Share any/all of the following: What most inspired me in the course? What have I learned about myself in the process? What do I wish for my fellow students in their spiritual development?

[Julian Edwards- KabU Instructor]

Share any/all of the following: What most inspired me in the course? What have I learned about myself in the process? What do I wish for my fellow students in their spiritual development?

[Gerrit]

I learn to adapt the wisdom in my daily life, somehow that provides a new insight in everyday events, in meeting people and the conversations I have with both random strangers and close family members. Sometimes the level of abstraction overwhelms me, having hard times to understand what is said.

[Hai Mag]

What most inspired me in the course:

The concept of spiritually-developed future leaders resonated deeply. It emphasizes the importance of integrating spiritual growth with leadership qualities for a better world.
What I learned about myself in the process:

The importance of connection. As a Kabbalist, I realized the need for a strong community to support spiritual development. Feeling isolated can hinder progress.
The concept of ego as an imprint, not light itself. This clarifies the distinction and motivates me to cultivate a giving nature that complements the Creator’s light.
What I wish for my fellow students in their spiritual development:

May you find a supportive community to uplift and inspire you on your journey.
May you cultivate a balanced approach, integrating spiritual growth with your unique gifts to contribute to the world.

[Greg]

The more I study, the more opposite I feel I am in my nature to what the Creator wants me to be. I need the help of friends, to read kabbalistic books and learn from a teacher, and to have a true desire for spirituality so that I can give a true prayer to the creator to transform me to be like him, otherwise, there is no hope for spiritual progress without suffering.  I hope for my fellow students to find the will of the Creator along the shortest path possible.

[Paul]

I experienced that rereading, also the beginners books gives me new insights and sometimes a flash of reshimot. I wish that my fellow students discover the spiritual worlds

[Christian]

What I have learned in the lesson is the method of developing a healthy envy and not egoistic tendency towards my friend’s success.

[JamesM]

To echo some others here, this course presented both a great hope and a huge challenge. Over the course of the past 2 years or so, I have become acutely aware of the fact that I am very likely a narcissist due to PTSD brought on by difficult experiences in my early life. I say “likely” because I’ve not been diagnosed. However, I have studied deeply and am much more self-aware these days.

The point I’m getting at is that “stumbling upon” Kabbalah, and now having to work with (and for) others in an altruistic, selfless way, will be the most difficult endeavor of my life. Thinking, acting and living in a way that directly challenges my very sensitive ego is going to be, well, let’s just say extremely difficult.

But the truly amazing thing about all of this (and what gives me hope) is the realization that none of this is actually my doing. Nor is it simply a coincidence – however “lucky”. No, tbis is all the plan, the intention, of the Creator. The hell I’ve been through (and unfortunately put many others through) in my life was simply preparation for this moment. I understand now that I needed to spend a long, hard time wandering in the dark so that I would be able to recognize – and appreciate – the Light when it was finally revealed to me.

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t scared to venture out of my “comfort zone” (which, ironically enough, isn’t comfortable at all). But I’m ready. With the Upper Light all around me – and all of us – we can’t fail. This story – our human story – has a very happy ending. Because that’s the way the Creator intended it to be. I am grateful beyond words to all of you. Thank you.

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