Ep. 2 - The Battle for Real Pleasure

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Shmiras Einayim

Rabbi Ari Klapper

27 episodes

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Frank, supportive guidance on maintaining spiritual purity in the modern world. Rabbi Ari Klapper combines Halacha with practical strategies for men struggling with visual temptation. Addresses the daily battle between religious conviction and natural urges with honesty, removing shame and isolation. You're not alone in this nisayon. Practical halachic advice for smartphones, the internet, and daily life challenges.

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Ep. 2 - The Battle for Real Pleasure

Shmiras Einayim

28 minutes 38 seconds

8 months ago

Ep. 2 - The Battle for Real Pleasure

Is the world offering you real happiness, or just an illusion?

We live in a world filled with distractions, desires, and an ever-growing culture that glorifies indulgence. But is what we see and chase after truly satisfying, or is it just a mirage? The Torah teaches us that pleasure isn’t inherently bad—Hashem created it for a purpose. The challenge is directing it towards real, lasting fulfillment rather than fleeting illusions.

We explore the core struggle of Shmiras Einayim—not just as a battle of self-control, but as a deeper question of identity, values, and choosing what kind of life we truly want to live. Why do we feel drawn toward things that we know aren’t good for us? How does the Yetzer Hara manipulate our minds into thinking we have no choice? And most importantly—how do we reclaim control and start living in a way that leads to true satisfaction?

Through Torah insights, powerful metaphors, and real-world examples, this shiur offers a roadmap to overcoming challenges, resisting the fake, and embracing a life of deeper meaning and true pleasure. If you’ve ever struggled with the pull of the world around you, this episode will give you the tools and perspective to fight back.

Hosted by Rabbi Ari Klapper and produced by Eli Podcast Productions, this episode is part of the Real Judaism series, available on RealJudaism.org. Don't forget to subscribe and share to stay connected with our daily lessons and timeless Torah insights!