What Are We Doing Here? Uman Rosh Hashanah 5785

R' Nachman Fried - Kollel Toras Chaim

Nachman Fried shares his personal journey of addiction and sobriety, emphasizing the importance of spiritual connection through his Rebbe and the Breslov teachings. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of facing shame, and the process of true change and salvation. Freed highlights the significance of loyalty to spiritual leaders and the transformative power of faith, urging listeners to open their hearts, embrace their true selves, and find hope and redemption in their spiritual practices.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background

00:46 The Influence of My Father and Breslov

02:27 The Importance of Dialogue and Openness

03:11 Struggles and Realizations

07:14 Facing Shame and Seeking Truth

13:18 The Role of the Rebbe and Spiritual Healing

20:18 The Power of Presence and Gratitude

24:13 The Journey of Learning

24:58 Living the Rebbe's Stories

25:46 The Misfits and Their Purpose

26:28 Responsibility and Loyalty

31:50 The Power of Surrender

37:21 Distractions and True Connection

52:47 The Global Impact of Learning Torah