240. Triggered: The Power of the Pause

What if getting “triggered” wasn’t something to avoid—but something to learn from? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the deeper meaning behind emotional reactivity and what it reveals about the parts of ourselves still asking to be healed. When something triggers you, it isn’t just about the moment; it’s about what’s being uncovered beneath the surface. We’ll break down the patterns of reaction—defensiveness, withdrawal, people-pleasing, control—and introduce a different path: the kabbalistic practice of restriction. The pause. The space between stimulus and response where real transformation happens.

What if fear wasn’t something to avoid—but something to understand? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore the deeper purpose behind our emotions and how they are designed to guide us, not derail us. When we begin to see every moment as purposeful, we unlock the ability to move beyond fear and into trust. Even when we don’t fully understand what’s unfolding, we can choose to focus on the good—and trust that there is always more happening beneath the surface than we can see. Because the truth is: We are only ever seeing a small piece of a much bigger, more beautiful picture.

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry, we explore the powerful truth that your tikkune—your soul’s correction—reveals itself again and again through life’s challenges, especially through the people who trigger you most. Rather than avoiding discomfort, we’re invited to see it as a mirror pointingdirectly to the inner work we’re here to do. You’ll learn why spiritual growth requires actively identifying and transforming these patterns so you can begin the work your soul came here to complete.“Tikkune is not just about correcting this issue so that it doesn’t repeat itself, but it’s the knowledge that this issue within us is the barrier between ourselves and success in all other areas of our lives.” – Michael Berg

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore tikkune—the soul’s correction. According to ancient wisdom, the challenges we face in this lifetime are not random; they are connected to the actions and lessons of many lifetimes. Your tikkune is the sum of the patterns, obstacles, and opportunities that invite your soul to grow. The very thing standing between where you are and where you want to be may be the correction your soul most desires.

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we speak with Dr. Alon Goshen-Gottstein and explore how our differences—especially across faiths—can become sources of wisdom rather than division. We reflect on how fear narrows our vision, while prayer and genuine listening open bridges to ourselves, to God, and to one another. By embracing prayer as both speaking and listening, we discover how faith at its best can lead to deep personal transformation.

Happiness is fleeting, but joy is the stable, natural state of the soul. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore joy as something we don’t need to chase or create, but simply access. Beneath our emotions exists a constant source of joy, rooted in consciousness and connection to the Light. We’ll discuss how joy serves as a powerful spiritual tool, helping remove negativity, judgment, and darkness from our lives. Through certainty, inner growth, and acts of service, we can experience true fulfillment and learn to live each day with lasting joy.

Finding a life partner isn’t about chasing “the one.” It starts with doing the inner work. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore why diminishing the ego is essential for lasting love and how conflict can be a tool for growth instead of a battleground. We talk about why showing up as your best self (consistently) matters more than being right. This conversation offers a grounded, honest look at what it really takes to build a healthy, growing partnership.

In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore what happens when we start to feel “meh” about life. Moments of boredom are actually signs to look inward. When we take responsibility for our inner work, we create space to bring more Light into the world—and into every area of our lives. We unpack why feeling uninspired is often a sign that we’ve stopped showing up for ourselves. When we nourish our souls with spiritual wisdom, something powerful happens: We want more, we feel more alive, and we reconnect to a sense of purpose greater than ourselves.

What if your purpose isn’t something you find, but something you practice—moment by moment? In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore what it truly means to live in alignment with your soul. When you show up for yourself every day—especially when it’s uncomfortable or difficult—you begin to uncover who you really are and why you’re here. Purpose isn’t defined by milestones, titles, or accolades. It’s revealed through daily choices that occur in less than a minute.

As we set New Year’s resolutions, we often focus on what we want to create or achieve. In this episode of Spiritually Hungry Podcast, we explore a powerful shift: lasting change comes not from more effort, but from letting go of what no longer serves us. Effort alone isn’t enough—release is part of the work. Make this the year you own your inner power. When something is worth doing, it’s worth doing with the Light. Let go, align, and step into the great things you’re capable of.