Spirituality & Faith / 15 Nov 2018
The Deep Mysticism Of The Celts And How It Influenced Christianity
A reflection on the spiritual traditions of the Celtic people.
Hold Dualities Together / 14 Nov 2018
Why I Took My Son To Hear Ben Shapiro
Lessons I learned from my son’s admiration of Ben Shapiro.
Building New Identities / 14 Nov 2018
Why I’m Considering Taking An Adult Gap Year… And You Should Too!
Exploring the benefits of taking a sabbatical.
Mundane Into Sacred / 13 Nov 2018
Gardening In Israel Helps Me Dream Of A World Without Borders
Do not growl at the border someone else drew in the sand. Place your hands in the dirt and plant something new.
Inspiring People / 13 Nov 2018
Stan Lee Created Superheroes In The Image Of An Imperfect God
Stan Lee created superheroes who grappled with what it means to be imperfect people with extraordinary powers.
Is there room for people who think more deeply and want more proof of spiritual experiences?...
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Many years ago, I was heading into a store with two of my children, then around 10 and 12. In the parking lot we passed a young man talking on his cell phone. Though we were clearly in his range of vision, he shot off a volley of expletives during his call. He didn’t seem angry; it was just the way he talked. I was incensed that he did nothing to censor himself when children were right in front of him, and shouted, “Watch your language!” My kids were mortified. (Can’t take......
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Grief & Coping |
July 17, 2018
After My Daughter’s Death, I Found Comfort In Spirituality Without God
After the loss of her daughter, a woman finds solace in Judaism with the help of a female rabbi....
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Art & Culture |
July 16, 2018
The Wisdom In Carroll’s Nonsensical Poem, The Walrus And The Carpenter
Perhaps we could all do with a little more nonsense....
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Grief & Coping |
July 11, 2018
How Connecting With Germans Helped A Child Of Holocaust Survivors Heal
How a trip to Germany helped one woman heal from the pain of her father's Holocaust experience....
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Compassion for difficulties |
July 11, 2018
My New iPad, A Woman’s Claw-Like Nails, And Me: A Bad Mix
Stephanie becomes distraught when a customer service woman with artificial nails touches her new iPad....
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Some of the steps we can take towards more consistent happiness are naturally tied into Judaism....
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Historic Profiles |
July 06, 2018
The American Ideal Is That The Act Of Governing Should Feel Consensual
The Revolutionary War was fought for an America in which citizens feel as though their relationship with the government is consensual....
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The ancient tales offer hope and remind us of our duty to stand for what is right....
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