However, it is equally important to express gratitude for all the blessings we have received throughout the year. As we enter the month of Elul, let us remember to not only seek forgiveness but also to give thanks for the abundance of goodness in our lives.
Let us approach this time with a spirit of forgiveness towards others, knowing that our own forgiveness is intertwined with our ability to forgive. Let us strive to mend broken relationships, offer charity, and practice kindness towards all. By embodying the values of compassion and gratitude, we can enhance our spiritual growth and improve our chances for a good year ahead.
May this month of Elul be a time of reflection, repentance, and gratitude. May we approach the upcoming new year with a renewed sense of purpose and a heart full of thankfulness for all the blessings in our lives. Kesiva v’chasima tova to all, may we be inscribed and sealed in the book of life for a year of health, happiness, and fulfillment.
Regenerate It is also important to look to the future and make kabbalos, new commitments, on how we will try to do better. After all, we are not simply asking Hashem to grant us just another year. We want an even better year and therefore, in return, we have to bring to Hashem our commitments on how we too will do better for the upcoming year.
But besides all of this, it is important to look back at our past year and take note of the many happy times we have had, all of the successes and the nachas, and make sure to say thank you to Hashem as we close the year of 5784. In that merit may Hashem bless us with a very healthy, happy, and wonderful New Year.
Transcribed and edited by Shelley Zeitlin.