After a humbling experience at a synagogue, I realized that true happiness isn't about controlling life's chaotic elements, but rather about embracing faith and surrendering to a higher power. This episode unravels the final form of trust essential for true happiness, shedding light on the eternal and profound pleasures that await in the spiritual world. Through vivid analogies, such as the incomprehensible environments of fish and birds, we explore how spiritual pleasures far outweigh the fleeting joys rooted in the physical realm.Guided by the enduring wisdom of Rabbi Yerucham Levovitz and King David, we reflect on the importance of prioritizing spiritual connections over materialistic pursuits, with inspiring examples like the reunion of Jacob and Joseph. The teachings we share emphasize the transformative power of replacing worldly love with divine love, setting us on a path to saintliness and spiritual wisdom. Join us as we continue to grow and prepare for the next stage of our spiritual journey, reaching toward the ultimate rewards of spiritual fulfillment and the eternal joys of the world to come._____________This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek.Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com.We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim)Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on September 10, 2024.Released as Podcast on January 28, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Happiness, #Hashem, #RabbiAryehWolbe, #OrchotTzaddikim, #Surrender, #Faith, #SpiritualPleasure, #PhysicalPleasure, #Trust, #SpiritualWorld, #MaterialisticPursuits, #DivineLove, #SpiritualConnections, #Yerurcham, #KingDavid, #SpiritualFulfillment, #EternalJoys, #WorldtoCome, #Maturity, #MaterialDesires, #Royalty, #BiblicalStory, #JacobandJoseph, #Reunion, #SanctifyingGod'sName, #SaintlySages, #SpiritualJourney ★ Support this podcast ★