Family & Daily Life

Every moment, we are progressing in life. We are passing points along our journey that we will never see again. The question always is: Did we use our time wisely, or did we let these moments pass us by?

The difference between observant and secular Jews is very apparent when you look at the relationship between parents and children. Aging parents can easily be seen as a “burden” and “behind the times”. The Torah approach can be seen from Yosef’s attention to his father Yaakov... 

We're older now and have adult children. Perhaps they look at us as as old-fashioned, not with-it, and unable to keep up with the pace of life and the latest technology. How do we interpret this? What is our role now?

There are seven other seniors in the van, all members of the local center for the memory-impaired. I am the escort who makes sure everyone arrives home safely…

Rabbi Arush explores the often hidden impact that parents’ personal modesty has on their children’s growth and future success. Tzniut is a powerful tool for parenting and creates a foundation for children to truly thrive.

The ultimate goal of the Seder is to reveal the world’s most hidden truth: Hashem’s profound love for us. By instilling this knowledge in ourselves and our children, we transform our emunah and ignite our prayers with new, fiery life. This unequivocal message of Divine Love is the true climax of the night.

“My wife and I are broken, Rabbi, we really don’t know what has happened to our sweet daughter. She was so tzaddikah, so modest, so sweet, so gentle, a homebody who always helped. And now she acts like a dybbuk (demon) got into her..."

Are you looking for advice that can save your children’s souls? Rabbi Arush gives advice that can give your children the resilience, emuna, and the strength to overcome all the evil inclinations of this generation and to grow up to be tzaddikim, chassidim, and true lovers of Hashem!

Society tells us to delay marriage. The Sages however, tell us how important it is to marry at a proper time.

Are you looking for a soulmate for yourself or a child? Read Rabbi Arush's sound advice for a successful match!

The bond between a Jew and a non-Jew is not one of everlasting love. Happiness can only come from building a Jewish home together with a true-life partner.

Sometimes we try to hold onto our emuna, but the situation just feels like too much to bear. You’re not alone – there are simple things you can do to hang on tight…

The meeting began as expected. She told me how we didn't meet our goals. I waited for her to drop the sword and fire me. Instead... 

You've seen it all. Nothing phases you anymore. And then you get the shock of your life! After you recover a bit, you look to find the hidden message...

For those of us who do not learn Torah all day, there are quite a number of ways to bring the Divine Service into the workplace.

Belief is what creates reality. Belief determines a successful outcome. If you believe in yourself, you will succeed.

How easy it is to take liberties with close relatives in business and financial dealings. Don’t delude yourself!  To benefit from money, it must be kosher, else there is no blessing or gain. 

Want some solid advice to improve your financial situation? The Kalever Rebbe gives clear direction that won’t cost you a cent! 

Want something that’s not yours? The Kalever Rebbe explains that if it’s coming to you, Hashem will arrange you to receive it in a permitted way so that you can enjoy it within the boundaries of Jewish law.

Many believe that Torah study will not provide them with the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a livelihood. So logically, they need to minimize the amount of time for Torah study and pursue secular subjects. The Kalever Rebbe shows how wrong this thinking is... 

Do you want the Shechinah to dwell in your home? The Kalever Rebbe gives sound advice on how to bring the Divine Presence into your home and your marriage. 

Could Avraham face a greater test than sacrificing his son Yitzchak? Yes – to give generously and without qualms to pay for Sarah’s burial place in Hevron. Why is this test harder than sacrificing his son, and what motivated his generosity?

Why is it that everything a baby does is endearing and well-received? The Kalever Rebbe explains how we can use the charm of humility to benefit our relationships. 

Who doesn’t want to be blessed? We all want to be blessed, but what is the all-encompassing blessing that can influence all realms of life? Rabbi Arush explains what that blessing is...

Why do we feel disconnected today? This Torah insight on shaatnez reveals the hidden tension between success and real human connection.

This lesson is for the entire year - If you're struggling with depression, or just frustrated that life isn’t going the way you want it to, Rabbi Shalom Arush just gave us in less than one minute the secret to eliminating toxic shame!

Gary was resigned to the fact that he'd be overweight for the rest of his life, accepting his layers of excess fat as a necessary fact of life, until he heard one CD...

Why does one person have to go through so much pain? Why does it have to be that way? How could Hashem let such a thing happen?