Confronting Crises of Confidence
Only when we forgive the trespasses — real or imagined — against us can we fully recover control of our story.
Grasshoppers of the Habituated Mind
In my attempt to understand Torah, I often search for an inner, psycho-spiritual, or mythic dimension in Torah.
American Prom Season: Fancy Gowns and Midlife Musings
Nowadays, they say that 50 is the new 40, and, therefore, way too early for middle-aged laments or regrets.
The Value of Uncertainty
The world is filled with not-knowing, and navigating it is a crucial skill.
Cabaret, Racism, and Antisemitism in 2025
I deeply inhaled the scent of the lilacs on the trees, populating the green spaces that once framed the Warsaw Ghetto.
Our sister – May you grow into a multitude
Creating a 21st century Judaism that is relevant, dynamic, and inclusive.
Experiencing God’s Revelation through Gardening
With everything that can go wrong, seeing and tasting a plant bear fruit feels like a tiny miracle.
Disagreeing Well Is a Matter of Life or Death
Engaging with those who disagree with us is a major way we learn and grow.
Reconstructing Broken Narratives
The job of our generation is to create a tipping point, to help the new story come together.
The Meaning of Life: The real one, not Monty Python
I look back on my charitable work and realize that the deepest happiness in my life has come from making others happy.