Rav Nachman of Breslov and Mental Health w/ Rabbi David Kalmus

On this episode of the "In Search of More" podcast, hosted by Eli Nash, David Kalmus shares his journey through mental health challenges, depression, and anxiety. Raised in a secular home, David faced bullying and a depressive episode in sixth grade, leading to his deep involvement in atheism. His spiritual awakening began after attending a concert and experimenting with LSD, which steered him towards Judaism and the teachings of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov. Overcoming severe depression and hospitalization, David found healing through Hitbodedut and the 12-step program. He highlights the importance of speaking the truth and nurturing a genuine relationship with God, sharing transformative stories and his vision for an inclusive Yeshiva program.
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[@eliyahupereira]

What a powerful story! The Light of Hashem revealed through Reb Nachman of Breslev is really the light of Mashiah! The hope and the resilience we each have inside our deepest chambers becomes validated and allowed to be expressed in the purest way! Ashreinu

[@AT-eb5tc]

Amazing story, and look at how far an act of kindness can go, bless that kiosk owner.

[@drbsd8024]

Thank you! I wish I could be part of your kollel. ..
I resonate in all you said. Your voice is so profound. And your sayings are very wise.

[@Lea.Lumiere]

Thank you so much for this episode. Really special. 🙏

[@dinamark5236]

Dude! Rabbi David Aaron is THE man 🙌

[@SuryT-sg]

So powerful and special❤

[@mordechaileviyitzchok2580]

Love you Rav
When anyone asks 'who is your Rav?'. I tell them ...Rabbi David Kalmus ❤

[@B.G.mu8sp]

Your story is very helpful for me!❤ thanks for coming out

[@user-bo7wc8jo8x]

Autism (Asperger’s) we’re all under and or misdiagnosed- I can tell by his naïveté and honesty. Also ADHD big component. I really believe Rabbi Nachman’s Torah is a key to healing/dealing with these issues

[@blessing6508]

This was great! But so many questions abt his personal life left unanswered. How did his relationship with his wife work out? from 2 different worlds, How did the stay married between all his depressive episodes? what made him move to Israel? ...maybe I'll meet them on my next trip and get all the info in person?:)

[@judilano770]

I would listen to tou all day

[@sportsallday8795]

Thanks!

[@JosefHelman]

Wow! I so appreciate his honesty

[@shayasussman5097]

Rabbi Kalmus is the best 🎉!

[@jakesmit3685]

Great Stuff Rabbi Kalmus how do we get in touch with you?

[@drbsd8024]

Same question, I send you a fb friendship just in case…

[@shemiereut]

Google Tzion Breslov Project

[@shuabasser635]

There are some links in the video description

[@stevenkarras3490]

I want to try some of that acid you took that one time

[@MarciaB12]

How do we get that

[@Hershy_18]

It's evident based of a rabbi Nachman's teachings and documented history that he suffered from mantel illness

[@moshefhima]

Definitely not the case. It’s quite the opposite in fact…

[@shuabasser635]

Well depends how you look at suffering with something. Whatever areas he perfected in his life he struggled with at first. A lot of successful people are like that and it's nothing to be ashamed of