Using the gift of Tefilah.

During the time of Shovavim is a time for us to work on our speech. We have a tremendous power to influence our lives through Tefilah, but if we speak improperly it is like giving the King a precious diamond and wrapping it in a dirty diaper.

from the Shiur on Naaleh:
Parshat Shemot: Fabulous Flame

Teacher: Mrs. Shira Smiles Class: Parsha Topics 5769

Beinone B'Shita-The Chazon Ish

From a Shiur by Shira Smiles on Shovavim

The Chazon Ish warns us do not be a Beinone B'Shita, do not make a decision that this is how I am and I am not going to change. We must be open to growth and change.

Spiritual Growth Durring Shovavim

From a Shiur by Shira Smiles on Shovavim

Shovavim represents a time of the year when we should work on curbing our physical desires. For a women this is best expressed in terms of modesty. Not just how we dress, but much more. This is a time when we should focus on our inner being, and not our external appearance.

We have to remember that every act that we do is before Hashem. It does not matter who sees us, it matters that we act with Shaimus before Hashem.

OA is not just a diet, where we are trying to get thin and beautiful. OA is about working on our internal self so that we do not have to eat compulsively to burry our feelings and thoughts.