Connecting with Earth's Heartbeat

As I stood, and stood, and stood again listening to the blowing of the shofar, I closed my eyes and thought this is even better than the crystal bowls sound bath at the Integratron.

The frequency resonating through me was 387Hz. It’s the mirror image of Earth’s heartbeat 783.

Both these numbers reduce down to 26, the gematria for Hashem, King of the Universe.

This year is (5)783 and holds the potential to be the best year ever!

How can I make this happen?

What do I need to release and how do I want to improve?

What can I do tomorrow that makes this world brighter than yesterday?

Jewish mysticism teaches us that water corresponds to the attribute of kindness. Kindness not only creates connection but also is the foundation of happiness and has the power to wash away fear. 

Knowing that we are at our happiest when we are connected to the heartbeat of the earth, how do we spend more time with nature? 

Begin with a Tashlich prayer at the ocean or a fish pond. Traditionally, one does this during Rosh Hashanah but you can do it during the 10 days of repentance. So go today!

Marvel at the miracle that the water washes upon the shore or bank yet doesn’t flood.  

The act of shaking your clothes after the prayer is the spiritual goal of your soul casting away its sins.  

As I stood with my dad at the pond in Franklin Canyon, I felt gratitude to share a spiritual moment connecting with him and some of G-d’s other creatures. 

I released self-doubt and decided I needed more confidence.

Less fear. More happiness. 

I needed to be present and treasure life’s moments. 

As we walked around the pond, I noticed that the turtles weren’t hanging out in their usual spot on the fallen tree limb. The Koi fish were congregating far away from the overwhelming number of quacking Mallards. I even spied a bird with a long beak and even longer legs hiding in the leafless branches over the south shore. 

This was unlike any other visit. It was a reminder that life can change in an instant and to never assume it’s going to remain the same. 

As we approach Yom Kippur on tonight, I’d like to remind everyone who has lost a parent or spouse to light a 25-hour memorial candle called the “Candle of the Soul.” 

When we light a candle to honor G-d in the merit of the departed, G‑d promises to forgive and watch over their souls.

Light this candle before lighting holiday candles at 6:15pm in Los Angeles. 

May you hear the final blowing of shofar and be blessed with a year of connection and happiness!