Aryeh Siegel: Behind The Pages

In this conversation, Jordana speaks with Aryeh Siegel who shares his remarkable journey from a secular upbringing to a deep exploration of spirituality, particularly through Transcendental Meditation and later, Jewish practices. A former TM teacher and national leader, Aryeh Siegel oversaw meditation programs in rehab centers before discovering the movement’s spiritual and ethical corruption. After becoming Torah observant, he testified as an expert witness in a class action suit that ended TM’s use in public schools. He discusses the impact of meditation on mental health, the development of his kosher meditation practice inspired by The Rebbe, and the feedback he has received from his books. Aryeh emphasizes the importance of finding a spiritual path that resonates with one's identity and the therapeutic benefits of meditation.

The two discuss how:

• Meditation can provide profound rest and healing.
• Meditation is a therapeutic tool for stress management.
• The Lubavitcher Rebbe sought a kosher meditation for Jews.
• Aryeh transitioned from TM to Jewish spirituality.
• Meditation is a therapeutic tool for stress management.
• The technique of meditation can be adapted to Jewish practices.

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