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How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

In this week's episode Rabbi discusses how the pull of the pleasures of this world can derail us from our true potential. He explains the Mishna's teaching to help in a way that empowers us to see the challenges before us and G-D willing overcome them.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/ 

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In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discuuses the Mishna's powerful lesson on how we act and portray ourselves is how people will treat us back. Noy just on a personal level but also the way people view you is a microcosm of how G-D views you.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/ 

In this week's episodr Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of ACTION. How it is not just important to learn but rather how we can find ways to implement learning  into our lives. This is the Mishna's teaching method for keeping our wisdom and not loosing it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/ 

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the teachings of R' Chanina ben Dosa and explores who he was as a person and the lessons he imparted. He focuses on the Mishna's teaching about Yiras Shomayim(Fear of Heaven), what it is and how we attain it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's lesson on the importance of retaining our learning. How do we accomplish this? How many times do we need to review our learnin? What is the best way to remember what we have learned? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of "Hasmadah". The significance of studying Torah straight without any interuptions. He brings out from the Mishna how learning with diligence is a better learning than stopping and starting again. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode RAbbi Kohn discuuses from the Mishna the importance of studying and learning in a group. When we do that we merit that the divine presence. He also talks about how Mishna 8 teaches us about the correct attitude when we help others with the resources that we have. The money we have is it really ours? Or are we just something we are entrusted to use properly? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us that more Torah learning decreases the yolk of worldy occcupation on us. We tend to think that the more we work the more money we make. The truth is the complete opposite. The more we are invested in performing the Torah the easier are earning a livelehood becomes. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn learns from the Mishna about how we should utilize time. Making sure we are being productive with our most valuable resource and not just "killing time". he also discusses some practical tips on how to accomplish this. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn talks about how we can uplift our table. How we can take physical actions and uplift them through the correct intentions. He also speaks abou the powerful lesson of serving G-D in the same way in all circumstances. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of uplifting our table. How the Mishna teaches us to use our gatherings to be uplifted and if not G-D forbid it is as we are sitting in a congregation of scorners. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of praying for the welfare of the gov't. In the absence of gov't anarchy prevails and the strongest people win. It is thus important to pray for peace in the country even when the people taht rule you are not the most righteous. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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In this weeks epiosde Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna empowers us to use our past as an impetus to reaching our potential. He deciphers this seemingly strong worded Mishna to give us a positive message on who we are and were we are headed. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the continuation of Rabbi Tarfon's last teaching. From the last Mishna it is easy to become overwhelmed with the task that is placed before us. In Mishna 21 Rabbi Tarfon clarifies his lesson that we are only expected to do the most WE can do. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Mishna on how important time is. It says in the Mishna that "the day is short". What does this mean and how does it tie into our lives? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi kohn discusses the Mishna's teaching of being diligent in Torah study. How continous study is the key even if it not as much as you would want it to be. To keeep the connection going even in the hardest moments. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the delicate balance a person must have when it comes to prayer. On one hand we need to make sure we pray every day but at the same time we need to prevent ourselves from letting our tefilos(prayers) become to routine(autopilot). He gives three tips for keeping the correct balance and approach. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how success in Torah is not determined by which zip code you are born in. Rather by applying yourself you can determine your spiritual future. Additionally he learns from the Mishna how we can make everything we do into a Mitzvah. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

What is the evil eye? How does it work? Do I have be concerned for "kinna haaras"? In this epid=seode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept Iyin Hara(Evil Eye) and how it works. He also brings out from the Mishna how evil eye and other desires can "take a person out of this world". Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the the teachings of the students of Rabbi Yochanan. He looks at the lessons of each one of the students starting with Rabbi Eliezer who gives us insights into living a proper life begining with the way you deal with your friends honor.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's Epiode Rabbi Kohn discusses the mishnas outlook on the worst traits and the need to stay away from them. Each one of the students of Rabbi Yochanan offer their thoights with Rabbi Yochanan offering his view on which one a person should staythe farthest away from. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about the question which Rabbi Yochanan posed to his students. " What is the trait that a person should cling to?". Each one of the 5 students brings out one trait which can be a springboard to improving all of middos. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the 5 main disciples of Rabbi Yochanan. He lists the praises which their teacher lists of them and how we can learn from them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi KOhn discusses the outlook we need to have when do what we are supposed to do. How we can never think greatly of ourselves when we are doing the will of G-D because that is what we where created to do. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how to much ofthe things we view as "good" can be detrimental to us physcally and spiritually. he brings out the contrasts between to much physical and to much spiritual. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses discusses the concept of middda kneged midda( measure for measure). How everything that G-D does is exact and how this can be beneficial for us as well. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how good traits can be bad. From the mishna we see that approriate amounts of each trait are needed to accomplish in our spiritual lives. In addition he discusses how certain traits can even have disasterous effects on us.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's teaching of not trusting yourself. He explains the contrast of trusting yourself and beleiving in oneself. He also brings out the importance of being part of a community and the benefits an individual gains from it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

What is the key to living a life of content? How do we make G-D's will our will? In this episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us to live a meaningful and content life. By making our will G-D's will.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's lesson to be careful with the powerful people in the government. Why do we need to terad with caution? Who should we rely on? What is the proper balance between doing our part and having trust in G-D. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

What is the best way to stay out of trouble? How can we practically prevent ourselves from getting involved in bad behavior? In this episod of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's lesson on keeping busy and how its keeps us away from trouble. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Did you evr think that Judaism has no room for individuality? In this episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Mishna to show how everyone ha stheir own unique path in the service of G-D and how this fits with the Torah. He also talks about the importanc eof having the correct outlook when making decisions in our life. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode of the Pirkei Avos Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses an apparent contradiction from an earlier Mishna. He explains the 2 different Mishna's with a great insight how we must reach for the stars if we want to at least reach the sky. The importance of having goals and ideals to strive for. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about silence. How the Mishna is giving us simple but yet so powerful advice. Rabbi Kohn also gives a deeper explanation to the Mishna's teaching that "silence is the best for the body" based on the teachings of the Maharal. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about the Mishna's teaching to be exact in tithes. How doe this Mishna teach us an important lesson regarding stringencies and leniency. He also dicusses the importance of staaying away from questionable situations. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Have you ever heard of the phrase "speak softly and carry a big stick? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses this idea from the wisdom of Shammai. Speaking a little and doing a lot. He also talks about the importance of settiing a set time for learning. Noting that it might not be how much you learn but do you set aside time every day which can make the difference. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

If I will not be for me then who will be? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the famous Mishna in Avos which discusses responsibility. He teaches an important lesson on how we must take the initiative to accomplish things in life and atthe same time not letting those same accomplishments get to our head. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday.  Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the teaching of Hillel. He talks about if Torah is free and our obligation to give over to others. Additionally he brings out from the Mishna how we always must be striving to gain more Torah knowledge or risk loosing it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses "shalom"(peace). How we attain it for ourselves, our family, our community and even the world. He also talks about the mishna's lesson to us on building up others and the importance of being a positive role model. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how our words and actions outlive us. How we can determine how we want those deeds to look and the importance of being clear in our words and actions. He also brings out from our Mishna the concept of Kiddush Hashem(Sanctification of G-Ds name). Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Do you need to be the son or daughter of a Rabbi to be a great Jew? Does it matter which zip code you were born in that determines if you will have a connection with G-D? In this episode Rabbi Kohn looks at our Mishna for a lessons how every person can acheive greatness. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

In this episode Rabbi Kohn delves into the two mishnayos which seem to be talking to jugdes and lawyers. He brings out practical and relatable messages from each Mishna that everyone can gain from. Specifically he talks how we see from the Mishna the importance of knowing our place. Not acting that we know when we really don't. He also talks about the importance of not cutting corners when it comes to the service of G-D. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/

Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.
To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ 

Did you ever feel that you need to keep your distance from certain people? That certain individuals bring out the worst in you? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of distancing. To distance oneself from a bad friend, a bad neighbor, and a bad influence. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com 

We all heard the term "friends are forever". What is the value of a good friend? How do make true friends? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's advice on how to find and be a real friend. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/& PracticalParsha.castos.com