The Rebbe’s advice - Rabbi Chaim Wolosow

The Rebbe supports continuing the recommended treatment and suggests that boosting the child's self-confidence—such as letting him lead or guide others—may greatly help his emotional state.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/010/5494

The Rebbe advises discussing with Chabad leadership the possibility of working within Chabad institutions before accepting a new job offer, encouraging a life rooted in Chabad with outreach beyond. He concludes with a blessing for receiving the Torah with joy and inwardness.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/010/5493

The Rebbe clarifies that righteous non-Jews have souls from the good in Kelipat Noga, not from complete impurity, and cites sources on converts. He advises that if one has an older brother, he should request full permission before pursuing a match. He concludes with encouragement to maintain daily study in Chumash, Tehillim, and Tanya.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/010/5492

The Rebbe discusses halachic views on פדיון פטר חמור, its timing, precedence over עריפה, and whether coercion applies—concluding with a teaching on giving gifts to a groom as a sign of spiritual renewal.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/010/5491

The Rebbe expresses satisfaction that the writer guides his group not only in study but also in Yirat Shamayim and Chassidut, emphasizing their deep connection. He highlights the special responsibility and opportunity of influencing others in the Holy Land, noting that one must not only be inspired but also inspire others.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5490

The Rebbe expresses surprise at the custom of voluntary fasting, urging instead the Baal Shem Tov’s approach of serving Hashem with health and joy. He recommends replacing fasts with refraining from idle talk or indulgent foods, following the advice of the Rebbe Maharash, and suggests a hatarat neder if the practice was repeated.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5489

The Rebbe regrets the maamarim were sent to Eretz Yisrael instead of to him and suggests finding someone knowledgeable locally. He notes Chassidim value all maamarim equally, regardless of author or print status, though he personally questions this approach.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5488

The Rebbe explains that refraining from Torah study due to illness is like refusing medicine because one is sick. Torah itself brings healing, and one must persist in learning—at least the daily portions of Chumash, Tehillim, and Tanya. The Rebbe encourages optimism in recovery and expresses hope for good news, both spiritually and physically.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5487

The Rebbe advises a young yeshiva student not to become preoccupied with endless questions, as they often distract from true Torah study. Emphasis is placed on diligent learning with humility and acceptance (na'aseh v’nishma), rather than constant intellectual challenge-seeking.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5486

The Rebbe encourages the writer to include reports on Torah and outreach activities, not only personal matters, emphasizing the importance of staying focused on spreading Yiddishkeit even during difficulties. He supports the move to a better home and offers a practical solution for financing it, with blessings for success.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5485