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Join psychiatrist Michael Franco as he explores spiritual psychotherapy through Torah, Kabbalah, Zen, and Taoism. Each episode blends ancient wisdom with psychological insight to inspire healing, self-awareness, and personal transformation. This podcast offers a meaningful path for anyone seeking emotional growth, deeper purpose, and a more connected life.
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Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
In this class, we give an introduction to the fundamental schism between two important ways of finding truth. We discuss topics ranging from epistemology, to the mystical experience, and the Garden of Eden.
Saturday Oct 09, 2021
Saturday Oct 09, 2021
In this week's podcast, we discuss the key differences between Abraham and Noah. We draw a lesson from Jordan Peterson's book 12 Rules for Life and from traditional Chinese medicine.
Monday May 31, 2021
Monday May 31, 2021
Congratulations! You made it to the end of this very profound work! In this class, we discuss the concluding message of Kohelet, relating it to modern ideas of mindfulness. We end with a study of the book's epilogue, making note of how it closes off the book with very particular intentions.
Wednesday May 12, 2021
Wednesday May 12, 2021
How do we live fully, knowing that life is fleeting? In this chapter, Kohelet provides us with some timeless wisdom regarding enjoyment of youth.
Wednesday May 05, 2021
Wednesday May 05, 2021
In chapter 10, Kohelet takes on shades of Sefer Mishle -- Proverbs -- providing us with very practical life wisdom.
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
Wednesday Apr 28, 2021
In this chapter, Kohelet gives us a beautiful glimpse into his notion of a wholesome life of simple pleasures and honest work. We take the time in the beginning of the class to recap the end of chapter 8, which was cutoff from the previous recording.
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
In this chapter, Kohelet discusses his thoughts on injustice and theodicy. My sincere apologies -- the audio is cut off about midway through.
Monday Apr 19, 2021
Monday Apr 19, 2021
"A good name is better than fragrant oil, and the day of death than the day of birth." In this chapter, Kohelet shares his insights on how best to lead one's life, closing with an intriguing and ironic idea about the root of man's issues -- engaging in too much reasoning.
Sunday Apr 18, 2021
Sunday Apr 18, 2021
In this podcast, we celebrate the essence of everything that Israel represents, drawing an interesting connection to Parashat Tazria'-Mesora'.
Monday Apr 12, 2021
Monday Apr 12, 2021
In this class, we delve into the question of what is worthwhile to do in life according to Kohelet. We end with some very profound ideas regarding the phenomenology of existence itself.