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Kikar HaShabbatCulture

Singer Bar Tzabari Credits Shabbat Observance for Mental Clarity

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Singer and songwriter Bar Tzabari revealed in a Radio Jerusalem interview that he has been undergoing a spiritual transformation, including observing Shabbat. He described feeling a profound mental clarity after disconnecting from his phone on Shabbat, comparing it to a "brain massage." This led to further changes like removing his TV and not driving for months, which he found enjoyable. Tzabari also expressed joy in observing Shabbat rituals with his children, including attending synagogue without any distractions.

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  • Singer Bar Tzabari described a profound mental clarity after observing Shabbat and disconnecting from his phone.
  • Tzabari told Moti Francis on Radio Jerusalem about his recent spiritual transformation.
  • He recommended the experience of disconnecting from technology on Shabbat to others.
  • The singer also stopped driving and removed his television as part of his lifestyle changes.
  • Tzabari finds joy in Shabbat rituals, including attending synagogue with his children.

Israeli singer and songwriter Bar Tzabari has shared details of his recent spiritual journey and significant life changes, including observing Shabbat and disconnecting from his phone. In an interview with Moti Francis on Radio Jerusalem, Tzabari described how he initially decided to forgo his phone during Shabbat and was surprised by the profound sense of peace it brought him. "I swear, I felt like someone gave my brain a massage," he stated, recommending the experience to others. This initial step led to further lifestyle adjustments, such as removing his television and refraining from driving for several months, which he described as "really, really fun."

Tzabari also spoke about the joy he finds in welcoming Shabbat and attending synagogue with his children. He detailed the ritual of showering before Shabbat begins, going to synagogue without any personal belongings like a phone or wallet, and experiencing a unique sense of freedom. "It's crazy," he remarked about the experience.

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