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"Our Yeshivos owe their existence to their Mashgichim ­— their Mussar teachers. The Yeshivos were being decimated by foreign ideals, until the Mashgichim, constantly emphasizing the messages of Mussar, successfully restored the spirit of Torah within each Yeshiva."

"Mussar has the power to unmask negios (self interests) lurking in our subconscious. Once the negios are revealed and removed, we can clearly see what is true and good, and feel motivated to pursue it."

"There is one, and only one, tool that enables each and every one of us to achieve our goals, and reach our dreams, in Torah and Mitzvos. What is it? Devotion to Mussar and Cheshbon HaNefesh."

"Success in life is built upon proper character development of the personality of the individual. This calls for an understanding of one’s personality, followed by proper training of one’s character traits."

"The best and most ideal way to arrive at one’s goals in Tikkun HaMiddos is by diligently studying the Sifrei Mussar as well as the ethical teachings of Chazal."

"One who acquires Torah knowledge without Yiras Shomayim is considered to have “snatched” that knowledge on his own, as opposed to being granted that knowledge by Hashem. Indeed, Torah knowledge acquired in such a fashion will never lead to lasting success."

"People attribute my achievements in Tikkun HaMiddos to a natural predisposition, assuming that I was born righteous. If only they knew the truth; I’ve toiled mightily to raise myself above my earthly impulses and base desires."