If you are like many health-conscious people, you are concerned and mindful of what you put into your mouth. The question is, though, are you as concerned about what comes out of your mouth? In our world, gossip and slander are the norm — we hear and see it on the news, on social media, and even from those around us. If we truly understood the power of our words and how they can affect others — for good and for bad — we’d probably be more careful about what we say. On today’s episode, host Yael Eckstein explores this idea and turns to Jewish teachings to explain why it’s so dangerous to gossip… and how choosing to have a “good tongue” is the secret to a good life! It’s that simple! Listen to learn more.

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