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SoulWords- Full LibraryIn Memoriam: Lessons from My Father That Shaped My LifeIn this heartfelt lecture, Rabbi Shais Taub shares personal stories and life lessons from his father, Dr. Gershom Taub OBM, in honor of the upcoming shloshim (30-day memorial) of his passing. With warmth and wisdom, Rabbi Taub reflects on the values, teachings, and memories that helped shape him. A touching tribute to a beloved father and an inspiring message for every soul.2025-01-141h 10

Topics- SoulWordsIn Memoriam: Lessons from My Father That Shaped My Life In this heartfelt lecture, Rabbi Shais Taub shares personal stories and life lessons from his father, Dr. Gershom Taub OBM, in honor of the upcoming shloshim (30-day memorial) of his passing. With warmth and wisdom, Rabbi Taub reflects on the values, teachings, and memories that helped shape him. A touching tribute to a beloved father and an inspiring message for every soul. 2025-01-141h 10

Topics- SoulWordsEmunah & Anxiety Rabbi Shais Taub shares three powerful spiritual tools for increasing our emotional wellbeing. Delivered in Lakewood, NJ on Nov 26, 2024. 2024-11-291h 36

SoulWords- Full LibraryEmunah & AnxietyRabbi Shais Taub shares three powerful spiritual tools for increasing our emotional wellbeing. Delivered in Lakewood, NJ on Nov 26, 2024.2024-11-291h 36

Topics- SoulWordsLevi Yitzchak of Berditchev Yahrzeit Farbrengen The holy tzadik, R' Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, is renowned for his passionate advocacy on behalf of the Jewish people, always defending them before the Heavenly Court. However, less widely known are his profound Torah teachings and the beautiful melodies he composed. To honor the Berditchever’s yahrzeit on 25 Tishrei, world-renowned speaker Rabbi Shais Taub and acclaimed recording artist Eli Marcus pay a heartfelt tribute to R' Levi Yitzchak’s legacy, bringing together his powerful teachings and soulful niggunim. Join us for this meaningful celebration of the life and teachings of R' Levi Yitzchak of Berdi...2024-10-281h 57

SoulWords- Full LibraryLevi Yitzchak of Berditchev Yahrzeit FarbrengenThe holy tzadik, R' Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, is renowned for his passionate advocacy on behalf of the Jewish people, always defending them before the Heavenly Court. However, less widely known are his profound Torah teachings and the beautiful melodies he composed. To honor the Berditchever’s yahrzeit on 25 Tishrei, world-renowned speaker Rabbi Shais Taub and acclaimed recording artist Eli Marcus pay a heartfelt tribute to R' Levi Yitzchak’s legacy, bringing together his powerful teachings and soulful niggunim. Join us for this meaningful celebration of the life and teachings of R' Levi Yitzchak of Berditchev, and immerse yourself in the w...2024-10-281h 57

SoulWords- Full LibraryHow Can We Dance?Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to a caller who is unsure of how to properly observe Shemini Atzeres / Simchas Torah this year in light of the events of one year ago.2024-10-2247 min

Blood Brothers- SoulWordsYom Kippur 5785 (Blood Brothers IX) Why aren't there two days of Yom Kippur? What makes Die Hard fun? What are the riddles of the rabbi of Baghdad? Brothers Shais and Dovid Taub discuss this and more on this latest edition of your favorite podcast. 2024-10-091h 38

SoulWords- Full LibraryYom Kippur 5785 (Blood Brothers IX)Why aren't there two days of Yom Kippur? What makes Die Hard fun? What are the riddles of the rabbi of Baghdad? Brothers Shais and Dovid Taub discuss this and more on this latest edition of your favorite podcast.2024-10-091h 38

SoulWords- Full LibraryWorry Less, Earn MoreHow does the concept of Bitachon (trust in G-d) apply to earning a living? Rabbi Shais Taub speaks about the spiritual principles of financial success without distraction or worry.2024-07-221h 17

Topics- SoulWordsWorry Less, Earn More How does the concept of Bitachon (trust in G-d) apply to earning a living? Rabbi Shais Taub speaks about the spiritual principles of financial success without distraction or worry. 2024-07-221h 17

Topics- SoulWordsSpiritual Guide to Men & Women Drawing on the mystical teachings of Chassidus and Kabbalah, Rabbi Shais Taub explores masculine and feminine paradigms in marriage and relationships. This enlightening talk offers practical insights and a clear understanding of gender dynamics rooted in Jewish spirituality which will bring clarity to those seeking to deepen their insights into male-female interactions. 2024-07-191h 22

SoulWords- Full LibrarySpiritual Guide to Men & WomenDrawing on the mystical teachings of Chassidus and Kabbalah, Rabbi Shais Taub explores masculine and feminine paradigms in marriage and relationships. This enlightening talk offers practical insights and a clear understanding of gender dynamics rooted in Jewish spirituality which will bring clarity to those seeking to deepen their insights into male-female interactions.2024-07-191h 22

Topics- SoulWordsAcceptance Workshop—Part 1 For those interested in exploring 12-Step recovery from a Jewish spiritual perspective, Rabbi Shais Taub utilizes texts from the Big Book of AA and the 12 and 12 to discuss how Jews in recovery can integrate their faith tradition into their lives in a manner consistent with sustained recovery. This video is PART 1 of an intensive all-day workshop entitled "Practicing Acceptance in our Lives and in the Steps." These sessions were recorded during an intensive, all-day workshop in London, UK, on July 4, 2024. 2024-07-121h 48

SoulWords- Full LibraryAcceptance Workshop—Part 1For those interested in exploring 12-Step recovery from a Jewish spiritual perspective, Rabbi Shais Taub utilizes texts from the Big Book of AA and the 12 and 12 to discuss how Jews in recovery can integrate their faith tradition into their lives in a manner consistent with sustained recovery. This video is PART 1 of an intensive all-day workshop entitled "Practicing Acceptance in our Lives and in the Steps." These sessions were recorded during an intensive, all-day workshop in London, UK, on July 4, 2024.2024-07-121h 48

SoulWords- Full LibraryWhat Stray Cats Taught Me About Winning TrustRabbi Shais Taub visits Avi Fishoff's support group for parents in crisis, to present the valuable life lessons he learned while winning the trust of a couple of frightened stray cats. He draws parallels between putting these cats at ease and similar behaviors in interpersonal relationships that convey safety and security especially to those experiencing emotional dysregulation due to trauma.2024-05-2927 min

Topics- SoulWordsWhat Stray Cats Taught Me About Winning Trust Rabbi Shais Taub visits Avi Fishoff's support group for parents in crisis, to present the valuable life lessons he learned while winning the trust of a couple of frightened stray cats. He draws parallels between putting these cats at ease and similar behaviors in interpersonal relationships that convey safety and security especially to those experiencing emotional dysregulation due to trauma. 2024-05-2927 min

Topics- SoulWordsDe-Stigmatizing Anxiety & Depression in Our Community Rabbi Shais Taub delivers the key note address at an evening dedicated to putting an end to shame and stigma connected to anxiety and depression. The event was organized by CATCH (Creating A Team of Courage and Hope). For more information about CATCH visit: https://www.catchsupport.org/ 2024-05-221h 13

SoulWords- Full LibraryDe-Stigmatizing Anxiety & Depression in Our CommunityRabbi Shais Taub delivers the key note address at an evening dedicated to putting an end to shame and stigma connected to anxiety and depression. The event was organized by CATCH (Creating A Team of Courage and Hope). For more information about CATCH visit: https://www.catchsupport.org/2024-05-221h 13

Topics- SoulWordsThe Life & Teachings of Reb Volf Reb Menachem Ze'ev "Volf" Greenglass (1917-2010) was a unique educator and role model who raised a generation of students in Lubavitch's yeshiva in Montreal. His only son-in-law, Rabbi Dovid Cohen, joins Rabbi Shais Taub in an interview discussing Rabbi Greenglass' life and teachings. 2024-05-171h 38

SoulWords- Full LibraryThe Life & Teachings of Reb VolfReb Menachem Ze'ev "Volf" Greenglass (1917-2010) was a unique educator and role model who raised a generation of students in Lubavitch's yeshiva in Montreal. His only son-in-law, Rabbi Dovid Cohen, joins Rabbi Shais Taub in an interview discussing Rabbi Greenglass' life and teachings.2024-05-171h 38

Topics- SoulWordsTen Sefiros Join Rabbi Shais Taub as he brings the mystical Ten Sefiros to life, straight from the core texts of Kabbalah and Chassidic philosophy. This session isn't just an overview—it's a deep dive into sacred writings like the introduction to Tikunei Zohar and Igeres HaKodesh, chapter 15. Rabbi Taub translates ancient wisdom into practical insights that resonate with our everyday lives. Discover how these fundamental Kabbalistic concepts can transform your understanding and spiritual practice. 2024-05-091h 10

SoulWords- Full LibraryTen SefirosJoin Rabbi Shais Taub as he brings the mystical Ten Sefiros to life, straight from the core texts of Kabbalah and Chassidic philosophy. This session isn't just an overview—it's a deep dive into sacred writings like the introduction to Tikunei Zohar and Igeres HaKodesh, chapter 15. Rabbi Taub translates ancient wisdom into practical insights that resonate with our everyday lives. Discover how these fundamental Kabbalistic concepts can transform your understanding and spiritual practice.2024-05-091h 10

Topics- SoulWordsGuided Meditation for 12-Step Recovery Rabbi Shais Taub leads a guided meditation session at the Kansas City Recovery Retreat. The focus of the meditation is on the idea of G-d's complete "Everything-ness" and how we can surrender our separate egos to that reality to experience greater serenity and, most importantly, increase our usefulness to our Maker. 2024-04-1657 min

SoulWords- Full LibraryGuided Meditation for 12-Step RecoveryRabbi Shais Taub leads a guided meditation session at the Kansas City Recovery Retreat. The focus of the meditation is on the idea of G-d's complete "Everything-ness" and how we can surrender our separate egos to that reality to experience greater serenity and, most importantly, increase our usefulness to our Maker.2024-04-1657 min

Topics- SoulWordsThree Phases of Freedom Co-founder of AA, Dr. Bob, once said that the entire 12-Step program could be summed up as: 1) Trust G-d, 2) Clean House, 3) Help Others. In that spirit, Rabbi Shais Taub presents a 1-hour overview of the 12 Steps of recovery structured into "three phases of freedom" corresponding to three months on the Jewish calendar as well as three phrases in the verse (Song of Songs 1:4) "Draw me, we will run after you; the king brought me to his chambers." This was delivered as the step workshop at the Kansas City Recovery Conference in 2024. 2024-04-1657 min

SoulWords- Full LibraryThree Phases of FreedomCo-founder of AA, Dr. Bob, once said that the entire 12-Step program could be summed up as: 1) Trust G-d, 2) Clean House, 3) Help Others. In that spirit, Rabbi Shais Taub presents a 1-hour overview of the 12 Steps of recovery structured into "three phases of freedom" corresponding to three months on the Jewish calendar as well as three phrases in the verse (Song of Songs 1:4) "Draw me, we will run after you; the king brought me to his chambers." This was delivered as the step workshop at the Kansas City Recovery Conference in 2024.2024-04-1657 min

Holidays- SoulWordsThe Rabbi & the Psychiatrist Join Rabbi Shais Taub and Dr. Jacob L. Freedman in a thought-provoking discussion on mental health, addiction recovery, and Pesach. Delve into the intersection of spirituality and mental well-being as they share insights and strategies for personal growth during the holiday season. Gain valuable perspectives on overcoming challenges and finding inner strength amidst adversity. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own journey or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers practical wisdom and compassionate guidance. To purchase the Four Cups Haggadah: https://a.co/d/1dWimj7 2024-04-091h 16

SoulWords- Full LibraryThe Rabbi & the PsychiatristJoin Rabbi Shais Taub and Dr. Jacob L. Freedman in a thought-provoking discussion on mental health, addiction recovery, and Pesach. Delve into the intersection of spirituality and mental well-being as they share insights and strategies for personal growth during the holiday season. Gain valuable perspectives on overcoming challenges and finding inner strength amidst adversity. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own journey or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers practical wisdom and compassionate guidance. To purchase the Four Cups Haggadah: https://a.co/d/1dWimj7 2024-04-091h 16

Topics- SoulWordsThe Rabbi & the Psychiatrist Join Rabbi Shais Taub and Dr. Jacob L. Freedman in a thought-provoking discussion on mental health, addiction recovery, and Pesach. Delve into the intersection of spirituality and mental well-being as they share insights and strategies for personal growth during the holiday season. Gain valuable perspectives on overcoming challenges and finding inner strength amidst adversity. Whether you're seeking inspiration for your own journey or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers practical wisdom and compassionate guidance. To purchase the Four Cups Haggadah: https://a.co/d/1dWimj7 2024-04-091h 16

SoulWords- Full LibraryThe Rebbe's Purim Miracle and Stalin's DemiseLearn about the connection between the Lubavitcher Rebbe's Purim gathering in Brooklyn in 1953 and Stalin's sudden demise in Moscow. Rabbi Shais Taub meticulously maps out the historical timeline, providing compelling visual aids to illustrate the extraordinary sequence of events.2024-03-151h 04

Holidays- SoulWordsThe Rebbe's Purim Miracle and Stalin's Demise Learn about the connection between the Lubavitcher Rebbe's Purim gathering in Brooklyn in 1953 and Stalin's sudden demise in Moscow. Rabbi Shais Taub meticulously maps out the historical timeline, providing compelling visual aids to illustrate the extraordinary sequence of events. 2024-03-151h 04

SoulWords- Full LibraryBoomers vs Gen ZSymbols of cultural identity that inspired Jewish boomers are not meaningful to Gen Z. Is this the end of Judaism or a new beginning? Rabbi Shais Taub suggests that the only thing left is to explain the mystical truth about the uniqueness of this physical world. Recorded in front of a group of college students from Aish UK on a trip to NYC.2024-02-0845 min

Topics- SoulWordsBoomers vs Gen Z Symbols of cultural identity that inspired Jewish boomers are not meaningful to Gen Z. Is this the end of Judaism or a new beginning? Rabbi Shais Taub suggests that the only thing left is to explain the mystical truth about the uniqueness of this physical world. Recorded in front of a group of college students from Aish UK on a trip to NYC. 2024-02-0845 min

Topics- SoulWordsLife Meditation Join Rabbi Shais Taub in a guided meditation based on Chapter 44 of Tanya, which helps one to cultivate a deep love for Hashem by contemplating His role as the source of our life. This is the meditation known as "My Soul, I desire You." 2024-02-0745 min

SoulWords- Full LibraryLife MeditationJoin Rabbi Shais Taub in a guided meditation based on Chapter 44 of Tanya, which helps one to cultivate a deep love for Hashem by contemplating His role as the source of our life. This is the meditation known as "My Soul, I desire You."2024-02-0745 min

Topics- SoulWordsTime to Get Real with Parenting In this keynote address at the Kesher Nafshi shabbaton, Rabbi Shais Taub challenges the premise of "crisis chinuch" and argues that parents need to tap into not only the unconditional love but "unconditional pride" in every child. Rabbi Taub also discusses the importance of vulnerability, honesty, and authenticity in our families and community. 2023-12-2155 min

SoulWords- Full LibraryTime to Get Real with ParentingIn this keynote address at the Kesher Nafshi shabbaton, Rabbi Shais Taub challenges the premise of "crisis chinuch" and argues that parents need to tap into not only the unconditional love but "unconditional pride" in every child. Rabbi Taub also discusses the importance of vulnerability, honesty, and authenticity in our families and community.2023-12-2155 min

Topics- SoulWordsJewish Secrets of Resilience Embark on a journey into the heart of Jewish resilience and the profound paradox of sustaining joy and tranquility in the midst of pain and turmoil. Rabbi Shais Taub imparts a collection of compelling stories that illuminate the unique Jewish ability to remain irrationally positive and hopeful even when it hurts. 2023-10-251h 00

SoulWords- Full LibraryJewish Secrets of ResilienceEmbark on a journey into the heart of Jewish resilience and the profound paradox of sustaining joy and tranquility in the midst of pain and turmoil. Rabbi Shais Taub imparts a collection of compelling stories that illuminate the unique Jewish ability to remain irrationally positive and hopeful even when it hurts.2023-10-251h 00

Holidays- SoulWordsYom Kippur—Self-Reflection and Teshuvah Join Rabbi Shais Taub in this insightful pre-Yom Kippur talk as he explores "The Art of Self-Reflection." Understand why real Teshuva requires recognizing your own greatness, and how this is achievable through a profound relationship with a Tzaddik who sees your soul, even when you may not see it yourself. 2023-09-211h 17

Holidays- SoulWordsRosh Hashanah—Is Prayer Selfish? On Rosh Hashanah, we all pray for a good, sweet, new year. But isn't this selfish? Why should we focus on our own needs rather than on how we can best serve Hashem? This is actually not a contradiction and the prayer of the Biblical Chana (Hannah), mother of the prophet Shmuel (Samuel), is the key to understanding how. In this lecture, Rabbi Shais Taub explains all of this as well as how it connects to the 11th Step of AA's 12 Steps: “Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we...2023-08-2357 min

Topics- SoulWordsHakhel: The Necessity of Lived Experience Speaking in Lubavitch World Headquarters at 770 Eastern Parkway, Rabbi Shais Taub addresses the meaning of "Hakhel" which was revived as a custom in this generation by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. 2023-08-0312 min

Topics- SoulWordsA Torah Perspective on Neurodiversity Rabbi Shais Taub shares a spiritual view on neurodiversity according to the Torah. He speaks about the challenges and the gifts of having an unusual way of viewing reality as well as how people who are neurodiverse can be more compassionate with themselves. 2023-07-251h 05

Topics- SoulWordsLife Lessons from the Bais HaMikdash During the Three Weeks of mourning for the destruction of the Bais Hamikdash we engage in its rebuilding by studying the laws of its construction. In this spirit, Rabbi Shais Taub shares spiritual lessons we can learn from the Bais HaMikdash and apply in our own lives. 2023-07-1153 min

Topics- SoulWordsRabbi Shais Taub: 3 Tammuz Farbrengen 2023-06-2628 min

Topics- SoulWordsHow to Raise a Fearless Child (Camp Gan Israel 1957) In the summer of 1957, the Rebbe made his second of three visits to the Gan Israel summer camp and delivered a talk addressed to campers and staff. Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to head counselors of Chabad camps and analyzes the Rebbe's camp message as a model for a revolutionary new approach to child development particularly regarding raising children who are confident and well-adjusted. 2023-06-1442 min

Topics- SoulWordsParenting with Love (the RIGHT Way) Many of us have come to realize that some of the old models of harshness and domination are no longer desirable or effective. But what do we replace them with? Is gentle parenting synonymous with permissive parenting? Is there a way to help our children be the best versions of themselves without crushing them? In this talk given in Crown Heights, Rabbi Shais Taub draws upon the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe to outline an approach to loving parenting that really works. This event was recorded in Crown Heights at a Junior Nshei Chabad event on May 2, 2023.2023-05-081h 21

Holidays- SoulWordsPesach—Seder Insights Listen to this class while you clean for Pesach and enhance your Seder. Rabbi Shais Taub shares short, mystical insights on passages from the Passover Haggadah that you can share with your friends and family. 2023-03-2958 min

Topics- SoulWordsFrom Lubavitch to New York: The Little Known Story of Rebbetzin Shterna Sarah Rebbetzin Shterna Sarah, wife of the Rebbe Rashab and mother of the Frierdiker Rebbe, was the last Chabad Rebbetzin to serve in the town of Lubavitch. Far too few know her story or even that her resting place is just a few feet from the Ohel of the Lubavitcher Rebbes in Queens. In honor of her yahrzeit on 13 Shvat, Rabbi Shais Taub shares a glimpse into her amazing life. 2023-02-0355 min

Topics- SoulWordsR' Yahir Elbaze from Paris, France in Conversation with Rabbi Shais Taub Who is "the French Shais Taub"? Why was the Alter Rebbe against Napoleon? What is the greatest cultural export of France? Can bitachon bring you a million dollars? Find out the answers to these questions (and more) as R' Yahir Elbaze, shliach from Paris, France, joins Rabbi Shais Taub in the SoulWords studios. Support Rabbi Elabaze's new Chabad House in Paris: https://www.allodons.fr/jl92 2023-01-311h 24

Topics- SoulWordsWho's the Director of Your Life? | This SIMPLE mindset shift will bring you PEACE When experiencing stress, it can be extremely difficult to feel present in our own lives. We go into our own heads and get caught in a loop of distracting thoughts. Rabbi Shais Taub speaks about a deep, spiritual perspective that we can use as a tool for embracing the current moment so that we actually "show up for our own lives." 2023-01-231h 28

Topics- SoulWordsR' Asi Spiegel in Conversation with Rabbi Shais Taub Rabbi Asi Spiegel of Tzfas, Israel joins Rabbi Shais Taub in the SoulWords studios to discuss his work teaching chasidus near the resting place of the Rashbi. From there, the conversation touches upon many topics such as understanding Israeli culture and what it takes to properly translate chasidus into any language. 2023-01-1956 min

Topics- SoulWordsConnecting with Our Children What is the purpose of bonding and emotional connection in parenting and how is it accomplished? Rabbi Shais Taub addresses parents of Chaviva High School in Cleveland, OH to discuss the Jewish way in creating emotional trust and safety in our homes so that our children may flourish. 2023-01-171h 34

Topics- SoulWordsWhen It's Stressful Just to Exist There are many reasons why some of us feel perpetually anxious. In this second lecture in a series on Emunah & Anxiety, Rabbi Shais Taub addresses some of the underlying conditions that can place an extra burden on our allostatic load. He uses the expression "spiritual canaries" to describe people for whom life itself can be incredibly stressful. 2023-01-1258 min

Topics- SoulWords19 Kislev Farbrengen | Crown Heights 5783 Live from Crown Heights, celebrate the Rosh HaShanah l'Chasidus with Rabbi Shais Taub. 2022-12-143h 13

Topics- SoulWordsNot Just Talk, We Need Experiences Why did the Jewish people gather once in seven years at the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and how is this idea still relevant today? Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to a Hakhel gathering in London, UK about the significance of Hakhel gatherings and the necessity of having embodied experiences of Judaism. 2022-12-131h 11

Topics- SoulWordsBeyond Positive Thinking: Live Hakhel Bitachon Event How can Bitachon (trust in G-d) make a practical difference in our lives? And how do we move into the headspace and heartspace of total reliance on G-d that brings about these results? Rabbi Shais Taub discusses some of the groundbreaking ideas presented in a published talk of the Lubavitcher Rebbe (Likkutei Sichos Vol. 36, p. 1) that explains how "think good, it will be good" really works. Followed by live Q&A. **לזכות העניא בת ברכה דבורה לאה** 2022-12-071h 31

Topics- SoulWordsRabbi Shais Taub: Chai Elul Farbrengen Live from Crown Heights, a gathering in honor of 18 ("Chai") Elul, the birthdays of the Baal Shem Tov and the Alter Rebbe. 2022-09-141h 55

Topics- SoulWordsRabbi Shais Taub: Talking to Students Before the First Day of School How can we make the most of the upcoming school year? Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to new seminary students before the first day of school. 2022-09-0536 min

Topics- SoulWordsExplaining "The King in the Field" to Children The parable of the King in the Field has inspired Jews for centuries during the days of the month of Elul. But how can we explain such a lofty idea to small children? Rabbi Shais Taub explains based on the talks of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. 2022-08-2643 min

Holidays- SoulWordsTisha B'Av—This is Not Normal Exile is not normal and Tisha B'Av, as we know it, is not a day we should ever become comfortable with. Rabbi Shais Taub speaks live on Tisha B'Av from Beth Gavriel Bukharian Congregation in Forest Hills on the Chazaq Tisha B'Av marathon. 2022-08-1014 min

Blood Brothers- SoulWordsSpecial Guest R' Bentzi Sudak (Blood Brothers VII) On this episode, brothers Shais and Dovid Taub welcome a special guest, their old friend Rabbi Bentzi Sudak from London, UK who was getting ready for his son's bar mitzvah and needed help figuring out some stuff about the mystical bar mitzvah discourse about the meaning of Tefilin. And also the Rubik's cube. 2022-07-2433 min

Topics- SoulWordsThe Rebbe and the Infinite Value of the Individual Chabad centers from eastern and central Massachusetts gather for a special evening of tribute to the Lubavitcher Rebbe in honor of his yahrzeit on 3 Tammuz. Rabbi Shais Taub speaks about the Rebbe's vision for healing the world through uplifting the individual. 2022-07-161h 07

Topics- SoulWords3 Tammuz Farbrengen with R' Shais Taub, R' Yussie Zakutinski, Benny Friedman, and Nachi Gordon In honor of the 28th yahrzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a grand farbrengen with inspiration for Rabbi Shais Taub and Rabbi Yussie Zakutinsky, niggunim led by Jewish music superstar Benny Friedman, with master of ceremonies Nachi Gordon. 2022-06-2800 min

Topics- SoulWordsParenting 2.0: Raising the Children of the Geulah Rabbi Shais Taub speaks live in Crown Heights about the challenges and the advantages of parenting children in our unique age. 2022-06-161h 38

Topics- SoulWordsThe Rebbe's Life & the History of Aviation At a celebration of the Rebbe's 120th birthday hosted by Chabad of Long Island at the Cradle of Aviation Museum, Rabbi Shais Taub tells the story of the Rebbe's life and leadership as a narrative that parallels developments in human flight. 2022-05-1915 min

Topics- SoulWordsWhen Moshiach Comes, the Whole World Will Be Like Camp Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to a gathering of head staff of Lubavitcher summer camps to inspire them for the summer ahead. Based on a sicha from the Lubavitcher Rebbe from 20 Av 5743, it is explained how the purpose of camp is to experience "taanug" (pleasure) in one's Judaism and that this is an even higher level than the education one receives the rest of the year in yeshiva. 2022-05-1757 min

Holidays- SoulWordsPesach Sheini—Why Do Jews World Wide Visit The Rebbe's Burial Place Following an uplifting Shabbos in Crown Heights, a diverse groups of Jews from all over the world visited the Ohel, the resting place of the Rebbe. The day of their visit happened to be the holiday of Pesach Sheini which celebrates second chances. Rabbi Shais Taub explains to them the significance of their trip to the Ohel on this auspicious day. 2022-05-1641 min

Rebbe LettersIt's Kind of Personal Over the years, the Rebbe answered tens of thousands of letters, a portion of which are printed in the series known as Igros Kodesh. In these letters, we find a treasure trove of compassion, wisdom, faith, and practicality—but perhaps most importantly, a direct path to personal insight into the Rebbe's approach to a vast range of life's issues. Join Rabbi Shais Taub together with people from all over the world in studying Thirty Letters in Thirty Days during the month leading up to the celebration of the Rebbe's 120th birthday on 11 Nissan. SoulWords.org/Le...2022-03-1103 min

Holidays- SoulWordsRabbi Shais Taub Launches New Recovery Haggadah The Four Cups Haggadah is a new Passover Haggadah full of spiritual insights for those in recovery. Rabbi Shais Taub, author of the Jewish recovery classic "G-d of Our Understanding" speaks with Rabbi Nechemia Schusterman about the background behind this new resource for the recovery community. #recovery#twelvesteps For more information or to order the Four Cups Recovery Haggadah go to: https://fourcups.org 2022-03-101h 43

Topics- SoulWordsA Deeper Look at Jewish Humor Rabbi Shais Taub searches for the quintessential Jewish joke by examining the main tropes of Jewish humor. In the process, he tells dozens of classic Jewish jokes. Hilarious and thought-provoking. 2022-03-031h 05

Topics- SoulWordsYU Student Shabbaton in Crown Heights Rabbi Shais Taub asks a group of Yeshiva University students why they think they came to Crown Heights for Shabbos. 2022-02-2330 min

Topics- SoulWordsMaking Your Soul's Mixtape— Memory, Consciousness, & the Afterlife Does consciousness exist separate from the body? How does the soul experience memories of its life in this world? How can we communicate with loved ones who are in heaven? Rabbi Shais Taub discusses the Jewish view of how consciousness operates after the passing of the physical body. 2022-02-081h 10

Topics- SoulWordsMoshiach Shiur Rabbi Shais Taub gives the "Moshiach Shiur" at Ohelei Torah 2022-01-1241 min

Topics- SoulWordsHow to See Your Child Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to parents of children in crisis about the need to adopt a spiritual view of one's children. Rabbi Taub discusses "unconditional pride" and what it means to see each child as a soul. (This talk was presented as a keynote presentation at the Kesher Nafshi retreat.) 2022-01-091h 14

Topics- SoulWordsThe Kabbalah of Frederick the Great and the Seven Years War In a presentation combining military strategy, European history, psychology, and kabbalah, Rabbi Shais Taub explains why the Alter Rebbe told his grandson the Tzemach Tzedek that the chasidic approach to personal refinement was actually based on the battle strategy of Prussian King Frederick the Great. In order to understand this cryptic statement, we delve into the fascinating history of the "world war" that took place between all of the European empires during the Alter Rebbe's youth and how Frederick the Great of Prussia developed a new battle strategy which was then identified by the Maggid's son, R...2022-01-021h 44

Topics- SoulWordsDo Your Children Know Who They Are? Do your children know who they are? In this class, Rabbi Shais Taub explains how identity is the foundation of education. Other topics covered include: proper use of incentives and rewards, how to teach values to very young children, and what to do about children asking "deep" questions. This class was recorded at a gathering of graduates of the Parenting from the Inside Out Webinar who met at the Ohel of the Lubavitcher Rebbe to pray for each other and their families. 2021-12-2152 min

Topics- SoulWordsWield the Culture A discussion between brothers Shais and Dovid Taub about adopting a “Moshiach mindset” regarding modern social and political trends. Recorded for the Tut Altz learning program from Merkos 302. 2021-12-012h 07

Topics- SoulWordsUnpacking Your Spiritual Toolkit In honor of the month of Kislev, the month of the revelation of the inner dimension of Torah, Rabbi Shais Taub discusses how various mystical concepts from the kabbalah are applied practically through chasidus. These spiritual ideas, when implemented in day to day life, make up your "spiritual toolkit." 2021-11-0958 min

Holidays- SoulWordsYom Kippur—The Dangers of Guilt Join Rabbi Shais Taub on the days leasing up to Yom Kippur as he delves into the unexpected impact of guilt on our spiritual journey. Contrary to popular belief, guilt can create a counterproductive "guilt cycle" that obstructs personal growth. Discover how to harness guilt effectively and make genuine life changes. 2021-09-141h 22

Holidays- SoulWordsRosh Hashanah—Business or Personal? Is your relationship with Hashem business or personal? As we head into the Shmita year it is important for each one of us to answer this question. Rabbi Shais Taub explains why. 2021-09-0630 min

Topics- SoulWordsWhat Your Teen Really Needs from You Rabbi Shais Taub at the Evergreen Estates Women's Day of Learning addresses the topic of what our teens really need most from us today. 2021-07-141h 11

Topics- SoulWordsSchool's Out for the Summer—A Mother's Guide How can mothers of young children make the best use of the summer and some of the challenges it brings when the children are home? Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to the inaugural gathering of BRanches, an initiative to unite mothers of Bais Rivkah students. 2021-05-2532 min

Shaar HaBitachon- SoulWordsShaar HaBitachon: Lesson 3In answer to a student's question, Rabbi Taub explains that whatever source one relies on for sustenance will appear to have that power even though the truth is that only G-d is in charge. There are those that trust in other people, mistakenly believing that this will grant them security. Trusting in G-d means that […]2020-07-2000 min

Holidays- SoulWordsLag B'Omer Stories & Songs — Musical Farbrengen This musical Lag B'Omer gathering with Rabbi Shais Taub and singer Eli Marcus took place in Morristown, NJ at the Rabbinical College of America's "Taste of Yeshiva" program for visiting college students. Among the subjects discussed were: the true definition of loving one's fellow and the lessons we can learn from the life of Rabbi Shimon ben Yochai. 2019-05-122h 01

Holidays- SoulWordsPesach—Seder Highlights Part II Rabbi Shais Taub share some of his favorite ideas from the Haggadah. Part 2 of 2. 2019-04-0924 min

Holidays- SoulWordsPesach—Seder Highlights Rabbi Shais Taub share some of his favorite ideas from the Haggadah. Part 1 of 2. 2019-04-0944 min

Topics- SoulWordsStories, Songs, and Teachings of the Alter Rebbe A special musical farbrengen in honor of 24 Teives, the anniversary of the passing of the Alter Rebbe, Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi. Rabbi Shais Taub is joined by Eli Marcus and guests. 2019-01-022h 42

Topics- SoulWordsThe Do's and Dont's Debate Which are greater? The Torah's positive commandments or its prohibitions? In this debate, Rabbi Manis Friedman argues for the do's and Rabbi Shais Taub argues for the dont's. 2017-12-0654 min

Topics- SoulWordsA Parent's Power A short talk on the Chassidic approach to parenting and the attitude and mind-set a parent should adopt towards their child. This talk was delivered by renowned chassidic author and scholar, Rabbi Shais Taub at a Neshamos.org event "Advocating for Emotional Wellness" on November 17th 2019 in Brooklyn, NY. 2017-12-0616 min

Topics- SoulWordsThe Alef of Jewish Education Before you can teach a child how great our Torah is, you must teach the child how great he or she is. Rabbi Shais Taub to Parents of ULY Crown Street. 2017-12-0626 min

Topics- SoulWordsEvery Child Is Special What do parents do when a child just doesn't "fit the mold"? At the annual dinner for Legadel, a London UK organization that provides support to children who are not thriving in school, Rabbi Shais Taub presents words of encouragement and inspiration about how the job of parents is to cherish that which makes each child different rather than stifle it. 2017-12-0655 min

Topics- SoulWordsRabbi Shais Taub Speaks to Beis Rivkah 12th Grade at the Ohel Rabbi Shais Taub speaks to the 12th grade of Beis Rivkah High School about the meaning of visiting the Rebbe's Ohel. 2017-12-051h 14

Topics- SoulWords“The Only True Existence”—A Guided Meditation This guided meditation simulates the chasidic practice of “hisbobenus” contemplation. Rabbi Shais Taub gently guided you through various thoughts on the theme that G-d is the only true existence. 2017-12-0540 min

Text-Based Study- SoulWordsLehavin Inyan Pesach Sheini What do you do when you've broken free from your limits? Break free again. Text-Based Study of Maamar Lehavin Inyan Pesach Sheni, 5738 with Rabbi Shais Taub. This discourse was recited by the Rebbe on 13 Iyar, 5738 in honor of the yahrzeit of his brother, R' Yisroel Aryeh Leib, and published in edited form on 14 Iyar 5738. 2017-02-032h 00

Soul Songs- SoulWordsSoul Songs: Niggun HisvaadusThis niggun traces back to the times of the Alter Rebbe and is one of the earliest Chabad niggunim. It was heard in the home of the Rebbe's father, R' Levi Yitzchak Schneerson, and transcribed by Israeli pianist Verdina Shlonksy. Rabbi Shais Taub and Eli Marcus talk about some of the background and meaning of […]2017-01-3000 min

Soul Songs- SoulWordsSoul Songs: Niggun HishtatchusComposed by the third Chabad Rebbe, the Tzemach Tzedek, to be sung at the resting place of his sainted mother, Rebbetzin Devorah Leah. Rabbi Shais Taub and Eli Marcus discuss the background and meaning of this soul stirring melody.2017-01-3000 min

Soul Songs- SoulWordsSoul Songs: K'Ayil Ta'arogThe Alter Rebbe composed this short song of "running and returning" to the words of two different Biblical verses. "As the deer pants thirstily by the water brook..." "...and you shall place them as frontlets between your eyes." Rabbi Shais Taub and Eli Marcus discuss the background and meaning of this timeless melody.2017-01-3000 min

Soul Songs- SoulWordsSoul Songs: Hishtapchus HaNefeshR' Mendel Horodoker composed the Niggun Hishtapchus HaNefesh (Melody of the Outpouring of the Soul) as an expression of longing. Rabbi Shais Taub and Eli Marcus discuss the background and meaning of this stirring song.2017-01-3000 min