The Shmuz

The Ushpizin: Breaking the Forces of Habit

September 22, 2026·49 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Every night of Succos, we welcome the Ushpizin into our sukkah. But what can these great figures teach us about the way we live? Through a fascinating question about Yaakov Avinu, Rabbi Shafier reveals how even moments of tremendous inspiration can disappear if we simply return to life on autopilot. Discover why our habits can be either the greatest obstacle or the greatest tool for growth, and how Succos gives us an opportunity to take the inspiration of the Yomim Noraim and turn it into real, lasting change.  This podcast has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate

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