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Way 27: Gratitude Over Greed — The Torah Formula for Lasting Joy
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- Apr 29, 2026
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Summary
In episode twenty-seven of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches HaSameach B’Chelko — “happy/content with one’s portion.” This is one of the most vital traits for our generation, where material abundance coexists with record levels of depression and anxiety. True happiness does not come from having more, but from appreciating and being grateful for what we already have. Rabbi Wolbe explains that people today — even those on government assistance — live with more comforts than kings had centuries ago, yet they remain miserable because they focus on what they lack rather than what they possess. Consumerism, window shopping, and constant comparison fuel endless chasing after the next “fix,” which provides only temporary dopamine before the craving returns. The key is daily gratitude: say “thank you” to Hashem constantly, aim for the 100 blessings a day we are commanded to recite, and maintain a personal list of things you are grateful for. He shares a powerful personal story of a wealthy student who transformed from misery to joy after being assigned to write and daily recite 50 things he was thankful for. Happiness is an attitude and a discipline, not a destination or external circumstance. Negative people and environments drag us down, while focusing on blessings creates confidence, optimism, and fulfillment. Ultimately, being content with our portion allows us to enjoy life’s gifts without being enslaved by endless desire. _____________ Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 22, 2022 The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the…