Episode 9-From Distortion to Transformation

About this episode

Rabbi Michael Cohen discusses obstacles to personal growth and offers a path for transformation.

In this episode, Rabbi Michael Cohen brings forward powerful teachings from Rav Dessler that reveals two of the greatest obstacles to personal growth: the bias that distorts how we see reality, and the resistance that keeps us from changing even after the truth becomes clear. You’ll gain a sharper awareness of how comfort, fear, and familiarity quietly shape your decisions, and walk away with a practical path for breaking old patterns and beginning real change. Join the Conversation! Be part of our growing community—join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up . Connect with Rabbi Michael Cohen Reach out to Rabbi Michael Cohen to learn more about his one-on-one coaching work, where he applies the teachings of Strive for Truth to help individuals untangle inner confusion, clarify priorities, and live more grounded, self-expressed lives. To inquire or connect, email him at rabbicohen@msn.com .

People in this episode

Host: Dan Kullman

Guest: Rabbi Michael Cohen

Topics covered

• personal growth
• bias
• resistance
• comfort
• fear
• transformation

Keywords

• personal growth
• bias
• resistance
• comfort
• fear
• transformation
• change

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