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EPISODE · Apr 29, 2026 · 54 MIN

The Courage to Soften: Entering the Week of Hod

from Kabbalah for Everyone · host Rabbi Yisroel Bernath

Send us Fan MailIn a world that rewards being right, being strong, and holding it all together, the Sefirah of Hod invites us into a very different kind of strength. In this heart-open class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the power of humility, not as weakness, but as the courage to soften, to acknowledge truth, and to release the need to control. Drawing from Kabbalah, Chassidic teachings and real-life experiences, this session unpacks how Hod shows up in our relationships, our inner dialogue, and our spiritual growth. When we stop defending and start listening, something shifts. Hod is where we become more honest, more connected, and ultimately, more whole.Key Takeaways:Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it’s being honest enough to let go of defensivenessWhy “being right” can quietly damage relationships and what to choose insteadThe difference between healthy humility and losing yourselfHow to say “I’m sorry” in a way that actually healsLetting go of control as a path to deeper connectionHow Hod creates space for others, for truth, and for growthThe role of acknowledgment in emotional and spiritual maturity#Kabbalah #SefiratHaOmer #Sefirah #Hod #Spirituality #TreeofLife #humility #EmotionalGrowth #lettinggo  #Authenticity  #Relationships  #InnerWork  #chassidus  #JewishWisdom  #spiritualgrowth  #Connection  #healing  #RabbiBernath Available now:Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/Forgiveness-Experiment-What-Would-Your/dp/1069217638Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FR2QNJL6Audiobook: https://bit.ly/4tPFZhVSupport the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at [email protected] or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi

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Send us Fan Mail In a world that rewards being right, being strong, and holding it all together, the Sefirah of Hod invites us into a very different kind of strength. In this heart-open class, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the power of humility, not as weakness, but as the courage to soften, to acknowledge truth, and to release the need to control. Drawing from Kabbalah, Chassidic teachings and real-life experiences, this session unpacks how Hod shows up in our relationships, our inner dialo...

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