This is the Rebbe.
“And ultimately, every effort does bear fruit.”
Toward a Meaningful Life Quotes by Simon Jacobson
All Jew’s are one being. And even if there is a situation where one needs to try to prevent something negative from their fellow – the very best manner [i.e. method] to achieve this is [through] influencing the fellow in a pleasant and caring manner.
Life Lessons From The Rebbe
And we can additionally say, “that immediately when one awakens from one’s sleep” – includes what the Rambam writes “people are sleeping their lives away” (may we never know of such a thing, may we never know of such a thing!!!) For there needs to be an awakening from this sleep as well. And the start of the Divine work is that one needs to know th... See more
Life Lessons From The Rebbe
“Wherever you go, whomever you meet, look for an opportunity to help, to inspire, to lend support.”
Toward a Meaningful Life Quotes by Simon Jacobson
Generally speaking the job [or work] of man on earth is as the Sages state: “I am created to work for G-d.” And also to cause that every created being in the world should also “work for their Creator.”
Life Lessons From The Rebbe
“With the left eye, you should look at yourself, to see how you can improve yourself. And with the right eye, you should look at others lovingly, always seeking out their best qualities.” - Rebbe
Be an optimist and choose words carefully. The Rebbe was adamant about the power of words. He implored positive word choice. For example, choosing names for hospitals that focus on being health centers rather than places for the sick or incurable.
Be a fearless leader. To be a great leader, one must create leaders, rather than followers. The Rebbe e
“Unity is often confused with sameness. We may think that if everyone thought and acted the same, we would have perfect harmony. But unity is a process, whereas sameness is just a state of being. The same musical notes played again and again would be monotonous or irritating, but many different notes, each played differently, create a beautiful com... See more
Toward a Meaningful Life Quotes by Simon Jacobson
The rebbe quoted his great great great grandfather (Tzemach Tzedek, 3rd rebbe of chabad), “ Tracht gut, vet zayn gut!” (=Think good, and it will be good).We have the power to affect our own reality for the better with our positive thoughts. We might not be always control our circumstances but we can control our mindset.