Episode Details

Most people measure their lives by income, achievement, influence, or knowledge. But what if the real metric of success is something far simpler and far more confronting? In this episode, you’ll gain a powerful lens to evaluate your day, your relationships, your ambition, and even your spiritual growth through one transformative question: am I giving or am I taking? This conversation will help you reframe marriage, work, parenting, learning, and personal growth, so you can stop chasing external validation and start building a life of deep meaning, lasting love, and true inner alignment.

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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 mailto:rabbicohen@msn.com.