Keep strong in your struggle through these inspirational videos which will help you keep the proper perspective on overcoming challenges, maintaining an 'attitude of gratitude', and strengthening our Emunah.
Many people complain that their challenges hold them back from becoming who they could have been. But the opposite is true. It is through overcoming our challenges that we become who we were meant to be.
Addiction is largely a disease of self-centeredness. The bedrock of recovery in the 12-Step program is learning to "focus outward" and be of service to others and to G-d. Watch these inspiring videos to strengthen your outward muscles!
Addiction often has its roots in feelings of "entitlement". The world "owes me more", "I need more", "I deserve more". In recovery, we learn to be thankful for the many blessings we have in life instead of always seeing what we don't have. An 'attitude of gratitude' is crucial to recovery.
Good parenting is critical in today's world where so many kids are suffering from emotional issues and addiction. How can we prevent this happening to our children?
Addiction is often related to depression. In particular when trying to stop addictive behaviors, the depression can become even more acute. If you suffer from depression, get help.
A lack of Emunah can exacerbate addiction. When a person is missing meaning in life they tend to fill it with anything that feels like it gives them a reason to live, often resulting in unhealthy behaviors. A strong Emunah can motivate and empower us to fight addictive tendencies.
GuardYourEyes has been lobbying for years in the Israeli Knesset for a law to protect children from pornography by requiring all ISPs (Internet Service Providers) to filter the internet by default for their customers.
Webshadow is a project of GuardYourEyes, reporting software that empowers parents to keep tabs on their kid's browsing habits and encourages dialog between parents and children.
Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski is a world renowned expert in addiction and the author of over 60 books. He has been actively involved in GuardYourEyes since its inception in 2007.
Rabbi Shafier recorded a series of talks called 'The Fight" which, in conjunction with GYE, were distributed as audio CD's through the U.S. free of charge. He has recorded a number of other videos for GYE as well.
GYE has a website called useitsafe.com (or venishmartem.com) to help people get filtering and stay protected on the internet. Learning to use technology safely is crucial in today's world.