Thank you for joining me, on a 29 days journey as we undertake a “cheshbon nefesh,” “accounting of the soul.” We will ask questions covering 29 traits, or middot one for each day of the month of Elul. 

As we welcome the month of Elul, it is our time, to take the time for a deep soul searching, reflecting on the way we were, the way we are, and the way we would like to be, as a preparation for the coming Day of Judgement, ראש השנה, and Day of Atonement, יום כיפור. 

What Is Self-Reflection? השתקפות עצמית

self-reflection is the process of diving deep into your thoughts, emotions and motivations and determining the great, “Why?” behind them. Self reflection is a gift to yourself. Take the time to think about, meditate on, evaluate your behaviors, thoughts, attitudes, motivations, and desires. You may also wish to keep a list of people from whom you need to seek forgiveness, and another list of those you wish to forgive.

The Hebrew month of Elul offers us an opportunity to prepare for the High Holy Days ahead. It is a time of introspection.

Food for thought

Are we happy with the lives we have been leading? What have we left undone? Have we made amends for our mistakes? Are we ready to forgive those who wronged us?

Elul Self-Reflection #3  

Gemilut Chassadim- Acts of Kindness. The Hebrew word Chessed חסד means kindness. Gemilut Chassadim are acts of kindness.

What acts of kindness have you done in the last year?

איזה חסדים עשית בשנה האחרונה?