The Road to Freedom
During the Seder, we are commanded to feel that we were personally liberated from Egypt. This takes real effort over time - how can we feel liberated when we're in such chaotic times?
Dennis Rosen
Dennis Rosen
Helping From a Distance
Many people who live outside of Israel have come to volunteer time and expertise during the war. Volunteering made them participants rather than spectators. What can those who cannot make the trip do to help?
Prayer is the Answer
It’s easy to think that the current situation is so grim that my puny simple prayers are almost worthless. Not so! Your prayers are combined with the heartfelt prayer of millions of other Jews, both dead and alive. Believe in the power of your prayers!
A Year of Hope and Optimism
In our current troubles, it seems that baseless hatred is becoming more widespread and toxic. Although it’s easy to be pessimistic about the upcoming year, there are powerful reasons to believe that redemption is imminent.
Morale Booster
In today’s stressful world, we can all use some encouragement and optimism. But where do we get that? From the Exodus story!
Revitalizing Our Prayers
Our main work during Sefirat Ha’Omer in preparation for receiving the Torah is to improve interpersonal relationships. It's important to set aside time for prayer for Am Yisrael and to do acts of kindness. How can we energize ourselves to do that when we already have a packed daily schedule?
Feel Good Now
Can you feel good without having to run after the objects of your desire? Is it possible to feel good right now? YES! Read on...
Thanks for Winter!
It's easy to complain about winter… but it has many silver linings, besides some empowering reminders for us during hard times.
The Best Medicine
The famous writer, Norman Cousins, had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and given only a few months to live. How did he manage to live another happy and healthy 20 years?
Supercharge Your Prayers
Discouraged that your prayers are far from ideal? Here is great advice about how to pray with real focus and yearning.
Catch Them Doing Something Right
If you see someone doing something admirable, give him immediate and specific feedback. Feedback is the breakfast of champions! When you see the good in others, you’ll see the good in yourself!
A Year of Gratitude
A juicy orange, a deep breath of air to fill your lungs, a cup of coffee at breakfast... What's the big deal? It's a VERY big deal! Read on...