In honor of the birth & bris of our grandson, Meir Rosenberg, we discuss the power of the concept of "bris milah," or "Jewish circumcision" and the person who inspired the name Meir... Meir (Bill) Mark- my son-in-law's maternal grandfather who was a US Air Force Navigator who flew dozens of missions bombing the Nazis in WW2. He was an observant Jew before, during, and after the War. He was shot down and survived a POW camp for 15 months. His dedication to Torah left him a legacy of observant grandchildren and great-grandchildren who live strong and vibrant Jewish lives... including our grandson Meir Rosenberg, IYH! 

Don't DREAD Yom Kippur! It's one of the greatest gifts we have! Find out why! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

WHO are you? Who can YOU become? The month leading up to Rosh HaShanah is the month of Elul which represents ENDLESS POTENTIAL. This is our time to tap into the spiritual energy of the day to create a vision of our BEST selves. Have a listen and THINK BIG! We do start with another incredible story about Lady J and Queen Elizabeth... NOTE- Next week is Rosh HaShanah so there will be no Monday Motivation posted then. Next episode- Monday, October 3rd. Wishing you a GOOD and SWEET New Year! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

The recent death of Queen Elizabeth brings to light a POWERFUL understanding of Rosh HaShanah. And, you'll meet a real JEWISH Royalty- the beloved "Lady J" OBM. Stories of Windsor Castle, the Esther Tapestries, and Passover seder in a cellar of a French countryside in 1941. Enjoy! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613

Enjoy an incredible WEDDING STORY as well as a profound incident about a little boy who was saved by King George the 6th of England's Kinder Transport. Perfect listening opportunity on Labor Day & the entire week as we begin our approach to Rosh HaShanah! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 in Chicago 

"WELCOME HOME!" Through the intensely JOYOUS celebration of bringing a Torah Scroll to its new home in synagogue, you can learn a lot about the Jewish people AND YOURSELF! Special tribute to the Polstein family and to Yisrael Ya'akov ben HaRav Yosef Dovid. 

A POWERFUL INTERVIEW WITH NACHIE ROSE, AN IMPRESSIVE YOUNG MAN WHO RECENTLY SURVIVED A TERROR ATTACK IN JERUSALEM. PREPARE TO BE INSPIRED! The first-ever interview on Monday Motivation Podcast...and what an interview it was! We dedicate the merit of this podcast to a full recovery for those still recovering from their injuries. We are grateful to HaShem that Nachie is safe & healthy. 

Can the story about a button change your life forever? Well, yes. PROFOUNDLY! Listen. Enjoy. And forever get your priorities in life straight! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

The holiday of Tisha B'Av might be lost for many...so let's FIND the positive message of Tisha B'Av & start to REBUILD! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel of Project 613 

Sometimes The Almighty pulls back the curtain and says "HI!" This absolutely incredible tale involving the heroism of Brooke Dordek, little Sebastian, Guy Bar Yosef OBM, and his mother Arlene Bar Yosef (until 120!) is one such occasion. May it all inspire us to be givers! Lots of love, Rabbi Garfinkel. Check out the incredible Chicago ABC News article & video they did about this story! https://abc7chicago.com/stem-cell-donor-cells-research/5674173/