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A Formula for Proper Living: Practical Lessons from Life and Torah

Practical Lessons from Life and Torah

Author: Abraham J. Twerski  

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In a presentation as warm and witty as it is profound, Twerski combines lively anecdotes, personal musings, and insights and wisdom from sources ranging from Freud to the great talmudic and Torah scholars throughout the ages.

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In a presentation as warm and witty as it is profound, Twerski combines lively anecdotes, personal musings, and insights and wisdom from sources ranging from Freud to the great talmudic and Torah scholars throughout the ages.

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Some of us learn more from what we study and the experience that life brings our way than others. Some of us become smart. A few become wise. In this special book of practical wisdom, Dr. Abraham J. Twerski draws from his extensive professional experience as a psychiatrist and spiritual counsellor, a life-long student of Jewish wisdom texts, and his personal experience as a son of a wise Chassidic rabbi, to give us practical lessons for life that we can put to day-to- day use in dealing with ourselves and others. In a presentation as warm and witty as it is profound, Twerski combines lively anecdotes, personal musings, and insights and wisdom from sources ranging from Freud to the great talmudic and Torah scholars throughout the ages. And with deep compassion and refreshing candour, he shows how these wisdom teachings can guide us in all moments of our lives, whatever our faith tradition.

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“"[Written] with the deft and experienced hand on which we have come to rely.... Dr. Twerski's kindness and respect for every 'diamond in the rough' and insight into the hidden insecurity of accomplished people is an inspiration." --Dr. Wendy Mogel, clinical psychologist; author, The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Children "As Christians today renew their bonds with the Jewish tradition, this volume provides a window to the love-centered spirituality of Judaism. Beautifully written and expressed in clear and compelling prose." --John T. Pawlikowski, OSM, PhD, director, Catholic-Jewish Studies, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago "Who knew that the basic principles of modern psychoanalysis were foreshadowed by the Torah and Jewish wisdom literature? Dr. Twerski knew ... and we are blessed with this amazing tour through both. A masterpiece by a master teacher, doctor, psychiatrist and guide, our twenty-first-century Maimonides." --Dr. Ron Wolfson, author, The Seven Questions You're Asked in Heaven: Reviewing and Renewing Your Life on Earth; Fingerhut Professor of Education, American Jewish University; president, Synagogue 3000 "A treat for the spirit as well as the mind, the book that every life coach wished they had written to help you set goals and the way to get there. Introduces us to the nexus of modern psychiatry, deep spiritual learning, and insights from everyday life, aided by the gentle, accessible voice of the author." --Dr. Kerry M. Olitzky, executive director, Jewish Outreach Institute; author, Life's Daily Blessings: Inspiring Reflections on Gratitude and Joy for Every Day, Based on Jewish Wisdom”

"[Written] with the deft and experienced hand on which we have come to rely.... Dr. Twerski's kindness and respect for every 'diamond in the rough' and insight into the hidden insecurity of accomplished people is an inspiration." -Dr. Wendy Mogel, clinical psychologist; author, The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Using Jewish Teachings to Raise Self-Reliant Children

"As Christians today renew their bonds with the Jewish tradition, this volume provides a window to the love-centered spirituality of Judaism. Beautifully written and expressed in clear and compelling prose." -John T. Pawlikowski, OSM, PhD, director, Catholic-Jewish Studies, Catholic Theological Union, Chicago

"Who knew that the basic principles of modern psychoanalysis were foreshadowed by the Torah and Jewish wisdom literature? Dr. Twerski knew ... and we are blessed with this amazing tour through both. A masterpiece by a master teacher, doctor, psychiatrist and guide, our twenty-first-century Maimonides." -Dr. Ron Wolfson, author, The Seven Questions You're Asked in Heaven: Reviewing and Renewing Your Life on Earth; Fingerhut Professor of Education, American Jewish University; president, Synagogue 3000

"A treat for the spirit as well as the mind, the book that every life coach wished they had written to help you set goals and the way to get there. Introduces us to the nexus of modern psychiatry, deep spiritual learning, and insights from everyday life, aided by the gentle, accessible voice of the author." -Dr. Kerry M. Olitzky, executive director, Jewish Outreach Institute; author, Life's Daily Blessings: Inspiring Reflections on Gratitude and Joy for Every Day, Based on Jewish Wisdom

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About the Author

Dr. Abraham J. Twerski is the Founder and Medical Director Emeritus of Gateway Rehabilitation Center, a not-for-profit drug and alcohol treatment system in western Pennsylvania, cited nationally as one of the 12 best drug and alcohol treatment centers by Forces magazine and as one of the top 100 rehab centers in the guide to treatment, The 100 Best Treatment Centers for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. Dr. Twerski, an ordained rabbi, held a pulpit until 1959 when he graduated from Marquette University Medical School and went on to complete his psychiatric residency at the University of Pittsburgh We

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Extraordinary wisdom to help you understand yourself, lead your life and deal with other people. "As human beings, we have instincts for both good and evil, conscious and unconscious. To rectify ourselves--to live spiritually and properly--involves getting a handle on these impulses." --from the Introduction In this special book of practical wisdom, Dr. Abraham J. Twerski draws from his extensive professional experience as a psychiatrist and spiritual counselor, a life-long student of Jewish wisdom texts, and his personal experience as a son of a wise Chassidic rabbi to give us practical lessons for life that we can put to day-to-day use in dealing with ourselves and others. In a presentation as warm and witty as it is profound, Dr. Twerski combines lively anecdotes, personal musings and insights and wisdom from sources ranging from Freud to the great Talmudic and Torah scholars throughout the ages. And with deep compassion and refreshing candor, he shows how these wisdom teachings can guide us in all moments of our lives, whatever our faith tradition.

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Product Details

Publisher
Jewish Lights Publishing
Published
30th April 2009
Pages
126
ISBN
9781580234023

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