Spirituality
Way #1: Be Aware of Every Moment

Way #1: Be Aware of Every Moment

by Rabbi Noah Weinberg
Way #2: Listen Effectively

Way #2: Listen Effectively
Way #3: Say It Out Loud

Way #3: Say It Out Loud
Way #4: Introduce Yourself to Yourself

Way #4: Introduce Yourself to Yourself
Way #5: The Power of Awe

Way #5: The Power of Awe
Way #6: Mastering Fear

Way #6: Mastering Fear

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Roller coasters and horror movies... we pay good money to be scared out of our wits. Harness the energy of "fear" for positive purposes.

Way #7: The True Charisma

Way #7: The True Charisma

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Humility is not an inferiority complex. It's doing the right thing and not being dependent on the opinion of others.

Way #8: Constant Joy

Way #8: Constant Joy

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Joy gives you the power, motivation and confidence to achieve things that otherwise seem too difficult to attempt. Better than a granola bar - joy is pure energy.

Way #9: Total Concentration

Way #9: Total Concentration

by Rabbi Noah Weinberg
Way #10: Honor The Wise Person

Way #10: Honor The Wise Person

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Don't read about wisdom in a book. Find an expert and watch how he works.

Way #11: Work It Through With Friends

Way #11: Work It Through With Friends

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Companies test-market new products. To know the value of your ideas, find friends to give you straight, honest feedback.

Way #12: Growth Through Teaching

Way #12: Growth Through Teaching

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Don't let your idea remain a hazy notion in your imagination. Transmit it to others and make it a reality.

Way #13: Think About It

Way #13: Think About It

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We make snap decisions or may mull over decisions for too long. Become skilled at a happy medium of decision-making.

Way #14: Written Instructions For Living

Way #14: Written Instructions For Living

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Torah is not an arcane text of the ancient world. It is the essence of Judaism, which is the essence of ourselves.

Way #15: Oral Instructions For Living

Way #15: Oral Instructions For Living

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Judaism is not a reference work sitting on the shelf. It's to be lived and internalized.

Way #16: Apply Business Acumen To Living

Way #16: Apply Business Acumen To Living

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A business has to function at maximum efficiency. Apply those same core principles to your pursuit of a great personal and spiritual life.

Way #17: Marriage Power

Way #17: Marriage Power

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Intimacy is a powerful drive, second only to survival itself. Use it wisely.

Way #18: The Use of Physical Pleasure

Way #18: The Use of Physical Pleasure

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The physical world is for our pleasure. Spiritual growth comes through elevating the mundane world.

Way #19: Wake Up and Live

Way #19: Wake Up and Live

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Minimize sleep – because on a deeper level, it's about "waking up" to life.

Way #20: The Art of Conversation

Way #20: The Art of Conversation

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People today are busier than ever, "conversation time" is diminishing. Is anyone out there listening?

Way #21: Laughter Is Serious Business

Way #21: Laughter Is Serious Business

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Laughter is a deeply spiritual emotion. Understand the dynamics of laughter and use it wisely.

Way #22: Conquer Frustration

Way #22: Conquer Frustration

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It's a tough world and we have to be persistent. Accept the frustration as a challenge - and love it!

Way #23: The Good Heart

Way #23: The Good Heart

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Be aware of your inner struggle between the two conflicting inclinations - to do the right thing, or to be selfish.

Way #24: Search For Wisdom

Way #24: Search For Wisdom

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Wisdom makes the wheels of life spin forward. Pursue it.

Way #25: No Pain, No Gain

Way #25: No Pain, No Gain

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Pain is the price we pay for real, lasting pleasure.

Way #26: Know Your Place

Way #26: Know Your Place

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Every person has a unique contribution to make in this world. Figure out your role in the grand scheme.

Way #27: Happiness

Way #27: Happiness

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You can be rich and miserable. Happiness is a state of mind. Develop tools for how to get it.

Way #28: Protect What Is Precious

Way #28: Protect What Is Precious

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A fence keeps a safe distance from danger. If you find a "hole" in your life, take precautions to avoid stumbling into errors.

Way #29: Subtle Traps of Arrogance

Way #29: Subtle Traps of Arrogance

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Distinguish between pride ("I'm better than others") and pleasure ("I'm fortunate").

Way #30: Be Loved By Others

Way #30: Be Loved By Others

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The human desire to be loved is deep and natural. If you give warmth, you'll attract warmth.

Way #31: Seek The Ultimate Pleasure

Way #31: Seek The Ultimate Pleasure

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Even with lots of money and power, no human being is truly satisfied without the transcendent dimension.

Way #32: Love Humanity

Way #32: Love Humanity

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Imagine having never seen a human being before. What a fantastic gadget!

Way #33: Fulfill Your Obligations

Way #33: Fulfill Your Obligations

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Don't grumble about obligations. They actualize potential and are the basis of self esteem.

Way #34: Use Your Inner Guide

Way #34: Use Your Inner Guide

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Buried within the subconscious lies the knowledge of everything we need to know about living.

Way #35: Love Criticism

Way #35: Love Criticism

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Criticism is not a personal attack, but a way to reach your Olympic-level potential.

Way #36: Handling Social Pressure

Way #36: Handling Social Pressure

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Don't spend your life trying to impress others. Be true to your own convictions.

Way #37: Never Be Bored

Way #37: Never Be Bored

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Don't take life for granted. Look for fresh insights. Reawaken the mystery.

Way #38: Responsible Decisions

Way #38: Responsible Decisions

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Every conscious moment is another decision. The most important decision is "What am I living for?"

Way #39: Share The Burden

Way #39: Share The Burden

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Sensitizing yourself to the pain of others will give you renewed awareness for living.

Way #40: Make Others Meritorious

Way #40: Make Others Meritorious

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We all recognize the need to take responsibility when someone is in physical danger. We're just as obligated when it's a spiritual danger.

Way #41: Getting Into Reality

Way #41: Getting Into Reality

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Life is breathtaking. Wouldn't you rather experience love than watch it in a movie? Get out of the illusion and into reality.

Way #42: Peace of Mind

Way #42: Peace of Mind

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Even with the world in turmoil, we can be at inner peace. To attain that equilibrium, focus on the needs of your soul.

Way #43: Fascination With Living

Way #43: Fascination With Living

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Children live in a natural state of awe. To reclaim that energy, pursue your goals with relentless fascination.

Way #44: Analyze the Issues

Way #44: Analyze the Issues

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The best defense against abuse is to question what you see. Use your intellect to uncover inconsistencies and rationalizations.

Way #45: Expand Your Ideas

Way #45: Expand Your Ideas

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Whenever you learn a piece of wisdom, extract what's relevant to your life. Rake it to its ultimate conclusion and live with it.

Way #46: Learn In Order To Teach

Way #46: Learn In Order To Teach

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If you know something worthwhile, share it. By reaching others, you will reach yourself.

Way #47: Learn In Order To Do

Way #47: Learn In Order To Do

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The power of wisdom is to make life better. There is no greater waste than to have great ideas and then not to use them.

Way #48: Educate the Educators

Way #48: Educate the Educators

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Don't swallow wholesale what others say. Check out whether it make sense.

Way #49: Organize Your Mind

Way #49: Organize Your Mind

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The human brain is a sophisticated filing cabinet. Organize in order to access that information.

Way #50: Rewards of Gratitude

Way #50: Rewards of Gratitude

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Acknowledge your gifts and be grateful to the source. Because if you know from whom you're receiving, you can always go back for more.

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