This story is so spot-on! I know someone who fits this description perfectly, and yes, his life is hell. But…he won’t let go of his “story” for anything. The “suffering tzaddik”…
A side effect not mentioned in this article is that eventually, all those around such a person are driven away by the constant outpouring of negative feelings and blame. It’s not just self-destruction, but destruction of relationships. Eventually, the person drives himself into isolation.
2. Lucy
7/06/2022
Thanks so much
3. James Stead
7/06/2022
Very thought provoking as an outsider reading this. I’ve grown up in the Christian world which disregards Moshe. But I’m learning more that it is still relevant.
Thanks
7/07/2022
This story is so spot-on! I know someone who fits this description perfectly, and yes, his life is hell. But…he won’t let go of his “story” for anything. The “suffering tzaddik”…
A side effect not mentioned in this article is that eventually, all those around such a person are driven away by the constant outpouring of negative feelings and blame. It’s not just self-destruction, but destruction of relationships. Eventually, the person drives himself into isolation.
7/06/2022
Thanks so much
7/06/2022
Very thought provoking as an outsider reading this. I’ve grown up in the Christian world which disregards Moshe. But I’m learning more that it is still relevant.
Thanks