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Mesilas Yesharim

Rabbi Ari Klapper, Real Judaism, Eli Podcast Productions

Bridge the gap between knowing and living Torah values. Rabbi Ari Klapper"s detailed study of this foundational mussar text addresses the frustrating reality: we know what"s right, but struggle to embody it. Practical character development, fear and love of Hashem, spiritual growth through stories and real-world examples. Change is harder than learning all of Shas, but it is possible with consistent effort and authentic guidance.

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Ep. 56 – Sensitivity Training

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/12/23

Have you ever missed a hidden blessing because your heart was dulled to life's finer nuances? The Ramchal teaches that Torah learning is the ultimate sensitivity training—sharpening our spiritual "sense organs" so we recognize true good and recoil from subtle evils. Too often we stroll through mitzvos and moral choices on autopilot, unaware of the precious opportunities hiding in plain sight. How might your relationships deepen if you perceived every act of kindness as a Divine gift

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Ep. 55 – What am I Doing

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/12/16

Have you ever tracked your bank balance more closely than your soul's trajectory? The Ramchal teaches that true avodas Hashem begins with two questions: "What is the right path?" and then "Am I actually walking it?" We're quick to audit our businesses yet neglect to pause and ask whether our daily routines align with our Divine purpose. Why do we expend mental energy on vacations and investments, yet rarely on our spiritual growth? This episode will guide you through the

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Ep. 54 – Hashem Wants You All the Time

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/12/09

Do you relegate your spiritual life to weekends and holidays, as if Hashem clocks out on Monday morning? Chazal teach—and the Ramchal underscores—that our service of Hashem is not a part-time hobby but a full-time calling. Yet we often live split lives: "Shul Ari" on Shabbos, "Business Bob" during the week, never stopping to ask what Torah says about our daily routines. Why do we treat morning coffee and office meetings as neutral zones outside Divine awareness? This episode will

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Ep. 53 – Take Stock of Your Life

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/12/02

Do you ever feel like life's rushing past without you even noticing? The Ramchal draws on Chazal's call to "make a cheshbon nefesh," teaching that true progress demands pausing to take honest account of where we stand. We juggle short-term thrills and long-term goals yet rarely ask: "Am I building the life I truly want?" Why do we pour energy into fleeting pleasures when our spiritual balance sheet goes unchecked? This episode will guide you through the art of spiritual

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Ep. 52 – The Treasure of Listening

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/11/25

What happens when you admit you don't have all the answers and truly seek wise counsel? The Ramchal teaches that navigating life's thorny maze requires humility to follow those who've already seen the path. Too often we charge ahead on autopilot—certain we know best—only to find ourselves lost in dead ends. Why do we resist the guidance of Torah's sages when their perspective can illuminate hidden pitfalls? This episode will unveil the priceless value of honest listening—showing you

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Ep. 51 – The Garden Maze

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/11/18

Have you ever wandered through life convinced you're headed toward the center, only to realize you've been going in circles? The Ramchal compares our spiritual journey to a garden maze—its hedges so alike that without a clear guide, every turn can feel like progress yet lead away from the goal. We may follow popular paths only to find ourselves lost in confusion. Why do familiar choices so often mislead us? This episode will map out the Divine blueprint for escape—revealing how only those

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Ep. 50 – Corrupted Logic

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/11/11

What happens when people bring "proofs" for the most twisted behaviors? The Ramchal teaches that in our dark world, the yetzer hara's power to corrupt logic runs so deep that people will passionately defend the indefensible. We see this tragically today—supporters of mass murderers convinced they're championing justice, individuals justifying destructive habits as beneficial. Why do seemingly rational people embrace such warped reasoning? How can we protect ourselves from similar

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Ep. 49 – The Second Mistake

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/11/04

When have you justified the unjustifiable with a clever argument? The Ramchal warns that the yetzer hara wields a twisted logic—making evil deeds appear noble and noble deeds look oppressive—by distorting the little light we have in this dark world. Just as we see moral clarity warped into license for cruelty today, from condoning violence to excusing every personal indulgence, the darkness makes good look bad and bad look good. How does twisted reasoning blind us to truth? This episode will expose

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Ep. 48 – The Darkness of this World

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/10/28

Have you ever been blinded by your own goodwill or dazzled by the world's bright distractions? Chazal warn us that life's darkness either hides pitfalls altogether or twists what we see into dangerous mirages. The Ramchal reveals how too much chesed without din can warp our priorities and lead us astray. Why do acts of kindness sometimes become license for excess? How can a glimmer of pleasure masquerade as genuine joy? This episode will illuminate the twin perils of hidden and distorted

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Ep. 47 – Can You See

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/10/21

Have you ever walked through life convinced you're wide awake when you're actually stumbling in the dark? Chazal teach that without daily cheshbon nefesh we become blind to our own missteps—tripping over hidden pitfalls while mistaking shadows for substance. We may boast about our Torah learning yet fail to grasp the blindness lurking beneath our routines. Why do we cling to petty disputes when the real dangers go unseen? This episode will shed light on practical steps to open your spiritual

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Ep. 46 – Stop and Think

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/10/14

Do you ever race through your day without pausing to catch your breath and your bearings? The Ramchal teaches that true z'hirus begins with mindful accounting—"Stop and think!"—before and after every action, just as Chazal urge us to make daily cheshbon nefesh. Yet in our hurried lives, we plow ahead on autopilot, unaware of the small missteps that steer us off course. What patterns have you locked into by habit rather than intention? This episode will show you the simple framework of

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Ep. 45 – Wait a Second.... What am I Doing

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/10/07

Have you ever realized midstream that you're on autopilot? The Ramchal warns that without daily cheshbon nefesh—pausing each day to "wait a second" and audit our deeds—our actions slip into mindless routine. We can repeat good habits until they become hollow, never noticing when we veer off course or settle for mediocrity. How would your day change if you stopped each morning to ask, "What am I doing and why?" This episode will teach you how to carve out consistent "stop

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Ep. 44 – Do Things Better

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/09/30

Do you ever clock mitzvos off your list without tasting their sweetness? The Ramchal teaches that beyond performing good deeds, we must "feel" them—examining the quality of our kavanos and the depth of our engagement. It's easy to assume that showing up counts for everything: standing for Shemoneh Esrei, opening a chumash, or raising our cup on Purim. But are we really immersing our hearts in the avodah, or merely going through the motions? This episode will show you simple yet

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Ep. 43 – Am I Really Doing a Mitzvah

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/09/23

Do your mitzvos sometimes feel like empty rituals rather than soul-fueling acts? The Ramchal teaches that performing a mitzvah without genuine kavanah is like drinking from a mirage—on the surface you're "doing" the commandment, but your nefesh remains thirsty. We may rush through Purim l'chayims or recite brachos by rote, yet miss the heart of the avodah. How often do we pause to ask, "Am I fulfilling this mitzvah for its true purpose or just to check a box?" This

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Ep. 42 – What Am I Doing

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/09/16

Have you ever looked back and realized you've been sleepwalking through your own story? The Gemara in Eruvin delivers a shocking truth: it might have been better never to be born—unless we seize the chance to "check our ways" while we still can. Yet most of us shy away from that mirror, preferring comfortable narratives to hard truths. What hidden detours have you been taking? How different would your choices be if you paused to ask, "Is this the right path for my nefesh?"

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Ep. 41 – Truly Know Yourself

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/09/09

What truths lie hidden beneath your self-image? The Ramchal teaches that genuine growth begins when we confront our real standing, not our preferred fantasy. It's easy to coast on comfortable illusions—"I'm fine as I am," "It's not my fault"—but those self-deceptions steer us off-course. Why do we cling to excuses instead of embracing the power to change? This episode will guide you through the vital practice of cheshbon nefesh—honest self-audit that roots out hidden

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Ep. 40 – Develop Your Instinct

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/09/02

What if your soul's survival depended on split-second reflexes? The Ramchal teaches that true z'hirus isn't only thinking before you act—it's training your instincts so that when temptation strikes, you respond correctly without hesitation. Just as a commando drills for crisis, we must forge spiritual "muscles" to look away from forbidden scenes and seize fleeting opportunities for mitzvah. How do you reprogram reflexes that betray your higher purpose? This episode will

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Ep. 39 – What is Really Important in Life

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/08/26

When was the last time you paused to ask what will matter when you look back on your life? The Ramchal teaches that true greatness comes from daily cheshbon nefesh—taking stock of our purpose and our performance. Yet we often chase fleeting thrills only to wonder at eighty where the years went. Why do we invest energy in trivial pursuits when our spiritual balance sheet goes unchecked? This episode will guide you through the two-step process of cheshbon nefesh: first, clarifying what really deserves

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Ep. 38 – Help Yourself

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/08/19

Have you ever waited for divine rescue without lifting a finger? The Ramchal teaches that while Hashem is our ultimate Helper, He won't save us unless we first open our eyes and take action. It's tempting to blame our struggles on fate or cover our ears and pretend nothing's wrong, but without genuine self-awareness and effort, even miracles remain out of reach. Why do we expect Hashem's support when we won't support ourselves? How can you ignite your own will to change before

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Ep. 37 – Being Honest with Yourself

Mesilas Yesharim ·

2025/08/12

Do you dare to face the unvarnished truth about your own motives? Our master, the Ramchal, teaches that the loftiest service begins with middas emes—raw honesty before Hashem and oneself. Yet so often we spin comforting stories—“I’m too tired,” “Everyone else does it,” “It won’t hurt”—just to dodge the sting of guilt. What distortions keep you from seeing your real priorities? When was the last time you confronted your own contradictions instead of brushing them aside? How might embracing brutal

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