The Meaning Academy

In this tool, "Ride The Stock Market," Baruch explores the story of Michelangelo's creation of the sculpture of David and the lessons we can learn from it. The main themes include not passing over the blemished aspects of ourselves and others, the idea that meaning is not created but discovered, and the importance of removing obstacles to reveal our true purpose.

The conversation emphasizes the role of vision, participation, and the transformative power of going through struggle and suffering.

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Tool Shed: Discovering David - The Defiant Spirit This is one of Dr. Baruch HaLevi's trusted tools he uses with his clients and in his life. In this tool, "Ride The Stock Market," Baruch explores the story of Michelangelo's creation of the sculpture of David and the lessons we can learn from it.

In this tool, “Ride The Stock Market,” B explores the concept of zooming out and taking a broader perspective on life and finances. Emphasizing the importance of not getting caught up in day-to-day fluctuations and instead focusing on the long-term trajectory.

The stock market is used as a metaphor for life, with its highs and lows representing the peaks and valleys we experience.

The key takeaway is to find meaning and opportunity in both the highs and lows and to embrace the natural rhythms of life.

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Ride The Stock Market - The Defiant Spirit In this tool, "Ride The Stock Market," he explores the concept of zooming out and taking a broader perspective on life and finances.

Introducing Man Uprising, a men's group platform and movement for men in the second half of life. B discusses the importance of deep connections and brotherhood for men facing challenges such as divorce, depression, and death. Emphasizes the need for men to redefine themselves and find new ways of being in the world in order to avoid a slow descent into unhappiness.

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In this final video, we explore the truth: no one goes it alone. We rise or fall not as individuals but always and only through community.

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From Slavery To Freedom 8: Community Will Set Your Free - The Defiant Spirit In this final video, we explore the truth: no one goes it alone. We rise or fall not as individuals but always and only through community.

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First talk of the year, Dr. Baruch "B" HaLevi will share with you the insights and inspiration of Dr. Viktor Frankl, Holocaust survivor, father of Logotherapy (meaning-centered therapy), and author of "Man's Search for Meaning", named by the Library of Congress as a top ten most influential book of all time. Dr. HaLevi will synthesize Dr. Frankl's philosophy with the ancient Enneagram, a personality roadmap that shows you "how" to live your "why".

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8:00am - 8:30am: Light breakfast & Networking
8:30am - 9:30am: Program and Q&A

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240 St Paul Street, Suite 400
Denver, CO 80206

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“Room for Thought” Event May 3rd 8am - The Defiant Spirit The Kevorka (Animal Magnetism) Does a Man Have It Or Does It Have You?

Freedom is not simply about freedom from slavery, tyranny or any of the myriad of ways human beings have been shackled throughout history and in too many parts of the world today. It's also about giving, serving, and providing freedom to others.

From Slavery To Freedom 7: What Is Freedom? - The Defiant Spirit Freedom is not simply about freedom from slavery, tyranny or any of the myriad of ways human beings have been shackled throughout history and in too many parts of the world today. It's also about giving, serving, and providing freedom to others.

Good afternoon Intrepid Meaning Seekers!

This week we will be meeting on Wednesday, May 1st, at noon EST (10am MST) to discuss the topic: "What's My Purpose, My Reason For Being Here, My Why?"

No matter how high you climb, how much you accomplish, or how successful you appear, there's not a man alive who doesn't still grapple with that one, fundamental question, one word - why. Beyond all of these pursuits or accomplishments, as important as they may be, why am I really here? What's my WHY?

Will you be joining us? Find out more about Your Search for Meaning at

The Meaning Academy Welcome To The Viktor Frankl Meaning Academy Inspiring And Empowering You On Your Search For Meaning… “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our happiness.” — Dr. Viktor Frankl T...

One of the reasons the world still hates the Jews is because even though the Jewish people have every reason to be victims, they are not. Through the resilience and adaptability and the defiant power of the human spirit, this is a people who teach us how to not only survive but thrive. This is the pathway to freedom.

From Slavery To Freedom 6: Don’t Live In Victimhood - The Defiant Spirit One of the reasons the world still hates the Jews is because even though the Jewish people have every reason to be victims, they are not.

Just a great podcast for parents and young adults - really for any of us who might be struggling with mental health issues or know someone who is. Why do we continue to see this "mental health crisis" growing? What can be done about it? Jonathan Haidt has some awesome, well researched, suggestions.

I've been saying this for quite a while - "maybe you're not as anxious or depressed as you think you are." Haidt confirms this idea with strong research. - Dr. Daniel A. Franz

Jonathan Haidt: Can Gen Z Survive? Listen to this episode from Soul Boom on Spotify. Rainn Wilson chats with social psychologist and author Jonathan Haidt ('The Anxious Generation', 'The Coddling of the American Mind') about the profound impacts of digital technology on society and mental health. They delve into the anxiety, challeng...

Passover is a journey of challenging our assumptions and identity. It is about liberating ourselves from limiting labels and embracing our whole selves. We often allow external circumstances to reduce us to certain roles or identities, but we have the power to choose our responses and define who we are. Passover reminds us that our circumstances or labels do not define us, but by the defiant power of the human spirit. It is a time to take back our power and remember our true selves.

From Slavery To Freedom 5: Limited By Labels - The Defiant Spirit One reason we’re experiencing so much turmoil today, both individually and collectively, is that we have too much information, too many answers, and not enough questions.

One reason we're experiencing so much turmoil today, both individually and collectively, is that we have too much information, too many answers, and not enough questions. Everybody knows everything, and no one is listening to what those on the other side of the argument have to say. It's time to shut our mouths, open our ears, and ask questions.

From Slavery To Freedom 4: Questions Lead To Liberation - The Defiant Spirit One reason we’re experiencing so much turmoil today, both individually and collectively, is that we have too much information, too many answers, and not enough questions.