The Trust Factor
A daily lesson that focuses on achieving unparalleled success in life using ancient wisdom in modern times.
We will be discussing critical concepts as they are laid out in the book Sha'ar Habitachon - The Gate of Trust. Written 1000 years ago, the author reminds us of the values and wisdom that have allowed humanity to thrive throughout history.
The concept of trusting in a higher power that exists purely for our benefit, puts us in the drivers seat with absolute confidence to achieve greatness.
Eliminate: Fear, Hatred, Anxiety, Depression, Jealousy, Greed...forever!
* Note that some terminology will be in the original Hebrew or Aramaic which I will always follow with the English translation.
Episodes
79 episodes
Episode 78 - When you recognize God runs the show, your tests will end.
What does it truly mean to be wealthy? Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers), we explore the profound truth that real richness isn't measured by bank accounts but by contentment with your portion in life.
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Episode 77 - The Middle Path: Why Contentment Beats Extreme Wealth or Poverty
Finding true balance might be the most overlooked spiritual practice of our time. We're constantly bombarded with messages pushing us toward extremes - chasing vast wealth or fearing destitution - yet the most fertile ground for spiritual growt...
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Episode 77
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Episode 76 - Money Isn't Everything: The True Value of a Godly Life
Have you ever questioned why we must struggle to earn a living? Why can't the Divine simply provide what we need without the labor, stress, and uncertainty that accompanies our financial journey?The Trust Factor podcast tackles this pro...
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Episode 76
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Episode 75 - Why Your Financial Struggles Might Be a Spiritual Blessing
Have you ever considered why you struggle for income? Or why a simple walk barefoot through grass feels so rejuvenating? These seemingly unrelated questions connect to a profound truth explored in this episode of The Trust Factor.We beg...
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Episode 75
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Episode 74 - Spigots on an Empty Barrel: Why More Hustle Won't Fill Your Cup
Have you forgotten what it feels like to walk barefoot through grass or feel the sun warming your skin? Our modern obsession with productivity has severed our connection to the natural world that once nourished us completely.The Trust F...
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Episode 74
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Episode 73 - Strike While the Iron Is Hot: Resetting Your Life in a World of Actions
Amidst global turmoil and economic uncertainty, many of us find ourselves struggling silently. The Trust Factor podcast offers timeless wisdom to navigate these challenging times, focusing on the fundamental principle that reshapes lives: genui...
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Episode 73
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Episode 72 - Escaping the Information Vortex: Finding Peace Amid Chaos
Ever feel overwhelmed by the endless stream of devastating news and mindless content competing for your attention? You're not alone, and this struggle isn't new – it dates back to humanity's very beginning.This episode makes a powerful ...
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Episode 72
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Episode 71 - Emergency Response Detoured: A Lesson in Divine Intervention
Divine design reveals itself through seemingly random events. That's the powerful message we explore as we continue our journey through the fifth principle of complete trust in God. What appears as coincidence is often a carefully orchestrated ...
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Episode 71
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Episode 70 - The Cosmic Two-Way Street: Why Taking Without Giving Never Works
The cosmic balance of give and take forms the foundation of all relationships—especially our connection with the divine. This powerful episode challenges the traditional notion of divine punishment, replacing it with a more nuanced understandin...
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Episode 69 - Nullifying Your Will: The Path to True Happiness and Divine Alignment
The paradox of surrendering control to gain true power forms the heart of this profound exploration of divine wisdom. We delve into the transformative concept that by nullifying our will before God's, we actually position ourselves to receive u...
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Episode 69
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Episode 68 - Let Go of Your Kung Fu Grip on Life
Have you ever considered that your tight grip on life might be the very thing holding you back? That's the transformative paradox at the heart of this episode.The divine exchange we explore is deceptively simple yet profoundly powerful:...
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Episode 67 - When You Align with the Creator, Everything Else Falls into Place
Have you ever considered what might be the greatest deal available to humanity? Drawing from thirty years in business, I've seen countless agreements come and go, but nothing compares to the divine exchange I discuss in this episode of The Trus...
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Episode 67
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Episode 66 - The Double-Dip Principle: How Serving God Serves You First
The Gate of Trust holds a transformative principle that has guided seekers for generations: "Make your will His will, so that He will do your will as if it is His own." This profound statement captures the essence of spiritual alignment that ca...
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Episode 66
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Episode 65 - Are you receiving God's gifts while ignoring His requests?
What does it really mean to trust God while also fulfilling our obligations to Him? This thought-provoking exploration of the fourth principle of trust challenges us to reconsider our relationship with our Creator in profound ways.We of...
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Episode 65
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Episode 64 - When Giants Fall: The Danger of Placing Trust in Powerful People
What happens when the most powerful people in the world fail us? This episode of The Trust Factor examines a profound spiritual paradox that's playing out in real time.We continue our exploration of the seven essential criteria needed f...
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Episode 64
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Episode 63 - Divine Trust Doesn't Mean Sitting Still
What happens when your unwavering faith collides with life's harshest realities? The Trust Factor dives deep into a profound spiritual paradox that affects us all.Walking through life with complete trust in divine providence creates a r...
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Episode 63
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Episode 62 - Prayer: The Forgotten Tool for Remembering Who's Really in Charge
Trust is deceptively simple yet profoundly misunderstood. This episode delves into the third principle from Rabbeinu Bakhia's 850-year-old "Gate of Trust" – the concept that trust should be exclusively in God, not in any creation.We tac...
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Episode 62
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Episode 61 - How God Works Through Others: Balancing Faith in a Human World
Have you ever considered what it truly means to place your faith in something—or someone? On the eve of Shavuot, we explore one of Judaism's most profound paradoxes: how to maintain complete trust in God while navigating a world that constantly...
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Episode 61
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Episode 60 - Stress Is Death: How Reclaiming Childlike Trust Saves Lives
Why does Judaism's most foundational holiday go largely uncelebrated? That, among other topics, is the curious puzzle I explore in this episode of The Trust Factor. While Passover seders happen in even the most secular Jewish homes and Hanukkah...
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Episode 60
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Episode 59 - Learn from Children: How to Regain Appreciation in a Disposable World
Becoming desensitized to our surroundings, our work, and the people in our lives is a modern pitfall that affects us all. Drawing from the example of a funeral director who lost sight of his crucial role during families' vulnerable moments, we ...
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Episode 58 - When Compassion Fades: Finding Wisdom in a Funeral Director's Callousness
A chance encounter at a funeral home changed my perspective forever. Witnessing a funeral director press a grieving family about timelines and overtime charges while they waited for relatives traveling from New York left everyone stunned. This ...
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Episode 58
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Episode 57 - God Sees Your Heart: True Faith Beyond Self-Deception
What if the secret to success isn't gaining more control, but surrendering it? The Trust Factor podcast dives into Rebbeinu Bachia's thousand-year-old wisdom from "The Gate of Trust," revealing why complete trust can only be placed in the Divin...
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Episode 56 - The Divine Wisdom of Balance: Maimonides' Guide to Character Transformation
Extreme character traits, even positive ones, can become toxic when left unchecked. Today's deep dive explores how our strengths—whether generosity, confidence, or ambition—transform into weaknesses when pushed too far, and presents a revolutio...
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Episode 55 - Balance Beyond Extremes: Overcoming Life's Obstacles
Tired of feeling stuck in the same patterns? Ready for breakthrough change? This episode of The Trust Factor reveals how an ancient wisdom principle can create modern miracles in your life.We dive deep into "measure for measure" (midah ...
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Episode 54 - The Divine Principle That Guarantees Miracles in Your Life
What does it take to make the impossible possible? Can we actually influence divine intervention through our actions? The ancient wisdom of "measure for measure" reveals a profound spiritual mechanism that could transform your approach to life'...
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