Mishneh Torah, Defilement by a Corpse 18-20 · Beginner voice, Standard

Hook

Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt the tension? Maybe two colleagues just had an argument, or perhaps your family is stressed out. Even though no one is speaking, you can feel the heavy atmosphere hanging in the air.

We often think of ourselves as separate from our environments. We believe we can walk through stressful spaces, scroll through chaotic news feeds, or sit in the middle of family drama without absorbing any of it. But deep down, we know that is not how it works. We are highly sensitive creatures. We act like sponges, soaking up the vibes around us, or like bridges, carrying stress from our workplaces straight into our living rooms.