Reflections for the last day of the year….Ah, Rosh Hashana. You always sneak up on me. As it always seems to happen, it feels like a scramble to the finish … Continue reading Ch-Ch-Ch-Change
Category: Chassidus, Applied
Taking Stock
Friends: I can’t believe it. We made it to the end of another (Jewish) year. How did we do it? I’ll tell you… I don’t know. In preparation for Rosh … Continue reading Taking Stock
You Have Permission To…
“If I am not for myself, who is for me? When I am for myself, what am I? If not now, when?” Ethics of Our Fathers, 1:14 Oh, friends. It’s … Continue reading You Have Permission To…
You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Hello friends, Gather ‘round. Get cozy. Ground down and open up. Today, we’re diving into language, and the role it plays in shaping who we are. Chassidic thought teaches us … Continue reading You Can’t Always Get What You Want
Responsibility II
Dear Friends, Gather around. Get cozy. Bring blankets, maybe tea or your favorite caffeinated beverage. Settle in. Take a breath. Let’s begin. We’re going to wade back into responsibility from … Continue reading Responsibility II
Responsibility
Hello, friends! Gather ‘round. The grit of self work continues. Strap on your work boots, and let’s get to it. We’re going to wade into the work of responsibility. Responsibility … Continue reading Responsibility
Boundaries II
Dear friends, Step into this space. Take a deep breath. And now, let’s begin. Last week, we defined boundaries. Now that we know what they are, we can discuss the … Continue reading Boundaries II
Boundaries
Dear friends, We need to talk. I invite you to take a seat in this moment. Get cozy. Bring a blanket, some coffee—or tea!—and settle in. Pillows are provided, excuses … Continue reading Boundaries
Roots
“Man is like the tree of the field…” (Deut. 20:19) If you pay attention, you’ll find guidance in everything. Every part of your life has a story to share and … Continue reading Roots
Hug It Out
Oh, this world. This beautiful, fragile world. We need some super glue or a hot glue gun, pronto. We’re in a heavy place these days. It seems like everywhere I … Continue reading Hug It Out