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Elul Reflection: From Pain to Miracle; Part 3

High Holy Day Soul-Work We have the entire month of Elul (which precedes the Jewish High Holy Days) to do the essential soul reflection necessary to make this time meaningful. When we take this month seriously, a transformation of our very selves is possible. The fundamental journey at this time of year is one from …

Prepare Your Soul For The High Holy Days, Part 1

In the waning days of summer, when you want to hang on to every last moment, there is another fragrance that begins to enter your consciousness. The wafts of the High Holy Day season reach you at your outer edges. In the middle of planning one last summer excursion, you may remember that you have …

Can You Be Present In This Wilderness?

Take your shoes off in whatever place you are in. Be present. You stand on holy ground. Even in the wilderness of now.

Add Kindness To This World Today

When the world at large feels harsh, you have a choice. You can either amplify that energy, or you can add kindness. This week has been filled with ugly racism, directed to people who have given their lives to public service. We have read about citizens and children treated inhumanely at our border. We even …

If Your Heart Is Breaking

If your heart breaks each day you hear of the cruelty inflicted upon children & fellow humans in our government’s care – — take heart — For it is far better to have a heart that feels, than one that has hardened. If your heart can still be crushed, it means you have compassion. The …

Our Only Real Choice

When we feel burdened by the injustice in the world or the trials in our own lives, it is important to remember: we always have a choice. We may not be in control of what happens, but we are in charge of how we respond. This is where our power lies. In each moment or …

Newsfeed Stress is Real. Here’s One Way To Cope

There’s a level of ugliness and debasement that has entered our lives. It’s more than usual. When you add that on top of whatever ELSE in your own personal life you’re dealing with (personal life?) it can be overwhelming. Newsfeed stress is a real thing. You are not alone. Here’s one thing to do when …

Shabbat is The Day We Let Go of the Illusion…

Shabbat is the day we let go of the illusion that we are in control. We accept the world as it is given, rather than trying to mold it to our wishes. We are free to impose our will by DO-ing six days of the week. On the seventh day, Shabbat, we are supposed to …

When You Are Lost, Stand Still

When you feel lost, the best advice is to stop, breathe, and stay right where you are. Some of you are dealing with situations filled with unknowns: a new diagnosis, impending retirement, financial distress. You do not yet know the way forward. The pathway is obstructed or unclear, and it feels scary and shaky. Because …

7 Spiritual Tips to Maintain Your Sanity When The News Is Challenging

7 spiritual tips for coping with the news cycle. The USA’s current crises create an emotional rollercoaster and no matter what happens with Mueller, this “thrill ride” is not ending anytime soon.