Spiritually Hungry
by Monica Berg and Michael Berg
Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students for decades. Join them for a down-to-earth conversation about the big life questions that spark your curiosity the most.
Episodes
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255. Difficult People: Why They’re Really in Your Life
Why are the people who push our buttons most often the ones closest to us? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how challenging relationships, whether they last a moment or a lifetime, are opportunities for growth. Everything we receive from others ultimately comes from the...
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254. The Secret to True Confidence: Why Validation Never Lasts
What are you chasing: money, respect, “likes”? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore why true confidence can’t be found in external validation. You’ll walk away with practical tools to help you live in alignment with who you really are. You’ll also learn why action leads to...
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253. Before the Miracle: Why Gratitude Comes First
Gratitude isn't just a hashtag or a journal entry. It's a process. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore five kabbalistic ways to practice gratitude as a spiritual tool. Whether you're navigating a particularly hard season or looking to go beyond Thanksgiving-style…
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252. Signs & Messengers: Are You Paying Attention?
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the idea that we are never truly alone. A vast, invisible support system of messengers and “angels” surrounds each of us at all times, if only we have the awareness to see it. We will unpack why it’s not just belief, but active awareness,...
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251. Post-Traumatic Growth: Ryan Chen Redefines Resilience After Tragedy
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk with Ryan Chen, co-founder of Neuro Gum. Before turning the startup into a nine-figure wellness brand sold in over 20,000 stores nationwide, Chen faced a life-altering snowboarding accident that left him paraplegic. The experience reshaped…
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250. Fear Is Your Friend: Why We're Wired to Be Afraid
Fear is often misunderstood as something to be avoided. This episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast reveals how it's actually one of our greatest teachers. Monica & Michael explore why fear is hardwired into us, how it can either paralyze us or catalyze our growth, and what it really means to…
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249. Confidence You Can't Fake: How to Silence Doubt at the Source
We often chase confidence through other people's approval, and wonder why it never quite holds. But true confidence, the kind that isn't arrogance in disguise, comes from the soul. In this condensed episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, Michael and Monica share practical ways to reveal your…
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248. Love as a Practice: Expanding the Boundaries of Who We Are
What if love is more than a feeling we share with the people closest to us—and instead, a practice that can expand who we are? In this short summer episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore love as a fundamental human need and the purpose of life itself. We’ll unpack how ego and our...
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247. Money Is Energy: 3 Ways to Direct It Consciously
The pressure to be financially successful has never felt heavier. But what if money were less a goal and more a form of energy moving through your life? In this condensed episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we look at what blessings money actually brings, and how injecting consciousness into…
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246. Your Summer Reset: Create the Life You Want
Summer invites us to slow down—but it also offers something even more powerful: the opportunity to become someone new. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how imagination can be a spiritual tool for transformation, helping us create more joy, silence negative thought loops,...
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245. Today's Powerful Opportunity: You Will Never Get It Back
What if the greatest opportunity of your life is today? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the danger of becoming comfortable, busy, or convinced that being a "good person" is enough. True transformation requires constant movement, growth, and conscious effort. Discover why...
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244. How to Protect Yourself from Negative People & Energy: Building Your Spiritual Immunity
What if the greatest danger to your spiritual well-being isn't outside of you, but within you? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the kabbalistic understanding of spiritual immunity, the power of consciousness, and the energetic impact of our thoughts and emotions. Drawing…
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243. When Life Changes You: The Blessing in Disguise
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore one of life's most universal yet misunderstood experiences: change. Not the changes we choose, but the ones that choose us. Even when change is positive, it can bring unexpected pain—and we unpack why. At the root of that resistance is the...
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242. Soul Mates: Why Some Relationships Don’t Last
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the deeper truth about soul mates: that these relationships are not simply about romance—they are invitations into growth. True soul mate connection begins within. As we heal, grow, and become our highest selves, we attract relationships...
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241. Beyond Illusion: Discovering the Most Powerful Spiritual Tool
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the profound wisdom of the Zohar—the foundational text of Kabbalah. Rather than offering surface-level understanding, the Zohar reveals the deeper secrets within the Torah, shifting spiritual practice to true inner transformation. The…
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240. Triggered: The Power of the Pause
What if getting “triggered” wasn’t something to avoid—but something to learn from? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the deeper meaning behind emotional reactivity and what it reveals about the parts of ourselves still asking to be healed. When something triggers you, it...
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239. Beyond Fear: What It’s Really Trying to Tell You
What if fear wasn’t something to avoid—but something to understand? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the deeper purpose behind our emotions and how they are designed to guide us, not derail us. When we begin to see every moment as purposeful, we unlock the ability to move...
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238. Your Tikkune Revealed Part 2: Why You Keep Getting Triggered
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we explore the powerful truth that your tikkune—your soul’s correction—reveals itself again and again through life’s challenges, especially through the people who trigger you most. Rather than avoiding discomfort, we’re invited to see it as a mirror pointing...
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237. Why Challenges Repeat: Understanding Your Soul’s Tikkune
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore tikkune—the soul’s correction. According to ancient wisdom, the challenges we face in this lifetime are not random; they are connected to the actions and lessons of many lifetimes. Your tikkune is the sum of the patterns, obstacles, and...
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236. Bridges Across Faiths: A Talk with Dr. Alon Goshen-Gottstein
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we speak with Dr. Alon Goshen-Gottstein and explore how our differences—especially across faiths—can become sources of wisdom rather than division. We reflect on how fear narrows our vision, while prayer and genuine listening open bridges to…
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235. The Secret to Lasting Joy: Why Happiness Isn’t Enough
Happiness is fleeting, but joy is the stable, natural state of the soul. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore joy as something we don’t need to chase or create, but simply access. Beneath our emotions exists a constant source of joy, rooted in consciousness and connection to...
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234. Love Isn’t the Hard Part: The Truth About Lasting Relationships
Finding a life partner isn’t about chasing “the one.” It starts with doing the inner work. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore why diminishing the ego is essential for lasting love and how conflict can be a tool for growth instead of a battleground. We talk about why showing...
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233. Is Your Boredom a Sign? Turning "Meh" Into Meaning
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore what happens when we start to feel “meh” about life. Moments of boredom are actually signs to look inward. When we take responsibility for our inner work, we create space to bring more Light into the world—and into every area of our lives....
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232. True Purpose: How Small Decisions Shape a Meaningful Life
What if your purpose isn’t something you find, but something you practice—moment by moment? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore what it truly means to live in alignment with your soul. When you show up for yourself every day—especially when it’s uncomfortable or…
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231. New Year, New Power: Letting Go to Create Real Change
As we set New Year’s resolutions, we often focus on what we want to create or achieve. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore a powerful shift: lasting change comes not from more effort, but from letting go of what no longer serves us. Effort alone isn’t enough—release is part…
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230. Through Darkness to Light: Elizabeth Smart on Healing and Hope
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we are joined by Elizabeth Smart for a powerful and deeply human conversation. She opens up about the realities of grief, healing, and choosing peace in the aftermath of unimaginable darkness. Together, we explore why healing isn’t linear, why some...
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229. Abundant Ever After with Cathy Heller
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we talk with author, teacher, and podcaster Cathy Heller. Together, we’ll explore the profound idea that each of us has the power to “tune in” to the Creator and manifest our highest potential. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the noise of your own...
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228. Gratitude as Alchemy: Transforming Challenges into Blessings
In a world wired for comparison, anxiety, and endless wanting, gratitude becomes nothing short of a rebellion. In this holiday snack-sized episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how choosing to appreciate what is—instead of obsessing over what’s missing—defies an entire system built on...
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227. Awakening the Soul: Finding Joy in Everyday Life
Do you wake up each morning with a sense of excitement for what’s ahead, or are you just going through the motions? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore how living a truly spiritual life renews every part of who we are. When we stay connected to the Light of the Creator, we...
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226. Real Love, Real Work: A Relationship Q&A
Love isn’t something that just happens. It’s something we build, moment by moment, choice by choice. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we delve into strategies for fostering greater clarity, honesty, and purpose in our relationships. We’ll discuss why personal growth alone isn’t…
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225. Experiencing God All the Time
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Pocast, we explore a radical truth: The purpose of life isn’t about accumulating knowledge or answers—it’s about deepening our closeness with the Creator. Spiritual growth isn’t a quest for information; it’s an invitation to experience the Light of the…
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224. Faith & Fortune: Beast Games Winner Jeffrey Randall Allen
In this inspiring episode of Spiritually Hungry, we sit down with Jeffrey Randall Allen, who made history by winning $10 million—the largest prize in entertainment history—while competing on Beast Games. Beyond the headlines, Allen opens up about the spiritual perspective that guided him through...
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223. How Facing Death Gives Life with Hospice Nurse Julie McFadden
In this deeply moving episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we sit down with Julie McFadden, registered nurse and New York Times bestselling author of Nothing to Fear. Her path from intensive care to hospice has fueled her mission to change how we talk about death. After years of watching…
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222. The Expectation Trap: Why We Drift from Those We Love
Unrealistic and unspoken expectations are like invisible wedges quietly pushing us apart from the people we love most. In this episode, we explore why it’s so important to bring expectations into the light and talk about them openly. Relationships thrive when partners can share not only what they...
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221. Letting Go: The Peace in Releasing What is Not Ours
The key to managing expectations lies in knowing which are reasonable and which were never promised to us in the first place. In this episode, we explore the kabbalistic wisdom that peace comes from walking through life with fewer expectations, trusting that everything—every twist, every...
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220. Curiosity Over Criticism: Rethinking Judgment
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the hidden roots of judgment and how it often reveals more about us than the people we judge. We’ll unpack how judgment narrows our focus, preventing us from seeing things clearly. Instead of judging, what if we got curious? What if we…
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219. Free Will and True Joy: Shaping a Life That Transforms You
What if the power to shape your life wasn’t about what happens to you, but how you respond to it? In this episode, we unpack the concept of free will and what it really means for you. While your life isn’t prewritten, your soul does have a destination and a purpose. How you get there is entirely…
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218. Fully Awake: Living with Intensity and Appreciation
Even when life doesn’t go according to plan, it’s still unfolding exactly as it should. In this episode, we continue to share the unexpected beauty to be found in the midst of war. We explore what it means to let go of plans and let something deeper and more powerful take shape. We’ll reflect on...
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217. Lessons From a War: How to Awaken Certainty in Chaos
We’ve all heard the phrase, “You make plans and God laughs.” In this episode, we explore the deeper spiritual meaning behind life’s unpredictability. What if the twists and turns we didn’t plan are actually unfolding perfectly? Discover how to cultivate true certainty—not by controlling every...
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216. The Spiritual Parent: See the Light in Your Child
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the spiritual journey of parenthood as a path to recognizing and nurturing the unique Light within our children—and ourselves. From the idealized dreams of early motherhood to the real-life messiness and growth of each parenting stage, we...
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215. The Power of Prayer: Connecting to the Divine Within
What is the true essence of prayer? It is not a ritualistic plea to an external force, but a powerful tool to connect with the divine Light within. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we discuss how prayer creates a direct pipeline to the Creator, allowing us to become co-creators in…
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214. The Soul’s Mission: Connecting to Source Through Action
When did you last feel connected to something larger than yourself? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we dive deep into the heart of spiritual transformation, where thought meets action. Our life’s purpose is a deep connection with our source, and not merely to understand spiritual...
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213. The Power of Words: How We Create Our Reality
Our words carry our essence. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the transformative—and sometimes destructive—power of our words. Words can heal or harm, build bridges or burn them down. More potent than actions at times, speech carries weight and energy that shapes the…
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212. Let Your Soul Shine: Living Authentically Each Day
If you've ever felt the weight of hiding who you are or wondered what it might be like to lead with joy and curiosity, this is a conversation for you. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we continue our discussion about authenticity. From embracing your inner child to understanding how...
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211. Authenticity Unleashed: Fit In or Be Free?
How often are you listening to your soul’s desires? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we explore what it really means to live authentically—not just being honest, but genuine and rooted in the truth of your soul. We discuss the difference between your adaptive self—the version of you that...
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210. Relationship Repair: Resentment, Reaction, and Real Connection
In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore why addressing issues—one at a time—is essential to building the relationship you truly want. We discuss how unspoken micro-resentments can quietly erode connection, the spiritual power of restriction to transform conflict, and the…
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209. Your Soul Has a Plan—Are You Listening?
Ready to step into the life you were meant to live? Aries is the month to do it. In this powerful live-recorded episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we discuss how embracing change, pursuing spiritual renewal, and aligning with your true purpose can completely rewrite your story. Discover how...
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208. Manifesting with Purpose: How Intention Shapes Your Reality
Every moment of our lives, we are shaping the energy that surrounds us—but where is that energy flowing? Without intention, we risk scattering our energy, getting stuck in unfulfilling cycles, and losing sight of our true purpose. When we set a clear intention, however, we give the Light form—we...
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207. Inspired, Not Compared: Living With Purpose
When we stop comparing ourselves to others and shift our motivation toward a deeper connection with the Light of the Creator, we unlock a new way of living—one rooted in fulfillment and intention. Jealousy and comparison can hold us back, but they can also serve as tools for reassessment and...
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206. The Cost of Ego: How It Steals Your Peace and Purpose
We are in this world to grow and evolve—but real growth only happens when we’re willing to confront where we’re wrong. The problem? Our ego is always working against us, convincing us that we’re right, keeping us stuck in old patterns, and stealing the energy we need to fulfill our purpose. In…
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About this show
Don’t miss this thought-provoking podcast series with authors Monica and Michael Berg. Together, they’ll answer your most pressing questions, offering sage advice for the modern world. Self-proclaimed Change Junkie, Monica Berg is an author and teacher who lectures internationally. Michael Berg is a rabbi and Aramaic scholar who has published almost 20 books on the teachings of Kabbalah. This husband and wife team has been sharing kabbalistic wisdom and relationship expertise with students for decades. Join them for a down-to-earth conversation about the big life questions that spark your curiosity the most.
Hosted by
Monica Berg and Michael Berg