Selichot: Give Up on Spiritual Formulas and Let God Give You a Bath
We must become active participants in our own Teshuvah, working to repair relationships with those we have harmed and committing to live differently in the future.
“Weekly D’Var”
A Long and Healthy Life Comes Through Laws
More than specific health choices, laws and regulations are what extend our lives.
Journeying From Devastation and Destruction to Reconstruction and Renewal
We have all known dark times and longed to construct a path to times that are lighter.
AI’s Writing Is Getting Better, but Listening Will Keep Us Human
Our deep evolutionary heritage of spoken language may be what ensures the core of our humanity.
The Wilderness of Addictive Technology
Sometimes it is the children who need to take us into the future, not those of us who started the journey.
Jeremiah, Climate Change, and the Three Weeks: Finding Hope Amidst Despair
The season of the three weeks is an invitation to find a dynamic balance between hope and despair.
Balaam and Universalism v. Particularism
We’re called to hold both truths: to cherish our unique voice, while remaining open to others.
The Power of Softness
Sometimes we need to work softly, like water slowly dripping, day in and day out
Confronting Crises of Confidence
Only when we forgive the trespasses — real or imagined — against us can we fully recover control of our story.