Explore every episode of the podcast The Book of Life: Weekly Wisdom with Ruchi Koval
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| Shoftim: The Business of Boundaries | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:07:56 | |
Boundaries are sacred. Find the confidence to establish and keep yours, with guidance from Jewish wisdom. | |||
| Re’eh: Soul Vacation | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:09:09 | |
We all could use a break. This week, the Torah teaches us how to make the most of our time away from work. | |||
| Shelach: How to Damage a Reputation | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:11:33 | |
Whether you’re the speaker or the subject, talking about someone else can hurt everyone involved – so how do we resist the pull of gossip? Ruchi consults this week's parsha to find out. | |||
| Beha’aloscha: Second Chances | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:08:46 | |
Do second chances, do-overs, and edits ever work in real life? Ruchi Koval climbs “the second mountain” to find out. | |||
| Nasso: Working Toward Peace | 14 Jun 2024 | 00:11:03 | |
Peace is a gift – and a process. Ruchi Koval explores the significance of the Priestly Blessing, and how each one of us can work toward peace for ourselves and each other. | |||
| Bamidbar: Dear Friend, Thank You | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:09:13 | |
You can’t be everything to everyone. But sometimes, you can be everything to one person. A detail from this week's parsha shows us how. | |||
| Bechukotai: Love and Logic | 30 May 2024 | 00:09:03 | |
As parents, it can be a challenge to think of a punishment that fits our children’s “crimes.” Rethink your strategy with wisdom from his week's Torah portion. | |||
| Behar: Give and Take | 23 May 2024 | 00:10:18 | |
Are you a giver or a taker? Throughout our lives, we’ll find ourselves in both positions. This week's parsha shows us how to handle them with grace. | |||
| Emor: Count Your Blessings | 16 May 2024 | 00:10:21 | |
This week, the Torah teaches us to count the days between Passover and Shavuot – and celebrate each one as a new opportunity for growth. Explore this unique mitzvah with Ruchi Koval. | |||
| Kedoshim: The Way We Treat Each Other | 09 May 2024 | 00:10:15 | |
A stunning number of commandments in this week's Torah portion deal with other people’s feelings. Why does Jewish wisdom care so much about how we treat others? | |||
| Achrei Mot: My Heart is in the East | 02 May 2024 | 00:08:42 | |
What makes a place holy? As this week's parsha shows us, the answer depends on who you ask – and how you feel when you find yourself there. | |||
| Metzora: In My Own Backyard | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:09:16 | |
Just like in this week's Torah portion, there was a life-changing blessing in Ruchi Koval's home – and it would take years before she discovered it. | |||
| Eikev: Fear Factor | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:08:25 | |
Anxiety can make us feel like we are responsible for managing the entire universe. Here’s how wisdom from this week's Torah portion can help. | |||
| Tazria: Use Your Words | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:09:29 | |
We can’t always solve other people’s problems – but we can always speak up in support. This week's parsha shows us how our voices can make all the difference. | |||
| Shemini: Raise a Glass | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:09:24 | |
A glass of wine at the end of the day can be a blessing – or a curse. Here’s what this week's Torah portion has to say about it. | |||
| Tzav: Thank Goodness | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:10:26 | |
How might we bring more gratitude to our days? In this week's parsha, we learn an ancient, formal way of saying thanks – and how we might adapt it for modern life. | |||
| Vayikra: Angels and Animals | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:10:57 | |
Each of us is a little bit angel, a little bit animal. From the Israelites wandering the desert, we can learn to balance these traits – and channel them for good. | |||
| Pekudei: The Most Valuable Thing | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:10:40 | |
The most valuable thing in life is something we can’t touch, eat, smell, or see. So, what exactly is it? Ruchi consults this week's parsha – a story from the Israelites' journey to freedom – to find out. | |||
| Vayakhel: Give Your Brain a Break | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:11:29 | |
For those of us in the habit of constantly creating, resting on Shabbat is easier said than done. Ruchi digs into this week's Torah portion for best practices on truly "taking a break." | |||
| Ki Tisa: A Pinch of Salt | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:10:51 | |
No super-sweet dessert is complete without a pinch of salt. Likewise, this week's parsha teaches us, our lives aren’t complete without the occasional moment of negativity. | |||
| Tetzaveh: A Knock on the Door | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:08:16 | |
Knocking before entering is a sign of respect. And when others do the same, letting them in is a sign of trust. Dive into the life-changing power of vulnerability in this week's parsha. | |||
| Terumah: My Body, My Home | 15 Feb 2024 | 00:09:54 | |
Many people have a complex relationship with their own appearance. Yet, Jewish wisdom advises us to treat our bodies with the kindness and respect they deserve. For more inspiration, visit us at https://momentumunlimited.org | |||
| Mishpatim: Welcoming the Stranger | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:09:41 | |
Each one of us has felt like an outsider at some point in our lives. With advice from the Torah, Ruchi Koval examines how we might tap into our empathy to support the vulnerable people in our lives. For more inspiration, visit us at https://momentumunlimited.org | |||
| Va'etchanan: You Can Always Come Back | 15 Aug 2024 | 00:09:17 | |
We’ve all done things we’re not proud of – but those mistakes do not need to define us. Ruchi Koval shares how this week's parsha can help us heal and move forward. | |||
| Yitro: The Key to Happiness | 01 Feb 2024 | 00:11:01 | |
Conscious living means seeking to make the most of our day – instead of mindlessly getting through it. How can we intentionally place the keys to happiness back in our own hands? If you would like to sponsor an upcoming podcast, please email us at info@momentumunlimited.org For more inspiration, visit us at https://momentumunlimited.org | |||
| Beshalach: How to Win Graciously | 25 Jan 2024 | 00:10:20 | |
It can be challenging not to gloat when someone we dislike struggles. With wisdom from this week's Torah portion, Ruchi shares how we can view our adversaries’ downfalls as a loss of potential rather than as a celebration.
For more inspiration, visit us at https://momentumunlimited.org | |||
| Rise & Shine with Adrienne Gold Davis | 21 Jan 2024 | 00:00:57 | |
Rise & Shine Season 20 kicks off Wednesday, January 24th. Subscribe today: https://bit.ly/Adrienneriseshine | |||
| Bo: Seize the Day | 18 Jan 2024 | 00:08:12 | |
When we come into this world, we are given an enormous gift: time. This week's parsha – the famous story of the exodus from Egypt – teaches us how to use it wisely. | |||
| Vaera: Choosing to Choose | 11 Jan 2024 | 00:09:53 | |
Do we have the ability to make our own decisions? Or will we always be subject to forces we don't understand? Ruchi Koval calls on this week's parsha and the wisdom of Jewish thinkers in search of answers. | |||
| From Sympathy to Empathy | 04 Jan 2024 | 00:10:59 | |
Feeling empathy isn’t easy. As Ruchi dives into this week's parsha and Moses' path to leadership, she asks an important question: How can we embrace the discomfort to truly comfort another? | |||
| Vayechi: Can You Keep a Secret? | 28 Dec 2023 | 00:09:14 | |
Do secrets protect us or hurt us? Ruchi Koval shares how the Torah’s wisdom can help us find a healthy balance. | |||
| Miketz: What is the Point of an Empty Apology? | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:07:56 | |
Parshat Mikeitz: If we don’t really mean it, should we still say, “I’m sorry?” | |||
| Vayeshev: If Only We Knew | 07 Dec 2023 | 00:09:42 | |
Sometimes we know the right thing to do, but we don’t know if anyone will listen. How do we find the confidence to lead? In this week's parsha, our patriarch Jacob and his brothers figure it out. | |||
| Vayeitzeh: The Pursuit of Happiness | 23 Nov 2023 | 00:12:05 | |
The recipe for unhappiness is "compare, compare, compare." With guidance from our matriarch, Leah, Ruchi Koval searches for new ingredients that will bring us happiness, instead. | |||
| Devarim: How to Say "I Don't Know" | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:10:34 | |
It takes a wise person to say, “I don’t know” – and, as we learn in this week's Torah potion, it takes an even wiser person to be okay with that answer. | |||
| Toldot: Let’s Get Real | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:11:56 | |
Being vulnerable is hard. That’s no reason not to keep trying. Ruchi Koval consults this week's parsha, Toldot, for guidance on authenticity without regret. | |||
| Chayei Sarah: Seeking Spirituality | 09 Nov 2023 | 00:09:02 | |
More than 30% of non-Asian Buddhists are Jews. As Ruchi Koval explores this week's parsha – in which three of Abraham's children journey to the East – she illuminates the beauty and wisdom of Judaism and Buddhism’s shared teachings. | |||
| Vayeira: Why We Overcommit | 02 Nov 2023 | 00:11:06 | |
We’ve all overcommitted and not been able to follow through on our promises. Ruchi Koval turns to our patriarch, Abraham, for help kicking the habit. | |||
| Lech Lecha: Passing the Test | 26 Oct 2023 | 00:11:02 | |
Real-life doesn’t come with an instruction manual, or a map, or even a cheat sheet. Ruchi Koval helps us face the journey with a little guidance from this week's parsha, Lech Lecha. | |||
| Noach: The Size of My Pond | 19 Oct 2023 | 00:09:18 | |
Whether your “pond” is big or small, it’s up to you to decide how big a fish you’d like to be. Dive into the story of Noah with Momentum's Ruchi Koval. | |||
| Bereishit: The Reset Button | 12 Oct 2023 | 00:09:24 | |
Hit that reset button – with a little help from Jewish wisdom. With inspiration from the very first words of the Torah, Ruchi Koval shows us how to start fresh. | |||
| Tune in for your weekly dose of Ruchi | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:01:13 | |
Get ready to elevate your learning, uplift your spirit, and gain perspective – because on October 12th, Ruchi Koval returns with the relaunch of her renowned podcast, The Book of Life. For the first time ever, you’re invited to listen to every episode in the order they were truly meant to be heard. A Jewish educator and powerful storyteller, Ruchi exudes infectious energy and wisdom as she shares fresh insights from the weekly parsha. Press play for powerful inspiration and courage to help navigate our modern world – whenever and wherever you need it. | |||
| COMING JULY 5TH: Adrienne Gold Davis is back! | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:00:47 | |
A new season of Adrienne Gold Davis’ chart-topping Momentum podcast, Rise & Shine, is launching on Wednesday, July 5. Adrienne’s wisdom and wit are always a joy to listen to, and this season is super special: Season 18 – and, true to the number (chai!), is filled with so much life-affirming inspiration. Subscribe to Rise & Shine wherever you get your podcasts, and never miss an episode. https://momentumunlimited.org/blog/series/podcast/rise-and-shine/ | |||
| Someone to Blame | 29 Dec 2022 | 00:08:41 | |
Parshat Vayigash: When we find someone to blame for our problems, the relief is sweet – but short-lived. Is there a healthier alternative? | |||
| Shining Your Own Light | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:08:28 | |
What does it take to become a truly great teacher? Ruchi Koval has some advice: look to the moon. | |||
| Matot-Masei: Fresh Start | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:09:54 | |
Like the Israelites in this week's parsha, each of us is on a journey – but where we are heading may not be apparent for years to come. | |||
| Leaving a Legacy | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:09:08 | |
Is it possible to “die well?” Ruchi Koval shares how Jewish wisdom can guide us to create lasting legacies – and fewer regrets. | |||
| The Sounds of Judaism | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:07:37 | |
When Ruchi Koval was a child, she would wake to the sounds of her grandfather, a cantor, warming up for Shabbat – and it made more of an impression than he would ever know. | |||
| How to Face Hate | 18 Nov 2021 | 00:13:14 | |
Fight antisemitism with this threefold strategy rooted in Jewish wisdom. Ruchi Koval shows us how. | |||
| Pinchas: Unanswered Prayers | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:07:57 | |
Each of us is yearning for something just out of reach. Should we fight for what we want, or trust that we’ll get it if we wait patiently? This week's Torah portion may have the answer. This podcast is sponsored by Andrea & Steven Mail in honor of their beloved mothers Carole Shlipak and Zelda Mail | |||