Netzach of Yesod, Endurance in Bonding. Confront a challenge that obstructs a bond you wish to strengthen.
Tiferet of Yesod, Harmony in Bonding. Offer help and support to someone with whom you are bonded who is going through a difficult time.
Gevurah of Yesod, Discipline in Bonding. Review your bonding experiences to discern whether they need more discipline or some other change.
Chesed of Yesod, Lovingkindness in Bonding. Demonstrate the bond you have with a relative or friend through an act of love.
Yesod of Hod, Bonding in Humility. Direct your humility toward building something lasting.
"Humility should not be a lonely experience. It ought to result in deep bonding and commitment. There is no stronger bond than one that comes out of humility. Does my humility separate me from others or bring us closer? Does my humility produce results? Long term results? Does it create an everlasting foundation upon which I and others can rely and build." Rabbi Simon Jacobson (http://www.aish.com/h/o/t/48969716.html) Netzach of Hod, Endurance in Humility. Show forth the strength of your humility by initiating/participating in a good cause.
Tiferet of Hod, Harmony in Humility. Express a humble feeling in an act of compassion.
"Loving God, You Who are full of compassion, Teach me to be like You. Teach me to be kind and generous and loving, just as You are kind and generous and loving to all Your creations. Please help me develop true sensitivity and genuine compassion toward everything in Creation." (Rebbe Nachman of Breslov) Gevurah of Hod, Discipline in Humility. Focus on your reluctance to commit in a given area of your life, to discern whether it originates from a healthy, humble place.
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Counting the Omer -These brief reflections are based on A Spiritual Guide to the Counting of the Omer, by Rabbi Simon Jacobson. You can read more here. ArchivesCategories |