Why you should be fasting this Yom Kippur | Steve Eisenberg | Ep. 20

In this episode we discuss the significance and deeper meaning of the high holidays. We lay a foundation of what Rosh Hashana is so that we are able to truly grasp the power of Yom Kippur. A lot of our tradition is so layered and complex and obviously this conversation is the tip of the iceberg. Reminder that books are your best friend and contain so much more wisdom and context.I originally connected with Steve 4.5 years ago before leading my first birthright trip. He sat on the phone with me for an hour giving me advice. It is no surprise that he made himself available to record this episode with less than 24 hours of notice. I want to take this moment to wish you an easy and meaningful fast. May you feel God's presence with you each step of the way.

TIMESTAMPS
00:27 — Should I fast this Yom Kippur?
02:45 — The first step: believing you can actually change
04:19 — Why Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are so powerful
06:19 — Shofar, judgment, and Rosh Hashanah as a day of assessment
10:28 — The birthday of humanity and starting with a new script
15:50 — What it means to bring more goodness into the world
21:15 — Shofar, the soul, and learning to move on
28:35 — Why Yom Kippur is actually one of the happiest days of the year
30:52 — Confession, unity, and why we speak in the plural
32:46 — Baby steps, forgiveness, and repairing relationships
34:55 — Where Yom Kippur comes from: Moses and the Golden Calf
38:17 — Resetting your life and choosing one thing to change
44:18 — Yom Kippur explained in 40 seconds
45:56 — Five things to understand about Yom Kippur
48:12 — Avinu Malkeinu: God as both parent and king
49:31 — What to do if you struggle with prayer
52:48 — Neilah and the power of the final moments of Yom Kippur