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Your Flaws Are Your Superpower: What Judaism Really Says About Worthiness
How our past mistakes and even our addictions don’t disqualify us from greatness, but fuel it. Ever feel like you’re not good enough? That your past is too messy, or your flaws too visible? That maybe you’re disqualified from making a difference?

Your Flaws Are Your Superpower: What Judaism Really Says About Worthiness
How our past mistakes and even our addictions don’t disqualify us from greatness, but fuel it.
Ever feel like you’re not good enough? That your past is too messy, or your flaws too visible? That maybe you’re disqualified from making a difference?
This week’s Torah portion delivers a message that could change the way you look at yourself forever.
When Aaron Froze at the Altar
Aaron the High Priest brother of Moses, spiritual giant is asked to bring the offering that will atone for the Jewish people’s greatest sin: the Golden Calf. But when he approaches the altar, he freezes. The corners of the mizbeach remind him of the idol they created. And he whispers to himself: "I'm not worthy. I caused this. I'm the reason this nation sinned."
Moshe, his brother, sees him hesitate and tells him, “Aaron, you were chosen because of that mistake.”
Not despite it. Because of it.
Imperfection Is What Makes You Great
The greatest leaders in Jewish history weren’t flawless. They were authentic. They were real. They had failures, shame, and baggage — but they also had the courage to face it and grow.
Jewish tradition teaches: perfection is not a prerequisite for greatness humility is.
Shame Is Optional
Everyone fails. But not everyone chooses to carry shame.
And that’s what holds us back.
There are addictions to substances, yes. But also to scrolling. To overeating. To procrastination. To self-doubt. But those addictions don't disqualify you. They’re part of your comeback story.
You can still become the 5 a.m. warrior. You can still speak from the heart. You can still lead.
But only if you own where you’ve been.
Your Past Is Part of Your Legend
The greatest people in the world didn’t avoid failure — they used it as fuel. Their flaws made them relatable. Their shame became their authenticity. Their lowest points? The very thing that built their highest achievements.
You're not too broken. You're not too late. You're not too far gone.
The only thing separating you from greatness is the story you choose to tell yourself about your past.
Final Word: The Power of Being Real
The Torah isn't asking us to be perfect. It’s asking us to be honest, humble, and real.
Because that’s where true strength begins.
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