We Cannot Heal Alone with Rabbi Sharon Brous | A Bit of Optimism Podcast
Loneliness is now an epidemic, with devastating impacts on our health. How can we rekindle the deep human connection we need now more than ever?
For Rabbi Sharon Brous, this question is the focus of her work. Considered one of the most influential rabbis in the U.S., she’s founded her own congregation and has led multiple White House faith events. In her new book, The Amen Effect, Sharon explores how grief and heartbreak can be gateways to truly seeing each other.
Sharon and I talk about what it means to be present to someone else’s pain and how a 2,000-year old ritual taught her the meaning of healing together.
This…is A Bit of Optimism.
For more on Sharon and her work, check out:
Her book: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/bo...
Her congregation: ikar.org/
⏰ Timestamps
0:00 The Epidemic of Loneliness
0:30 - The Physical and Spiritual Impact of Loneliness
1:06 - The Societal Risks of Isolation
2:00 - Conspiracy Theories and Social Bonds
3:26 - Finding Meaning and Community in Crisis
5:02 - The Role of Faith Communities in Addressing Loneliness
6:03 - Vulnerability and Community Engagement
7:59 - The Ancient Ritual of Addressing Grief
10:00 - Service and Seeing Each Other
12:09 - The Power of Shared Experience and Support
14:01 - Learning to Ask for Help and Support Others
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Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.
Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.
Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game.
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This conversation should have never ended. I've read Simon's work, listened to numerous videos of him, but this one is out of the world.
20:41 Sitting in the mud is gathering the strength you need to pull yourself out of the mud. 💜
When you're going through something difficult, connecting with others emotionally can be very healing
Best podcast I have ever listend to. I listened to it in the car and then watched it here. Unbelievable!
I’d like to thank you both, that’s so deep. We need that all around the world
Once again Simon you have created amazing space to discuss real life issues!! Thank you for delivering this podcast!! 💗🙏✨️ The connection is REAL!!......
I hope you heal well Simon!
So I was not expecting to be blubbering through the second half of this podcast. But here I am .
I see you and I understand. I was the same.
OMG. Simon and Rabbi Sharon, thank you! This is so beautiful and I am so deeply touched. The tears are still flowing.
Wow, wow, wow. A beautiful and thoughtful conversation. Thank you 🤍
Whoever is going through a difficult time may God keep them in his loving arms and guide them through their lives. He will send you messages through people , dreams, signs etc.. I have a wonderful 97 year lady who always says I pray for you and light up my candle 🕯️ for you. If you can’t see them pray for them, light a candle your energy travels and reaches to those people. Bad and negative energies do the same. Life is like playing with a boomerang. Our thoughts, words and actions come back with astonishing accuracy sooner or later.
Easily one of the best podcasts -although….is so hard to pick one best! Simon, your life of service is an inspiration!!
This was a powerful discussion! We need a “share with the world” button! Fantastic!
Thankyou both for your humanity, understanding and love. Such beautiful compassion. Had me tearing up with you Simon. Not sure what youve done Simon i hope you heal well.
Trruly loved every word, as I listened at 3am Amen🙏💗
What an amazing podcast today. I learned so much. Thank you!🙏🏻
Hey Simon, always happy to watch you and hear you talk. Sorry about your arm, hope it heals soon. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for your powerful and insightful talks. I love listening to you and make me think of some situations met in the past. PS : Simon, take care of your arm. Heal weel.
I really needed to see this today. I'm ashamed to say about a week ago I gave up on a friend who is in terrible pain and loneliness, because I can't fix it and make him happy and he can't get out of the mud. I have been trying to drag him out, and I'm in tears watching this because I realize that now. I was angry I couldn't. I was angry he didn't appreciate intentions. I was angry I was giving more than he was. I'm going to talk to him as soon as possible today and apologize, let him know I was wrong, that I'm there for him, and that I will sit in the mud as long as he needs me to.
Beautiful conversation!! Thank you, Simon and Sharon! P.S. Wish Simon a speedy recovery!!! sorry to see that you have injured your arm!
This was a really beautiful and insightful conversation ❤ Thank you for sharing 🙏
Outstanding work Simon! I pray more of the World hears this wisdom. 🙏
"No Mud, No Lotus" Thich Nhat Hanh - Thank you for this conversation.
Amen ❤
When there is NO PERSON to turn to , in a foreign country ….for over a year ….please think of this person …. I am so so worried ..
One of the monikers of the pandemic was the emergence of, "It's OK to not be OK." It did not take me very long to admit that I was not OK. That was met with silence. Those people are not in my life any more. I WILL NEVER LET ANYONE'S ADMITTANCE OF PAIN BE MET WITH SILENCE IN MY PRESENCE AGAIN. They may isolate us, but they will never take away our humanity!
As a suicide survivor I help others through conversations, community and personal story. Our books tell all kind of stories of overcoming adversity so other humans know they are not alone. It gives hope and support through connection
Service = to show support and give encouragement for someone to turn left. You both are the best.
Beautifully done. Thank you Simon and Sharon
Powerfully Healing Conversation..!! Thank you..!!
Beautiful! Thank you both.
Thinks for sharing this with us...its more then helpful...i love every minute un this podcast..thnx
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Simon, you creating a word, that we are dreaming of... More love toy you...
Love all what you are doing out there...its just great ❤
Superb conversation. Thank you.
This whole podcast is that movie "What Dreams May Come" (1998) with Robin Williams.
AMEN, is the expression of agreement, confirmation, or desire used in worship by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. The basic meaning of the Semitic root from which it is derived is “firm,” “fixed,” or “sure,” and the related Hebrew verb also means “to be reliable” and “to be trusted.” The Greek Old Testament usually translates amen as “so be it”; in the English Bible it has frequently been rendered as “verily,” or “truly.” According to Brittanica
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Disconnection from their inner divinity
Weeeeeee...... Llore como 3 veces y estoy tan emocional que se me olvidó mi inglés. Conexión.
I in pain but i dont have no one to talk to or who will understands what i am going through my spouse leave me with four kids shortly after my mom my father and my brother died within two year the three of them died couple months apart
30:36 …. Omg. Idk how to turn left… 😭😭😭
What do they mean about turn left or turn right?
I want a podcast on bisexuality man who struggles to be straight rather being attracted to same sex.
What happened to his arm?
Best treatment of lonely is a study and meditation Skip dinner Morning yoga Afternoon study book Just a 1 week you will feel die your lonley
your left hand.….?😢
WATER IS WET ~ Simon Sinek.
I massively hurt someone i love by being a dick... And i cant see a way to make it up to her...
8:30 what a load of made up horsesh** lol. Imagine a medieval person saying "my partner left me, I'm blindsided!" as they walk in the opposite direction 😂
This is a Jewish ritual that still exists today. It originated ages ago, but she’s using modern examples of heartache because this ritual is still happening in modern times.
😳🫣 “You are not a mechanic, you are not supposed to fix this.” 🫠