Weekly Op-Ed
Upheaval and Change Part I
Unlike personal tragedy and loss, which affect the lives of individuals and those close to them, upheaval is large-scale disruption that imperils communities, destabilizes nations or even endangers the entire world.
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Trust and Self-Interest
Perhaps our current economic meltdown is an unprecedented opportunity to give us all pause to think about the meaning of trust. And to learn the most vital lesson of all: The foundation of all trust is trust in G-d.
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The Face of G-d
From overhearing the conversation between G-d and Moses in Parshat Ki Tissa, we learn how to have a true intimate relationship with our Creator.
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The Lonely G-d
The next time you feel all alone, remember two things: You are not alone; your loneliness is shared by every soul and by G-d Himself. Every essence is fundamentally alone.
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Soul to Soul
An excerpt from a paper by Rabbi Simon Jacobson titled “The Basic Principles of Therapy, from a Torah Perspective”.
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Moment of Truth
After Adam and Eve ate from the Tree of Knowledge, the world changed to one of deception. Now one must look to children to see the deeper truths of life.
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The Anatomy of Fear
The only answer to the invisible power of fear – the fear of being alone – is to recognize that you are not alone.
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Forgiveness Starts With Yourself
As long as you see it as someone else’s problem, you remain a victim. YOU need to take control of your life. It often requires much work, and it always requires a connection to G-d.
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The Stutterer
In Parshat Shmot, Moses is revealed to be the first stutterer. Yet, he overcomes this challenge to become G/d’s communication channel to the world.
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Think Different
We must see current events as a unique opportunity to wake up: This is our time to affect real change, it is time to start thinking and acting differently.
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