In A Divided Country… Show Up For Each Other
Regardless of your views on recent events, it’s important that we continue to listen to each other. A statement by Clal’s president, Brad Hirschfield.
Social Media Care In Difficult Times
Useful advice for managing social media usage during difficult times.
My Immigrant Heart Vs. My American Privilege
The dissonance experienced by being both a first-generation and a sixth-generation American during the ban against Muslims.
A Jewish Leader’s Responsibility To Protest
A rabbi who teaches students about the Holocaust realizes it’s his duty to join the protest against the executive order banning Muslims.
The Mother Who Spit On The Homeless Man
A confrontation between a mother and a homeless man on a train reflects how social status changes power dynamics in conflict.
The Value Of Acknowledging Misperceptions
Voicing your perceptions allows the other person to clarify their position and helps avoid misunderstandings.
Staying Spiritually Aware During Dark Times
In a world that is fleeting and often cruel, we must hold onto our spiritual truths.
Life Lessons In The Kitchen
Parallels between cooking and life are discovered when a mother teaches her daughter how to prepare Shabbat dinner.
Is It A Mistake To Do Projects You Care About With Friends?
When a collaborative venture with a friend goes wrong, one man wonders if it’s better to keep friendships and projects separate.
Wisdom Means Different Things To Different People
Our unique personalities dictate that we each seek and find wisdom in our own ways.