#129: Your Inner Exodus — Breaking Deep Patterns and Finding Freedom with Rabbi YY Jacobson

Finding Inner Freedom on Pesach: Rabbi YY Jacobson on Shame, Surrender & Redemptive Consciousness This episode is dedicated in memory of Rivkah’s grandfather Mr. Max New, OB"M. In this episode of From The Inside Out Podcast with Rivkah and Eda, we welcome Rabbi YY Jacobson to discuss why many people lack inner freedom even in good external conditions, emphasizing that freedom requires disciplined inner work: noticing one’s “Egypt,” pausing before reacting, cultivating curiosity, prayer, support systems, and being truly seen. Jacobson explores destructive vs. holy shame, Tanya’s model of distinguishing animal and divine consciousness, surrendering control to God without surrendering to abuse, and experiencing embodied oneness as redemptive consciousness. He also contrasts revealed and hidden miracles (Pesach vs. Purim), reflects on current events and collective resilience, and highlights softening the heart, authenticity, and non-transactional relationships. EPISODE SPONSORS Colel Chabad Colel Chabad is one of Israel’s oldest continuously operating charities, supporting families with food security, widows & orphans, and emergency relief. Their Pushka (Charity Box) App makes it easy to turn inspiration into action with simple daily giving—small “micro-donations” that add up to real impact over time. To join thousands of daily givers, download the Pushka App on iOS or Android and start giving today: https://pushkapp.cc/Inside Discover and donate to Colel Chabad here: https://colelchabad.org/ Shefa Living If you’ve been craving more space, more calm, and more community, Mountain View by Shefa Living is a master-planned Frum community in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, designed for families who want a slower, more connected pace of life. As shared in the episode, the vision includes community infrastructure like a shul, mikvah, women’s wellness center, and a K–12 yeshiva—all built around wholesome, joyful Torah living. Learn more (and explore whether it’s a fit for your family) at ShefaLiving.com. Yakira Bella Yakira Bella is the go-to for trendy, modest women’s fashion that still feels current—think playful-but-polished pieces, elevated basics, and outfits that actually work for real life (day-to-day, Shabbos, events, everything in between). Their collections balance tasteful + bold, with a steady stream of new arrivals and best sellers so you can refresh your wardrobe without overthinking it. If you’re looking for modestwear that’s stylish, wearable, and affordable, Yakira Bella is absolutely worth checking out. Visit https://yakirabella.com/ and follow along at   / yakirabellaofficial   GUEST BIO Rabbi YY Jacobson Rabbi YY Jacobson is a Brooklyn-born rabbi, lecturer, and teacher known for making Torah, Chassidus, and Jewish psychology deeply accessible and emotionally resonant. He is the founder of TheYeshiva.net and has spent decades teaching in communities, schools, and universities around the world. He is especially known for his classes on the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s teachings, Tanya, relationships, emotional healing, and personal growth. You can find Rabbi YY’s classes and hear more of his wisdom here: https://www.theyeshiva.net/ COMMUNITY Join the Community! Connect with us on socials to discuss Episode 128, share insights, and continue the conversations you want to have: 💫 Instagram   / fromtheinsideout.podcast   💫 Whatsapp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L0W4PRglR5B4kC 💫 YouTube    / @fromtheinsideoutpodcast   CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome, Dedication, and Pesach Presence 06:17 Introducing Rabbi YY Jacobson 09:06 What True Freedom Really Means 17:30 Shame, Awe, and Understanding Your Inner Egypt 20:32 Tanya, Two Souls, and the Freedom to Choose 25:52 Sponsor Break 27:00 Existential Shame and the Path to Redemption 46:06 Surrender, Discipline, and Where Change Begins 55:44 The Deep Need to Be Seen 01:05:50 Being Cracked Open for Redemption 01:12:18 Collective Redemption, Israel, and the Power of the Individual 01:18:12 Why This Generation Struggles So Deeply 01:31:22 Truth, Alignment, and Living Authentically 01:35:37 Hidden Miracles and Divine Providence 01:50:15 Women, Pesach, and the Power to Heal 01:55:26 Softening the Heart in Marriage and Life 02:05:13 Vulnerability, Pain, and What Real Healing Looks Like 02:17:20 Your Deepest Desire and the Love That Fills the Void 02:30:16 Mesiras Nefesh, Marriage, and Staying Openhearted 02:43:08 Boundaries, Attraction, and Honest Inner Work 02:51:37 Ego, Worth, and the Emotions That Pull Us Down 03:07:12 Vulnerable Yet Powerful 03:16:22 What It Means to Be Truly Seen 03:20:40 Watching the Inner River 03:25:08 Closing Wisdom, Shema, and Leaving Egypt