The Fractal Nature of Masculinity and Femininity

The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed

In this episode, I open up about a personal journey—why I’ve been quiet lately, the health challenges I’ve faced, and how pushing too hard led me into a cycle of burnout. I share what I’ve learned about the body, the soul, and the importance of listening to both.

Then, I revisit one of the most impactful conversations I’ve had on the podcast: my 2020 discussion with Rabbi Bucsko on the fractal nature of masculinity and femininity. It’s a topic that remains deeply relevant—and often misunderstood.

Rabbi Bucsko and I explore how these energies aren’t just about gender, but are fundamental forces that show up in every relationship and corner of existence. Drawing from Torah, Chazal, and even our own biology, we delve into how masculine energy initiates with boundless potential, and feminine energy receives, nurtures, and brings to life. This framework sheds light on everything from mitzvah obligations to marital roles, from spiritual growth to our relationship with Hashem Himself.

This episode is for anyone who wants to understand Torah’s timeless wisdom on gender—not through the lens of modern politics, but through the clarity and depth that only Torah can provide.

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