Who was Reb Nosson, and why without him would we have no Rebbe Nachman?

In this historical and spiritual overview, Rav Shlomo Katz traces the lineage from the Baal Shem Tov to Rebbe Nachman, and details the fateful meeting in 1802 that changed Jewish history. We learn about Reb Nosson's dream: "Climb, but hold yourself".

Rav Shlomo explores the mystery of Uman, the concept of the Tzaddik Emes, and why Rebbe Nachman's fire is burning brighter today than ever before.

This episode is an essential primer on the Breslov movement, explaining why a small town in Ukraine has become the spiritual heartbeat for so many searching souls.

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Are our addictions and cravings real, or are they a fabrication of the mind?

Rav Shlomo Katz continues with Sichos Haran #51, exploring the radical idea that "A lust on its own is not real." We learn that essential needs (like eating) are not evil; it is the mind that blows them up into "Lusts".

Rav Shlomo discusses how to dismantle the power of temptation by realizing it is an illusion we have empowered.

This episode is a deep dive into the psychology of desire, teaching us that we have the power to "deflate" our cravings by recognizing that they are merely necessities dressed up in the costume of addiction.

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What is the ultimate truth about this world?

Rav Shlomo Katz explores Sichos Haran #51, where Rebbe Nachman states bluntly: "This world is nothing." We learn that the world is a place of illusion (Mateh - misleading), where we chase things that don't last, particularly wealth.

Rav Shlomo explains the axiom that "Money is either taken from the man, or the man is taken from the money."

This episode challenges us to reevaluate our pursuits, urging us to attach ourselves to the eternal connection with Hashem, which is the only thing that remains when the illusion of the world fades away.

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How do we handle failure?

Rav Shlomo Katz shares a personal testimony from Rebbe Nachman in Sichos Haran #48: "I would start over again several times a day." We learn that the Rebbe didn't attain his level through perfection, but through the relentless ability to say, "I am starting fresh right now".

Rav Shlomo explains that we must learn "how to fall"—not to stay down, but to use the fall as a springboard for a new beginning.

This episode is a powerful remedy for perfectionism, teaching us that God doesn't count how many times we fall; He counts how many times we get back up.

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We are often our own harshest critics, adding guilt to our mistakes.

In this touching session, Rav Shlomo Katz shares a foundational teaching from Reb Levi Yitzchak Bender, the elder of the Breslov Chassidim in the previous generation. We learn the principle: "It is hard enough for the sinner that he sinned."

Rav Shlomo explains that the pain of distancing oneself from Hashem is punishment enough; we do not need to add self-persecution on top of it.

This episode is a warm embrace for anyone struggling with guilt, teaching us to treat ourselves with the same compassion Hashem has for us, and to focus on the return rather than the failure.

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Is happiness a luxury or a necessity?

Rav Shlomo Katz explores Sichos Haran #43, where Rebbe Nachman declares that Simcha (Joy) is not optional—it is a life-saving obligation. We learn that a person who is depressed "forgets his own name," meaning he loses his identity and connection to his source. Rav Shlomo discusses the power of bringing joy to others, comparing it to reviving the dead.

This episode challenges us to stop treating happiness as a bonus and start treating it as the most serious work we do, realizing that our smile can literally save another person's life.

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Is it okay to be sad?

Rav Shlomo Katz clarifies the critical distinction between "Sadness/Depression" (Atzvut) and a "Broken Heart" (Lev Nishbar) based on Sichos Haran #41 and #42. We learn that sadness comes from the spleen (ego/anger) and leads to paralysis, while a broken heart comes from love and leads to connection.

Rav Shlomo explains Rebbe Nachman's advice to set aside one hour a day for a broken heart (during Hisbodedus) but to be happy for the other 23 hours.

This episode is a manual for emotional health, teaching us how to cry out to Hashem without falling into the pit of despair.

When we get inspired, we want to do everything at once—but is that sustainable?

Rav Shlomo Katz explores Sichos Haran #27 (approx), warning against the "Grab it all" mentality. Rebbe Nachman teaches that getting overwhelmed by the sheer number of Mitzvahs can paralyze us, leading us to do nothing at all.

Rav Shlomo explains the balance between Zerizut (haste) and avoiding the panic of "debt."

This episode is a guide to slow, sustainable growth, teaching us that Hashem doesn't want us to burn out; He wants us to walk securely, one step at a time, without the crushing weight of trying to be perfect overnight.

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