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Welcome, dear listeners, to our daily Tanya discussion. Imagine you're facing a challenge, one that tests your patience and resolve. It's in these moments that today's text from the Tanya, Chapter 27, offers profound guidance.
The Alter Rebbe speaks about the 'beinoni', the intermediate person, and the constant struggle between the divine soul and the animal soul. We all experience inner conflict, but he reassures us that we possess the strength to choose the good, even when the not-so-good seems overwhelmingly powerful.
Think of it as a small city with two sovereigns vying for control. The divine soul represents our purest intentions, our yearning for spirituality and goodness. The animal soul represents our baser instincts, our ego, and material desires. Who will reign supreme? It's a battle that plays out daily, moment by moment.
The key lies in recognizing that while we may not always have control over our thoughts or feelings, we do have control over our actions. This is the essence of the beinoni – not that they are free from conflict, but that they consistently choose to act in accordance with their divine soul, even when their animal soul protests.
This message resonates with all of us. No matter the inner turmoil, we can always choose how we act. Let this be a reminder that every day, in every moment, we are empowered to make choices that align with our highest selves.
Embrace the struggle, for it is in the challenge that we find our true strength and character.
This podcast was produced and sponsored by Daniel Aharonoff.