# What If Today Were Your Last Day? [Day 164 - Orchos Tzaddikim | Repentance 21]

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Podcast: [Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe-675642)
Published: 2026-07-15T05:00:00+00:00
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In day 164 of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues the Gate of Repentance in Orchos Tzaddikim . He presents the sixth inspiration for teshuvah: living with the constant awareness that one is “one foot in the grave.” A person should never delay repentance until old age, because death can come at any moment. Instead, one must be prepared at all times to face the Creator by living in purity, constantly examining one’s actions, and eagerly seeking mitzvahs every single day. Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes the importance of balance — not living in constant fear, but maintaining a healthy, proactive mindset. He shares powerful personal stories, including his grandfather’s humility in the diamond district and his own self-imposed boundaries (such as never visiting Las Vegas). The class concludes with the beginning of a discussion on the four types of teshuvah, starting with teshuvah ha-ba — complete repentance demonstrated when the same temptation returns and is resisted. _____________ This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Peter & Becky Botvin Recorded at TORCH Centre in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on November 24, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 15, 2026 _____________ This series on Orchos Tzadikim/Ways of the Righteous is produced in partnership with Hachzek. Join the revolution of daily Mussar study at hachzek.com. We are using the Treasure of Life edition of the Orchos Tzadikkim (Published by Feldheim) _____________ Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7 ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at aw@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for m…

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