
Why there are halachos about having gratitude toward inanimate objects

Someone with self-respect cannot be enslaved

The effectiveness of any blessing depends on the spiritual level of the person giving it

An example of Yaakov’s ability to utilize what strength he had

The kedushah of kibbud av Yitzchak tasted in Eisav's food

Every worry on our part portrays a lack of trust in Him

The Eibeshter revels (kiveyachol) in every Yid’s mitzvos

Joy lifts us up and, enables us to remain holy the whole year

The power our Jewish matriarchs have bequeathed us

Not allowing sins to accumulate in our souls

The deeper the recognition, the deeper the effect