Depression is real. It's a problem as old as time. Whether it's from a lack of fulfillment or from loss or even a chronic disorder, people know what you're going through and it's valid! As cliche as it sounds, it's going to be okay. We hope that this episode brings you comfort during these troubling times and helps provide solutions through Jewish wisdom. 

The Torah offers insights that go beyond the 5 books of Moses to remedy this mental illness. Ari Gutman, a financial guru, content creator, and yeshiva student at Aish Hatorah with Chaz Volk, shares his personal story on how he fought drugs, anxiety, depression, and the whole nine yards. Volk and Gutman commiserate over their struggles and use the Torah as a means to bring light to dark places.

00:00 Introduction

06:15 Grandfather's Wisdom and Resilience

08:50 Alone in the Abyss

12:47 Exploring Jewish Faith Independently

14:43 "Family Closeness Beyond Distance"

17:17 Eden: Garden as Time Perspective

21:33 "Seeing Truth Through Sobriety"

23:34 Navigating AA’s Spiritual Steps

27:49 Abraham's Quest Before Idol-Smashing

30:02 "Life Lessons from Relationships"

35:29 "Intrinsic Jewish Identity Journey"

37:08 God's Comedy: Life Transformed

40:53 Life's Downward Escalator Metaphor

43:38 Embracing Growth Through Consistent Effort

46:08 Beyond Belief: Walking with Hashem

51:56 Gratitude and Life's Cycle

55:02 "Pleasure and Spiritual Connection"

56:41 Connect with Ari Gutman Online

About Ari Gutman:

Ari Gutman is a business owner, speaker and most importantly a student of life. Prior to his current standing, he battled years worth of what he calls “G-dlessness” before discovering his heartbeat and making abrupt lifestyle changes to bask in peace of mind.

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