Leadership and Receptivity: A Torah Foundation for Shalom Bayit Shalom Bayit is not built only on communication skills or shared values. Judaism teaches that peace in the home depends on clear roles, grounded leadership, and willing trust — emotionally, materially, and physically. In Torah language, this structure is called mashpia and mekabel — one who … Continue reading Man and Woman: How to Live and Love
By Mindy Morasha Rubenstein I began this journey as a writer before I knew exactly what I was writing about. I was the “lost child” in my family, growing up in chaos, and I didn’t know how to rescue others — but I did know I had a voice. I would later discover that writing … Continue reading Finding My Voice: A Writer’s Journey
higher purpose Yom Kippur is called the holiest day of the year. But what does holy really mean? In Hebrew, the word is קֹדֶשׁ (kodesh), from the root קדש which means “set apart.” Something holy is separated from the ordinary so it can be dedicated to a higher purpose. Shabbat is holy because it is … Continue reading Yom Kippur: Science & Spirit
"For this mitzvah which I gift you today is not too difficult for you, nor is it far away. It is not in heaven… But the word is very near to you, in your mouth and in your heart, so that you may do it.” (Devarim 30:11–14) The “word” is Torah, truth, and G-d’s light … Continue reading Many Rooms, One Jewish Woman
For women in recovery, the language of guilt and judgment is familiar — and often toxic. But real healing doesn’t come from shame. It comes from connecting with a Higher Power and living from our higher self. That’s the essence of recovery, and it can also be the essence of this season if we choose … Continue reading Reframing Rosh Hashanah: From Judgment to Renewal
By Jessica Savitt Jessica Savitt is a former dietitian and longtime teacher of English, biology, and chemistry. She made aliyah to Haifa from New Jersey by herself in 2021, intending to set up a home in Israel for when the rest of her family would hopefully want to make aliyah. She is currently working as … Continue reading Redemption, Teshuva, and the Month of Elul
By Mindy Rubenstein, M.A. Three years ago, my family and I made Aliyah from Florida. While the journey is full of blessings, there were and continue to be challenges and moments that test our strength. This week, my son began his army service, a milestone that reminded me as a Jewish mom just how deeply … Continue reading Women of Aliyah: A Journey of Support and Connection
What I Wear Affects How I Feel Lately, I’ve been becoming much more aware of what my clothing is made of—and how it actually makes me feel. I didn’t always think about it. I used to wear whatever looked nice, felt soft, or fit the budget. But now—just like I’ve learned to read the ingredients … Continue reading The Energy of Clothing: Modesty, and Intuition
When I first found my way to Yiddishkeit at age 30 through Chabad, my soul lit up. Truly—it felt like a fire inside me. I wanted to do everything right. Every mitzvah. Every minhag. Every detail. I devoured learning. I soaked in every class, every Shabbos meal, every moment that felt holy. I wanted all … Continue reading Finding My Way Back: Rekindling My Jewish Journey
By Mindy Rubenstein Shavuot begins this evening, as we’re reminded of the most powerful moment in our history — when the Jewish people stood together at Mount Sinai and received the Torah, our Divine blueprint for life. The word Shavuot means "weeks," referring to the seven weeks of spiritual preparation between Pesach and this moment. … Continue reading Shavuot: Turn Toward the Light
Mindy Morasha 