Jewish spiritual growth, this episode will give you the clarity and motivation to make Mussar part of your life long after Yom Kippur.✨ Topics covered:Why Mussar is central to Elul and the shofar’s daily call.The connection between Mussar, Rosh Hashanah, and crowning HaShem as King.How Mussar makes teshuvah real and lasting after Yom Kippur.Four practical ways to continue Mussar after the High Holy Days.The challenge: pick one middah and practice it for 40 days and beyond.🎧 Tune in to Kosher and Black and let’s do this soul work together.#Mussar #Elul #RoshHashanah #YomKippur #Teshuvah #JewishPodcast #OrthodoxJudaism #JewishGrowth #SpiritualGrowthGet Your HotLogic Food Warmer >>> Here Connect with me Follow On ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Follow on ⁠Facebook ⁠Subscribe to  ⁠⁠Youtube Channel ⁠

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