Rabbi Geoff Mitelman
When Success Is Still Challenging
The other night, my wife and I were watching TV when a Christmas ad came up, telling people about “holiday … Continue Reading
Esau and Zero-Sum Thinking
The first question most of us ask about elections is, “Who won?” Whether it’s for President or Town Clerk, Senator … Continue Reading
To Address The Problem of Guns, We Need Both Data And Emotion
In the span of two days, two mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton have once again brought anguish over … Continue Reading
Why I Am Both Mourning And Celebrating The Yankees’ ALCS Loss
How hope and loss can often overlap… in baseball and in life.
Teaching My Kids to Love the Yankees… Without Hating the Red Sox
Using baseball to teach how it’s possible to love one group without hating another.
Why We Need To Reject Political Assumptions Based On Religion
The dangers of assuming people’s political leanings according to their religion or degree of observance.
How To Wait For Later…When You Want It NOW!
Small moments of immediate gratification can help us reach our end goals.