The Harchava Podcast

Embodied Chassidus: Ki Savo - Aligning Our Desires with Divine Will

In this week’s episode of the Harchava podcast, we dive into Parsha Ki Savo, exploring the mitzvah of bringing the first fruits, or Bikkurim, and its deeper significance in our lives. We discuss how to consciously offer the first spark of our energy back to Hashem, aligning our actions and desires with divine will in every aspect of our daily lives. This episode includes insights on manifestation from a Torah perspective, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and elevating every small act as a part of our mission to reveal godliness in the world. 📝 Blog post & Source Sheet: https://www.rucheli.com/podcast/020 Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2433954/open_sms]

Embodied Chassidus: Ki Seitzei & Ki Savo - Finding Peace In The Struggle

In this episode of the Harchava Podcast, we dive deep into a recording from our recent Embodied Chassidus class, live from Las Vegas, coinciding with my birthday Parsha, Parshas Ki Seitzei. We explore the profound dualities of life's challenges and rewards as seen in the Torah, specifically through the juxtaposition of Parsha Ki Seitzei and Parsha Ki Savo. We'll discuss the spiritual and personal implications of handling difficult situations, the concept of simultaneous effort and reward, and how we can embody ease and abundance in our daily lives. Tune in for thought-provoking insights and practical reflections. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:50 Summary of This Week's Parsha 01:26 Juxtaposition of Opposites in Parsha 02:56 The Concept of War and Settling 11:33 Personal Application and Reflection 23:53 Practical Steps and Conclusion Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2433954/open_sms]

The Geulah Process: Spiritual Insights After Loss

Hey friends, it's Rucheli. After a much-needed break and some significant personal experiences, I'm back. Life got busy around Pesach, and after a summer of traveling, we recently went through the emotional and physical process of pregnancy loss. In this short re-introduction episode, I talk about how learning and teaching Torah-based embodiment and the Rebbe's talks from 1991-1992 helped us navigate this period.  Going forward, I'll be sharing recordings from my local Embodied Chassidus classes and related meditations. We're focusing on living a Geulah life NOW, not in some long-off future, and the teachings helped us see the light even in our grief.  Join me as we explore these profound ideas together. 📝 Blog post: https://www.rucheli.com/podcast/018 🎧 Plus: A powerful recap of last week's class is coming tomorrow—see you there. Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2433954/open_sms]

BONUS: 13th of Nissan - Levi's Light

In this final bonus episode, we close our Nissan series with the tribe of Levi—the one who didn’t bring an offering for themselves, but stepped in to carry the whole. This year, the energy deepens with a rare alignment: we burn chametz on the same day we say Nasi for Levi. Together, we explore how Levi models the kind of service that builds a dwelling place for the Divine—not through ego, but through alignment. 🕯 Journal prompts + full blog: https://www.rucheli.com/nissan-13 [https://www.rucheli.com/nissan-13] Chag Kasher v'Sameach - I'll see you all NEXT week for our brand new series on the sefiros to help us count the Omer! Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2433954/open_sms]

12th of Nissan - Naftali & Adar - Joy in Motion

In this final core episode of our 12-day Nissan journey, we explore the expansive energy of Naftali and the month of Adar—the power of movement, the sacredness of joy, and the transformative teaching of simcha poretz geder. I share a personal story from a women's event after the Palisades fire and how joy broke open something collective. We reflect on how joy isn’t an escape—it’s a tool for liberation. 📝 Journal prompts + blog post: https://www.rucheli.com/nissan-12 🎧 Plus: A special bonus Day 13 episode is coming tomorrow—see you there. Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2433954/open_sms]